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What do you say to someone who says video games are a waste of time?

@mrhoosier • 3d

Funny, I didn't ask you

@veranza • 6d

My dad told me that I needed to grow up. I married @enderphoenix who acts more like a grown up than me but still plays games. The requests stopped.....lol.

@suromike • 7d

My dad recently said something similar to me, my response was that actually studies have proven it can improve some motor & problem solving skills as well as actually having a much larger social inter...more

@just5moremins • 7d

Shut up mom!

@travg • 7d

You be you. To each their own.

@saffron • 23d

I say "I'm sorry you're life is devoid of any happiness."

@seth • 25d

Hey, that's just like, your opinion man.

@qmoran87 • 47d

give them a thumbs down. actions speak louder than words

@quinnvortex • 87d

I don't let what people say get to me when they comment on video games. If I'm happy doing it, it doesn't matter what people say about it. But if someone expects me to answer their comment about video...more

@shartbus • 257d

It's only a waste of time if you don't enjoy it, and time spent on happiness is not time wasted. Let people enjoy things.

@jpegmario • 264d

That they just haven't found the right game for them yet.

@kelseyb • 269d

Whatever floats your boat, homie.

@dennis • 394d

Don't play. Everyone has an escape, a way of getting out of your own head for a few hours. It could be working on cars, it could be running, it could be music... My escape is to play games. It's a...more

@ottozone • 395d

If the statement is directed at me and I don't have the time explain, then I'd say "I enjoy playing video games, but it's a waste of time? Interesting opinion, but I really beg to differ otherwise." ...more

@madharryrackham • 423d

That's just like, your opinion, man. If you're feeling adventurous, you're welcome to:

@drakeotic • 424d

So is watching sports but you don't see me telling you that

@theb3ardedn3rd • 424d

So is your lawn but you still mow it!

@darkwing • 424d

Shipment 1v1

@dadalorian • 424d

As video games have evolved, they can be a good source of: -Social interaction (especially for introverts like me) and in-person interaction with co-op games for friends/families -Critical thin...more

@booshgadoosh • 424d

Ok boomer.

@friz • 424d

Luckily I haven’t had to answer this too often. I had a student tell me once it was a waste of time the. Proceeded to spend 45 minutes on TikTok during a study hall. The great thing about opinio...more

@mase • 424d

I usually say "to each their own".

@mrsgargada • 424d

I don’t have people like that in my life lol. We don’t need that negativity here.

@dan • 424d

My wife was never into gaming (and still isn't) but fully supports the kids and I playing. I have partially joked and partially been serious that my Tetris skills have repeatedly been put to use at wo...more

@legodad • 424d

You are a waste of time!

@trashdoc16 • 424d

I typically just shrug and say "oh well. What I do in my free time ain't hurting you."

@mikboy018 • 424d

Video games are what motivated me to get into computer science, so...

@funkstylee • 424d

Don’t yuck my yum, man.

@mulligan • 424d

Yeah. So?

@cknbromein • 424d

Ask them what they do for fun and immediately tell them it’s a waste of time and laugh at them. If they don’t have a hobby I tell them they need to go apologize to trees for wasting the oxygen the...more

@danioverhere • 424d

I mean… Ive gotten paid to stream games before. If you can get paid to have fun, I wouldn’t call that a waste.

@fl3rk3n • 424d

Ima just say get a life worry about the actual problem of every day life.

@zonkedwheat9999 • 424d

What the f bro

@bammonty • 424d

Four options really 1: no words to them and find the nearest scar jk but maybe 2:f@&k u 3:abandon them form your life 4:that’s fine it only for smart people anyway makes sense now that you don�...more

@castorgarden • 424d

I've got 3 Quotes for them...depending on the person... 1. "A life without festivity is a long road without an inn." - Democritus 2. "Go, eat your bread with joy, and drink your wine with a mer...more

@codyb • 424d

Well what do you like to do in your free time or spare time? What's your hobby, or thing you like to do that relaxes you or you just enjoy? Just to see where the conversation goes.

@mcitaly • 424d

That it's okay they feel that way. It's for smart people anyway.

@bullboski • 424d

Nothing because explaining it to them would be a waste of time.

@mariomaestro • 424d

Okay Karen

@joel • 424d

I show them my AWS hosting bills for Channel 3 and tell them "It's not JUST a waste of TIME." LOLOLOL jkjk y'all know I'm the biggest advocate in the world for the positivity of gaming. It's UNMAT...more

@blockmamba • 424d

It’s usually said to me by someone who plays games of some kind (cards, etc). I usually just explain to them that it’s basically the same thing. That it also allows you to play those games with fr...more

@nasko0406 • 424d

So are you but yet here we are....lol

@ohmyfavourite • 424d

It's my only hobby, let people enjoy things. At least it's not drugs.

@infocynic • 424d

Mostly just smile and nod or ignore them. Not worth engaging.

@damnravi • 424d

I’m here for a good time not a long time 😎

@evolvixon • 424d

If this was a real life situation with a rando, I'd probably assume that person doesn't know how to play, and is lashing out irrationally. So I'd move on. But if it's someone I know and want to take ...more

@thunder • 424d

I leave them (my ex) 🤣🤣🤣 All jokes aside though, it’s all about perception. My wife and I are full time realtors and we have 5 children who are all in some sort of activity. We both live ac...more

@joob • 424d

Don’t knock it till you try it, JOIN US

@commandernici • 424d

Depends on the person, Either I throw back something general about how other things can be a waste of time or I get personal if for example it's one of those unfriendly Facebook boomers... Or I'...more

@rusty6713 • 424d

I don’t say much. I just disagree. You are not going to change someone’s mind that thinks this way.

@apollo • 424d

ACKCHYUALLY...

@ohtwotwo • 424d

My short answer: "How can it be a time waste when you're enjoying yourself? Watching reality television could be viewed the same but millions of people still do it anyway. Who cares? Let people enjoy ...more

@geodad • 424d

My first thought is "how dare you" but after taking a beat and reading other answers here I can let it go. You do what makes you happy. Even though ur wrong 😛

@uxorcist • 424d

Besides what everyone else has said, I'd have to mention time. Every culture has a way of perceiving time. There are several. One guy broke it up into monochronic and polychronic cultures. The former ...more

@malfurious • 424d

They are cathartic and don't hurt you. It's my free time.

@bitzdad • 424d

What you have just said is one of the most insanely idiotic things I have ever heard. At no point in your rambling, incoherent response were you even close to anything that could be considered a ratio...more

@wiifu • 424d

Better than wasting my life drinking smoking partying etc. Atleast my wife knows I’m at home safe enjoying what i enjoy.

@jackalope • 424d

I once wrote a college paper, and got published, about how video games build hand-eye coordination in doctors and other professionals that need fine motor skills. Also, folks like me use it for stre...more

@froggy • 424d

Why don't you come over here and say it to @friz's face, tough guy!

@nanner • 424d

Basically just ignore it. @dosandres put into words what happens in my head though

@darthsmeagol • 424d

To echo what @dosandres said, games aren’t inherently a waste of time; they’re only a waste when we allow them to take precedence over our responsibilities. Additionally I’d point out that ther...more

@jaimecitoamor • 424d

So is your existence (just kidding).

@jklein8383 • 424d

Depends on how it comes up in the conversation. But more than likely, I just move on with my day.

@buddhastank • 424d

Honestly, nothing. I just go about my business.

@gongshowdad • 424d

Show them scientific research on why that’s false 🤷‍♂️

@themadbombchu • 424d

Explain that not every hobby is for everyone.

@enderphoenix • 424d

Taking a cue from Tidus and Yuna, just laughing at them. You can't convince someone who has formed preconceived notions. Just move along with your day.

@laughatbrian • 424d

I say, "Whatever, Mom!"

@dosandres • 424d

But spending hours destroying your mind and soul on TikTok, porn, and alcohol is ok? Riiiiiight. It’s only a waste of time if you are not prioritizing other parts of your life when they need to ...more

@whitethunder • 424d

Time is a construct. Wasted time is a perspective. To someone with no inclination to have a family children are a waste of time. Have a good day

@rey • 424d

I'm on team @jedijohann with this one. Ok cool and move on. No need to waste my time. It's not for everyone.

@teets • 424d

Simple…

@alden • 424d

Yeah well so was your mom.

@jedijohann • 425d

Nothing and move on. All hobbies can be considered a waste of time by someone. No need to argue about something you enjoy.