There are people who have been playing video games most of their lives, and it has been a familiar enjoyment for them. For some, however, it doesn't always last, They just suddenly lose interest, even if they don't want to. So, what exactly happened? Here are potential explanations for it.
1. Time-Consuming
Depending on the kind of game one might play, some require a lot of effort and grind to be good or successful at it. Certain RPG games, for instance, need players to spend hours before they get to a certain level, as well as finish the story.
Not everyone has the time to sit around and play video games for hours on end. It comes to a point when a busy person would even feel bad as they start seeing it as a waste of time, even if they still enjoy it. Eventually, that kind of thought can be taxing to a person.
2. Social Isolation
Playing video games, especially single-player titles, doesn't leave much for socializing. That can be the case especially if one needs to focus to play the game well. Without social interactions, anyone can start feeling lonely, and games start to lose their appeal.
Even with games where people can play with others, it can still feel like isolation. The game might have human players in control, but people still play separately most of the time. Nothing beats in-person interactions with the people you want to be around with.
3. Becoming Repetitive
There are a plethora of video game genres and types out there, no one would think that it would all feel repetitive. Even if a game franchise has the same premise, gameplay, and difficulty, players can always just branch out.
However, no matter what variation you add into the mix, you are still in the same position, whether it's on a couch staring at a TV as they play on a console, or in front of a monitor as they play on a PC. It can all get monotonous, no matter how much you want to enjoy it.
4. Costs
Playing video games isn't exactly the cheapest hobby. Even when you're playing on a console, you still have to dish out around $500 for a unit, and then spend around $10 to $70 for one video game title, and you aren't even sure if you will like it.
The costs are much higher with PCs. High-quality, therefore expensive components, are needed to take on heavy games like AAA titles. It's not uncommon for people to lose interest when they can barely afford the hobby or practice they want to continue doing.
5. Different Priorities
Life rarely stays the same. As time goes by, our priorities change, and some of them can eat up our time and energy. Such is the predicament of adults who have grown up playing video games. After a long day at work, all they would want to do is eat and rest.
There's a chance that you're not tired of video games. You might just be tired. While that's a sad reality for a lot of people, it can be inevitable in certain circumstances. You can still make time on your day off, or focus on games that don't need you to play for hours to progress.
