Do you think gaming is immature?

Question

I think it is. Sitting around playing videos games for hours at a time when you're in your 30's is immature to me.

JudgmentDay · Accepted Answer

If they don't have a job and isn't able to support themselves then it's a problem. As long as they're not addicted to it playing like that day after day, week after week, month after month, etc. then they're fine. But it tends to happen if they play games like MMORPGs where there is virtually no end, or even most RPGs are very lengthy and consume large amounts of time.

Also it's not immature if they really have the competitive skills to become competitor in E-Sports and are practicing to compete against other players that are in the whole Pro-Gaming kind of career. Where they play against each other and the winner actually gets paid. But not everyone can get that good, but if it's something they are trying and attempting to, just let them, after all if they succeed there's a return on investment, such as a cash prize. But that's only if they make it to the finals of a competition and are ranked in the top 3 or so. They won't know until they've tried, and if that was their goal for doing so, better to give them some encouragement and hope things work out.

fashionguy17 · Accepted Answer

I'm 26. When I was a kid, I used to game hours on end. When I was in high school and they had online gaming for the Xbox, my friends and I used to play together online for hours (YEAH, HALO!!!). It was fun back then.
However, during my first year of college, I became bored of video game... and I ultimately stopped playing after my first year of college. I no longer like video games anymore, because I find them to be boring. I'm more into fitness, sports, fashion, travel and just new experiences these days.

I don't think gaming is immature at all. I just think that it's boring, and there's better things I can do with my time. That's all.

damnwinter · Accepted Answer

I think maturity, as immaturity, is mostly found in the way one does something, not (necessarily) in what that thing is. For example, I find loud brides-to be and their future bridesmaids screaming in rental limos at night highly immature. Especially considering that one of those women is about to marry. There are, in my opinion, more mature ways of preparing and getting excided for one's wedding day.
I also find hunting innocent animals in order to affirm oneself immature. Affirming oneself can be done in other ways.
However, I do not find video games immature in themselves. Yes, I find immaturity in the way some people play them, forgetting about the real world, about their responsibilities and about nurturing and caring for the people they love and who love them. I find immaturity in the way they play sometimes, in games such as League of Legends, where it happens often times that players offend and pick on team mates. But playing video games in one's free time is perfectly alright with me.

Anonymous · Accepted Answer

No. Its entertaining. You get to be creative. And it's kind of a fun escape from reality (for me at least) I don't think its immature. I consider it an art. Some games are made with beautiful graphics and I appreciate the creators behind it. there's also so many different types of games you can play (Action, Horror, Simulation, Story lines, etc.). I think maybe you've never gotten into a game? I feel that once you truly find a game that you like you'll learn to appreciate and find joy in it. I don't think you should say its immature until you've tried to understand and try the perspective of someone who enjoys playing games.

Hello322332 · Accepted Answer

I know guys are going to be super defensive to this answer lol. Yes girl! It is. When I was younger I liked video games, but I grew out of it. There aren’t a lot of successful guys who are super into video games. It’s much more mature for men to get out there and focus on work and adventure then to sit inside on there as and play games.

BaileyisDarcy · Accepted Answer

Its no more a waste of time than window shopping, or painting, or sewing, gardening, watching tv etc.

Its just one of a thousand hobbies people have.

The only time gaming becomes a problem is when it goes from being a hobby someone spends time on, to being the ONLY thing they spend time on.

Robsinsf53 · Answer

What about a 53 year old retired man? I worked for 32 years, and 30 at the same financial institution and I like to play on line poker for as long as I can. I get over to see my parents twice a week and go on two dates a week. I personally think if a guy is taking care of all of the things he needs to and has a full time job, I wouldn't say that's immature. I'd say that's trying to stay balanced in life. Now if a guy is in his 30's without a job & let's say he's doing
nothing close to finding a job, he shouldn't be gaming.

Shadow44 · Answer

Nope it's just something to pass time. Most people pass time through doing things like watching tv, surfing the net, netflix, being here on GAG , reading a book, watching a movie, etc. it's no different than playing a game. It's only immature if that's all you do all the time, you don't have your shit together and have no intention to get your shit together.

Plus like other forms of media gaming isn't just only for kids and is healthy in moderation. Sometimes I play games when I get the time just to have a bit of a break from university. If I was working full time and doing other things then I'd probably play games full time just to relax. It's something that should be done for fun around your life and that's not immature. If gami rules your life than yeah that is quite immature.

heartbeatsflowers · Answer

It really depends. I have cousins who have social anxiety and are ill with cancer so they end up playing games all day. Some do work too so after work they normally just play games.

It becomes immature if they troll, and try to hurt other people while playing games. There are some idiots who have a sad life and instead of helping themselves, they go online in game to cyber bully others. These people are the true immature gamers who need to see a psychologist for help. You'd be surprised that there are some 40 year olds who choose to do this.

NearlyNapping · Answer

It can certainly be a time waster, but I don't think it's immature. Originally, computer games were almost exclusively an adult thing. I had probably been playing games for 5-7 years before I ever heard of anyone under 18 playing them. Heck, very few people under 18 had even seen a computer or console either one.

The only thing I really think is not mature is that adults should have enough self discipline to not play for hours and hours. But as long as they are being responsible and doing the things that need done in life, then I think it's fine.

At least it's not as mindless as what people did before computers - which is sit around for hours playing solitaire with a deck of cards. People who are unmotivated always find ways to waste their time. Games just make it very easy, and the game industry takes advantage of that. After all, "really addicting" is one of the best "compliments" you can give a game.

ibotje · Answer

if there is anything that is immature then it's say "gaming is immature" gaming is more like watching a movie but you are the main character and you "live" the movie. and it's fun!

and gaming is also going in a really nice direction (VR) which will be making it more popular for all people (boys and girls)

i really enjoy being able to tell such stories and that why i'm going to college about gamedesign.

so don't just call gaming immature or dumb, since it's really taking over a large part of the entertainment industry (and still growing)

TripleAce · Answer

it seems like the demographic for games is between 18-35... these age ranges play the most

Games have evolved so much to the point that it's very very immersive...
ya it's immature if you live in a game - and completely neglect real life... like a kid sitting in his basement all day playing WOW lol

I mean it's really no different than watching a show BUT I will say one thing that supports what you are saying
- I notice when I read books, watch shows or movies --> even though they are just different forms of passing time... with books, movies or shows I feel connected to my real life. Things stick out and help me change as a person
--> with video games I never ever get that... games have zero influence on my real life and I think that's the problem here

Death-of-rats · Answer

im 32 and i spend a lot time gaming... so does my girlfriend and all my friends. Actually while were on the subject of friends we have all moved away from our home town so we rarely get to see each other these days, but we do spend 2-3hrs a night talking to each other online (when real life permits of course).

If werent for online gaming we wouldn't be in touch with each other nearly as much as we are not ones for idly sitting on the phone chatting. I've also made friends with random people all around the world through gaming.

Its a valid hobby.

Adonis_pl · Answer

I think certain games and certain attitudes towards video games can be very childish. Playing for hours on end, watching movies for hours on end, really just sitting in front of a tv for hours on end is kind of childish. There are some games, i would argue, that have incredible stories that movies, tv shows or even books couldn't pull off in the same manner or with the same depth. And the same can be said for those other mediums of story telling. But just like you have those action movies with no plot, tv shows with horrible acting, or books with bad writing, your going to have video games exactly like that.

Tony_1693 · Answer

I'm 24, highly successful, over 100k in the bank, engineering degree, engaged, and I do well for myself.

My girl and I sometimes play World of Warcraft together. Why? Because it's fun and sometimes it's nice to just unwind every now and then. I'm a strong advocate of work hard and play hard. If someone enjoys video games, then who cares? It would only be immature if they put video games over their life priorities.

NightlyCreature · Answer

That's because you don't like gaming, otherwise you would think differently.

Do you know that the average gamer is in their 30's? And that most videogames are targeted to them?

Gaming is a very popular and common practice among people in their 30's, you thinking is inmature just because you don't like it is inmature, it's like saying classical music is boring just because you don't like it.

rgb008 · Answer

Only if it cuts into time for real world stuff.
Like work, relationships, responsibilities, etc.
Other than that, its fun.
I mean I can sit on my ass and play sims for over half the day if I want to hahah but I'm still a healthy, functional person.

Anonymous · Answer

I don't care. If it's fun, relaxing, entertaining, and legal, and I enjoy doing it, I will do it. I'm not going to get to a certain age and say...

''you know that fun, relaxing, entertaining thing I do sometimes?''
''Yea? what about it?''
''Well.. I'm going to stop doing it because I'm older now''

I watch cartoons, play games, among other things. I will do all of those things until I die.

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drummerdude25 · Answer

Is it immature that I work a design/engineering job 40+ hours a week, workout... spend all day out of the house, going about my business, and spend an hour or two playing a game before bed, a few nights per week?

It's all priorities... I certainly think some gamers take it to highly immature levels, no doubt. If they let gaming inhibit their success and social lives, it's certainly not good...

AllThatSweetJazz · Answer

Compared to sitting around watching tv? Or YouTube? Or reading novels?

Everyone has things they do for fun. What’s the problem?

I have friends that live 1000km away, yet I can still play games with them and have a ton of fun without flying out to meet them every week. I think it’s awesome. I’m sure you like things that other people find lame too.

MikkiM · Answer

Yes, but it isn't bad, since its for entertainment purpose , its like watching movies, and. Holding your cellphone

The difference when your playing game, your able to express yourself have fun around

I finished around 10 games or more
I actually got moral lesson when i end video games

XRabbitHeartX · Answer

It is a hobby like any other. What makes video games any valid as a hobby than gardening or reading? I dont see how it is immature or childish. It is only immature if it is the only thing someone does and they do not work or fulfill other responsibilities but to enjoy it in your free time is nothing different than shopping or watching series etc. It is a great social activity for many people including myself. I have met awesome people through gaming and I find it enjoyable.

sawno · Answer

No, screw that opinion. Its a hobby and something to enjoy after you had a stressful week. Following that logic its also immature to watch tv, go shopping with friends for the sole purpose of shopping and to go to a bar.
Let people have there hobbies and don't you dare judge them because you dislike them. This attitude is an instant TURN OFF and and instant AVOID.

that1guy_123 · Answer

Single player games are just modern era novels. If you think reading a a good book is immature, then sure, playing a game is immature too.

As for multiplayer games, they're just the modern era of sports. If you're not familiar with esports, its a growing global phenomenon. The NFL is worth a billion dollars. Esports is going to be way more than that because of its international appeal. I'm sure a hundred years ago, people thought football was immature too.

dragonfly6516 · Answer

What do YOU do to relax and unwind? I think getting drunk every weekend is immature, but millions of adults do it.

As long as they're not shirking adult responsibilities, avoiding real people all of the time, then nothing wrong with it, in my opinion.

Musicgeek21 · Answer

For most men, gaming is stress relief. Playing in and of itself isn't bad. Its bad and immature when you shoo your kids out during a online match or you ask your wife to wait on you hand and foot while you do so. As long as its not irresponsible and not hindering positve progress I see nothing wrong with playing video games in your spare time.

Decentguy · Answer

No its not. Its only immature if you are playing it instead of doing your responsibilities, or spending quality and important time with your SO. If you are married or in a committed relationship, or even singe, and you have free time, and you play video games in your free time, then its totally ok and not Immature at all

Mekara · Answer

Gaming is a hobby. Same as stamp collecting, sewing, or reading. You should do it in your free time when you finished all your essential tasks. There is NO age limit on gaming.

The only bad side to gaming is it's addiction. People will get so lost in gaming they forget reality. I play video games from time to time (not a hardcore gamer) for fun and stress reliever.

As long as your HOBBY doesn't control you, it's not a problem.

MayBlythe · Answer

And what do you do when you're bored? Playing video games is the same thing as sitting down and play board games and you wouldn't call that immature would you?

gLiTcXeLaTeD · Answer

Stating that playing video games is immature without doing the proper research or understanding, is immature in itself. I'd very much prefer a relationship with a gamer than with a non-gamer as I've found that most of them are empathetic, caring, fun, creative, great conversationalists and even more faithful, loyal, kind and intelligent than most non-gamers I've ever met. Better to have someone who is addicted to video games than drugs and sex (like most people who judge gamers...) As long as they're not lazy abusers, I don't see the problem. I'd rather have someone who uses their brain for good, and video games is just one of many great ways to do that. I feel sorry for any gamer who has to deal with a partner who won't allow them to be or enjoy themselves through gaming just 'cause they don't like it themselves or at not any good at it. Non-gamers seem to be very needy too for the most part... Besides, I'd also rather be with someone who plays games and not people...

lostgirl_searching · Answer

I voted no, I mean I myself is a gamer and my boyfriend is a gamer, we both work. I study a lot and work a lot, but on days when I don't have to study or work, I just like to play video games all day. If the person is still working or searching for a job. Going to school or whatever, I don't see it being immature. Just like how some people go out to bars, clubs, or anywhere else, you also have the types that likes to stay home and play video games.

Lynx122 · Answer

I think it depends on the person and their life. It doesn't have to be in my opinion but it can be. It depends on other circumstances though you can't just make a general statement. There's plenty of people who make a living off gaming make youtube videos, stream or whatever and they're mature people and have their shit together. But it can also be someone who doesn't have their life under control and is just wasting time ^^

Pyrofox · Answer

Its not really commonly seen as immature or a bad side of society with the start of MGTOW pretty much changing. The stereotypes and making it socially accepted to just be a straight up nerd/gamer/caveman.

Society really has just become for the most part numb to the whole gaming aspect.

hahahmm · Answer

I haven’t been into video games since my 20s but I would not say it’s immature. It’s like watching tv or other forms of entertainment. Some people take it too far like a couple that forgot to feed their baby because they were too busy raising a virtual baby in a game. But those people would be retards even if games did not exist.

meowcow · Answer

I enjoy the odd video game now and then, but only the ones I grew up playing like NES or Atari 2600 for nostalgia. Modern games are simply too time consuming.

There are simply too many late-20, mid-30 year olds who still play X-box or whatever is the current system... all day, in their parents basement, and complain that they can't get a good job or afford a home.

o0cyfr0o · Answer

I don't go out drinking often. I don't pay for television and sometimes I don't want to read a book. If you want me to go out for a walk in the park or play some sports let's talk about it and go do it.

Otherwise games are or can be a pretty inexpensive hobby to be doing. Either watch, join, or don't.

RandomBritishGuy94 · Answer

It's no different then watching TV for me. It didn't stop me working when I left school and now I've gone to university it's not stopping me studying.

I do find it condescending people think it's "immature". Play the last of us or max payne (the first one) then. These games give have hard hitting stories that are engaging. They could easily be films (max payne IS a film based off the game) or books.

MissHope · Answer

Of course not! It's a hobby and i think only people who dislike video games will think it's stupid and immature.😖
to me it's fun and as long as i play video games for hours with my husband or just watch him play in our free time or weekends and we both enjoy it i don't see a problem 😃❤
I think watching movies is immature actually 😂 but i have to sometimes 😂💔

simpleguy23 · Answer

I don't think so, as a kid I used to game because it helped me improving my self esteem, and now I use it just to get entertained whenever I'm going somewhere to work (My job requires sometimes that I stay in some town for weeks, and there's nothing to do there)

SebShaw82 · Answer

There's nothing inherently wrong with it. Some video games have very adult themes that definitely aren't child-friendly.
You certainly come across as immature and very stuck up for your failure/unwillingness to accept people like their own things.
If a 30 something has a steady job, is paying a mortgage, has a good credit score, I see no problem with him spending his free time as he sees fit if he's not harming anyone.

Phoenix98 · Answer

Nope not at all especially when I am 10 hours a day and have about 6 other hobbies.

So if I want to sit down after a long day and play video games for an hour or 2 or 4 I will.

It's no more immature then a woman sitting down and watching a soap opera or their favorite show for hours at a time.

Nanaki000 · Answer

Nope, gaming can actually teach you stuff, such as reflex and thinking skills. :3

Anyways, gaming is just another form of entertainment. It's the same as other stuff, like watching tv and reading books. Everything has its own good and bad aspects.

Onemario1234 · Answer

My sister is married to somebody and live in their own house, and they're both gamers. I almost always see them playing video games when I visit, and if they're not doing that, they're watching movies or TV shows. And as a gamer myself, a YouTuber no less, I have to say no.

Anpu23 · Answer

It is no more or less immature then any other hobby. Though I am not a big gamer, it seems that it's just another set of past times for those who enjoy them. I am sure that some of my hobbies could be seen as immature as well, but as I enjoy them where is the harm?

Juxtapose · Answer

What rings you got b****? Don't tell anyone you leveled that up.

What are you, a casual? *uses "well what is it" gesture*

Upvote me if you understand what the hell I'm talking about.

Seriously though, video games are better for you than tv :/ git gud casul.

POWER UP THE BASS CANNON!

lumos · Answer

I don't think so. How is it any worse than sitting around watching tv? Or browsing the internet? It's just another form of entertainment.

Pikachula · Answer

Well when you have a job and like to game to relax, then there's nothing wrong with it at all, I do that too. It's only a problem when to person lives with their parents and doesn't have a job.

TheFlak38 · Answer

It's not immature. It is one of the latest forms of entertainment and people don't want to accept that it can replace movies, books, theatre and others and tell a story as good as the rest of them do.

Ceins · Answer

If gaming is immature so is watching tv shows, movies, reading books etc. since all of the above plus video games give us entertainment. If you are neglecting your responsibilities, because you play whole day, then it is immature. In any other case it's not, just another way to spend free time and relax. Many games now are true masterpieces, with great music, plot and graphic desing, they are not only for kids. For me games are like interactive movies.

Edanurus · Answer

Video games are a medium, and I've found that they can contain far more intellectual content than you can fit in a half a hour tv show or a couple of hour movie.

And even if it is an immature game I think adults should indulge in childish behaviour ever now and then.

splashofyellow · Answer

I don't think it is. Maybe that's just because I enjoy them myself but I think it's a welcomed escape from the everyday life. As long as it doesn't consume your whole life, I don't see anything wrong with it.

MsLoli · Answer

Riiiight. Games are just for kids. Why not leave Silent Hill, Grand Theft Auto, Mortal Kombat, all that stuff to kids. XD

MissMonstaz · Answer

How does having a hobby make you immature? I don't agree with that at all and I also don't care. I'll keep playing video games until I die 😊

Mado108 · Answer

And why is that? To me it’s the same as watching a movie, playing football or painting. It is a hobby. If you did everything that you needed to do, you have a job etc... what is the problem?

clampfan101 · Answer

Not at all. It's simply forms of entertainment. I say forms plural as there are a great variety of types. Not all games are pokémon and candy crush saga. (Some are even rated Mature.) My favorite genre is role playing games, which can have incredible stories! (I'm typically not into shooters, but what I've seen of the Halo series seems to be sci-fi genius.)

pingpongmaddafakha · Answer

I just don’t play them anymore, I start playing and lose interest right away but who am I to judge? Who am I to say what is immature and who isn’t? Just because I don’t like drinking wine at the end of the day anyone who drinks wine at the end of the day is immature? It’s a pass time and if they like to play all day, exercise all day, work all day, jack it all day, that’s what they like to do.

xXiTacoXx · Answer

It's not immature. It's fun, a good way to get rid of stress, lets you get out your creative and competitive side, and can help hand and eye coordination.

Anonymous · Answer

Oh shush. Women go around gossiping in their 50s and that’s not immature, but playing video games is? It’s probably better than whatever you do in your spare time. Not everything has to always be serious. Some people wanna relax and chill. Please lady, use your head.

madhatters4 · Answer

in general no. i think people can do any hobby in a manner that is immature (for example gaming to the point that you are not doing things you need to do in life) but overall no gaming in moderation is not immature

matheus_mb · Answer

And what is the difference between playing videogames for hours and watching films or tv shows for hours? I don't think it's immature, there are videogames today that are not even recommended for immature people.

sketchy · Answer

It's like TV - fine as a way to kill a little bit of time in between other, more worthwhile activities, but if you're listing it as one of your main hobbies, then you probably don't lead the most exciting life...

goddess87 · Answer

I see it both ways. If that's all they do and didn't work then yes. But if it is in free time then it's fine. Unless they are 30 living in their moms basement doing nothing but playing games i wouldn't care. Im a gamer

Nathan775 · Answer

It can actually help improve skills like reflexes and concentration, along with problem solving skills

DinaM · Answer

No more immature than sitting and reading a book for hours, or watching a movie, or listening to music.

Whiterecluse · Answer

I think maturity is relative. What do you enjoy? Or do you only judge the interests of others? Everyone has a right to enjoy what they want, so why bother? Why not accept differences in personality, interests, or anything that gives their life meaning or enjoyment?

ambiek · Answer

I don't. It's fine as long as he plays with me too :-D Life's too short to be so serious all the time, I want someone who'll hang out and do meaningless fun stuff with me sometimes!

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