I think the same concepts apply with video games, Patrick. I've learnt many lessons through video games that saved me the real life headache had I not been made aware of certain pitfalls. One thing I have definitely noticed as i've gotten older is how much video games have really built my understanding of so many systems I now have to deal with professionally and otherwise. Thinking back to SimCity and balancing my first budget as a 10 year old was far more academic and educational than most of the video-game hating 'older' set might realize. I still remember signing up for my first loan in SimCity (before I knew the 'God' codes) and sitting there just angry about 45 minutes later as my debt spiraled out of control.... Now tell me that doesn't apply to real world!
All of these 'games within the game' are a way for us to min/max our way to completion. Some people spend their time maxing out certain skills and stats, other's look for versatility and adaptibility, and still others just look to create chaos and break things (even the game itself if they can). I actually heard a quote from a comedian the other day on a podcast where he more or less said "taking an interest in religion and philosophy are really just proof that you're taking the game (of life) seriously." An analogy that fits quite aptly in my opinion is the Grand Theft Auto series. For many people, they enter that game and there is no direction; they kill, steal, murder, and have fun doing it. Others search out the first mission and start to make their way through the game, staying out of trouble's way as it will set them back on their path being distracted or punished. Life is the same way; some people are here for a good time and have no interest in their standing within the game. Learning to strategize and complete the goals you desire is part of getting better. The same goes for Life.
(sorry if i'm just ranting to myself here, I like sports and games haha)
All of these 'games within the game' are a way for us to min/max our way to completion. Some people spend their time maxing out certain skills and stats, other's look for versatility and adaptibility, and still others just look to create chaos and break things (even the game itself if they can). I actually heard a quote from a comedian the other day on a podcast where he more or less said "taking an interest in religion and philosophy are really just proof that you're taking the game (of life) seriously." An analogy that fits quite aptly in my opinion is the Grand Theft Auto series. For many people, they enter that game and there is no direction; they kill, steal, murder, and have fun doing it. Others search out the first mission and start to make their way through the game, staying out of trouble's way as it will set them back on their path being distracted or punished. Life is the same way; some people are here for a good time and have no interest in their standing within the game. Learning to strategize and complete the goals you desire is part of getting better. The same goes for Life.
(sorry if i'm just ranting to myself here, I like sports and games haha)
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