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Losing Gaming Friends as an Adult: Why It Happens & How to Cope
This article explores the common phenomenon of losing gaming friends as an adult, attributing it to life changes like careers and family that reduce available social time. It discusses psychological research on friendship decay and the unique nature of online communities as vital social spaces. The piece offers advice on grieving these losses, the time investment required for new friendships, and the inherent advantages of gaming for adult social connection, while also acknowledging the validity of solo gaming.
Vague Patch Notes: Toxic anti-elitism in MMORPGs and the geek social fallacies
This analysis discusses toxic anti-elitism and social fallacies within MMORPGs, using an anecdote about a university anime club member's hygiene issues as an example. It explores how the concept of 'geek social fallacies' relates to player interactions, the challenges of addressing personal hygiene in group settings, and the problematic nature of 'anti-elitism' that dismisses constructive feedback.