Video Games Make You Less Manly?

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[quote]HoustonGuy wrote:

[quote]Derek542 wrote:

[quote]HoustonGuy wrote:

[quote]Derek542 wrote:

[quote]HoustonGuy wrote:

[quote]Derek542 wrote:

[quote]HoustonGuy wrote:

[quote]Derek542 wrote:
Why cant we have both boobs and video games?

I have both at home?

But when Jlo says its time for sexy time. PS3 is turned off and I run.[/quote]
The problem is when you are an unmarried kid and sitting on your ass in front of a tv instead of on your bike cruising the neighborhood you will never see neighbor suzie in her bikini at the neighborhood pool and will never happen to peddle by when her parents are gone.

It’s one thing to be married, adult et cetera and use games in place of TV, it’s another to replace childhood with digital bullshit.

Once upon a time people actually played real football games around the neighborhood instead of pushing buttons and talking to jimmy down the street through a headset who probably couldn’t run the length of an empty lot if he wanted too.

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HG think about that for a minute.

Fat kids who smoke, stay dumb and stay inside.

HG fit, rich, rolling with story’s of off shore fishing and mountain biking.

Who are hot chicks going to let mount them from the behind?[/quote]
Yeah but who am I going to pick on? Smear the queer isn’t fun when everybody playing is athletic and ballsy. [/quote]

Well you could always try being a racist? [/quote]
Well that doesn’t fit my jive… I don’t like narrowing my odds at ass. Or does it not count when sex is on the line?

I would have been pissed if fat kids dissapeared to game rooms when I was a child. I needed something to let me know I was superior. Who would I be today had I thought I was average all those years ago?

Probably a fat kid. [/quote]

Sorry man, then carry on with the fat nerds.

Sorry to hear you need fat kids to make you feel superior. :slight_smile: [/quote]
Busted! But that was a long time ago…[/quote]

:slight_smile: I am sure

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I’m really having a hard time understanding the hate for video games. They are no different then any other time waster. If you work or study all day long what’s wrong with kicking back and playin a video game?

I will never get to fly an F18, play in the NFL, or anything else, but it’s pretty fun to live out that fantasy in a game.

Every generation has some technology that they waste time with. I barely watch TV, but my parents generation loves the shit out of it. How many people use to go the the theater every chance they got before that. This old fuck Williams probably sat in front of a damn radio and listened to it every time his “dad” put it on. Is reading for pure enjoyment any different? I don’t think so.

As long as you are productive in life (that’s the key) then who cares if you waste a couple hours a day playing a game? If it’s how you relax and it makes your life more enjoyable what’s the problem?

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[quote]Derek542 wrote:

[quote]Edgy wrote:

[quote]Derek542 wrote:

Jlo doesnt run very far so 75% is a bit to high so even your old ass could catch her

(shakes head at edgy missing the softball throw)[/quote]

even better, I get winded easily in my advanced age.[/quote]

She is only 4’11" so has little legs. [/quote]

she’s legally a midget. can she get some social security or something like that?

wait - we’re getting a little off topic here, back to vid games and slacking ass gamers getting their life sucked out of them by society.

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[quote]usmccds423 wrote:
I’m really having a hard time understanding the hate for video games. They are no different then any other time waster. If you work or study all day long what’s wrong with kicking back and playin a video game?

I will never get to fly an F18, play in the NFL, or anything else, but it’s pretty fun to live out that fantasy in a game.

Every generation has some technology that they waste time with. I barely watch TV, but my parents generation loves the shit out of it. How many people use to go the the theater every chance they got before that. This old fuck Williams probably sat in front of a damn radio and listened to it every time his “dad” put it on. Is reading for pure enjoyment any different? I don’t think so.

As long as you are productive in life (that’s the key) then who cares if you waste a couple hours a day playing a game? If it’s how you relax and it makes your life more enjoyable what’s the problem? [/quote]

To an extent I agree and I see your point.

But to me, watching a play at the theatre - going to see Macbeth or Henry V - there’s more to that than playing world of fuckin warcraft. And reading for enjoyment is one of the most intensely educational things you can do after you leave school - comparing that to a video game is also kind of ridiculous.

No, you can’t fly an f-18, but you could take flying lessons in a real plane. Or join a flag football league.

I don’t know. It’s kind of a credo for my life that I want to spend my time DOING, not thinking about doing or pretending to do or contemplating doing.

Why live a fantasy when you could do it in real life? Live the real experience? Shoot a real gun?

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[quote]usmccds423 wrote:

As long as you are productive in life (that’s the key) then who cares if you waste a couple hours a day playing a game? If it’s how you relax and it makes your life more enjoyable what’s the problem? [/quote]

I AM OLD I FEAR THINGS THAT ARE DIFFERENT.

WHERE ARE MY TEETH?

WASNT CLARK GABLE JUST A STUNNING MAN?

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[quote]usmccds423 wrote:
I’m really having a hard time understanding the hate for video games. They are no different then any other time waster. If you work or study all day long what’s wrong with kicking back and playin a video game?

I will never get to fly an F18, play in the NFL, or anything else, but it’s pretty fun to live out that fantasy in a game.

Every generation has some technology that they waste time with. I barely watch TV, but my parents generation loves the shit out of it. How many people use to go the the theater every chance they got before that. This old fuck Williams probably sat in front of a damn radio and listened to it every time his “dad” put it on. Is reading for pure enjoyment any different? I don’t think so.

As long as you are productive in life (that’s the key) then who cares if you waste a couple hours a day playing a game? If it’s how you relax and it makes your life more enjoyable what’s the problem? [/quote]

the instant gratification of blowing someones head off, or scoring a touchdown.
the constant over stimulation that one would not get anywhere else.
the inability to interact within social circles due to constant interaction with machines.
the fact that within hours they are able to achieve something in a game where in the real world, it takes years to achieve.

for a start.

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[quote]FightinIrish26 wrote:

[quote]usmccds423 wrote:
I’m really having a hard time understanding the hate for video games. They are no different then any other time waster. If you work or study all day long what’s wrong with kicking back and playin a video game?

I will never get to fly an F18, play in the NFL, or anything else, but it’s pretty fun to live out that fantasy in a game.

Every generation has some technology that they waste time with. I barely watch TV, but my parents generation loves the shit out of it. How many people use to go the the theater every chance they got before that. This old fuck Williams probably sat in front of a damn radio and listened to it every time his “dad” put it on. Is reading for pure enjoyment any different? I don’t think so.

As long as you are productive in life (that’s the key) then who cares if you waste a couple hours a day playing a game? If it’s how you relax and it makes your life more enjoyable what’s the problem? [/quote]

To an extent I agree and I see your point.

But to me, watching a play at the theatre - going to see Macbeth or Henry V - there’s more to that than playing world of fuckin warcraft. And reading for enjoyment is one of the most intensely educational things you can do after you leave school - comparing that to a video game is also kind of ridiculous.

No, you can’t fly an f-18, but you could take flying lessons in a real plane. Or join a flag football league.

I don’t know. It’s kind of a credo for my life that I want to spend my time DOING, not thinking about doing or pretending to do or contemplating doing.

Why live a fantasy when you could do it in real life? Live the real experience? Shoot a real gun?

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Irish different strokes.

I have my masters.
I read novels.
I lift 5-6 days a week.
I manage a state for my company.
I have 5 kids.
I am happily married.
I do obstacle course type marathon runs, spartan, warrior dash etc
I go to movies with friends.
I play video games all the time.

I would say I am living life.

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[quote]Edgy wrote:

[quote]Christine wrote:
I would buy me a big 'ole sail boat and hire a crew of… um… experienced… um… sailors.
And we would sail around the world while stopping at all the best diving spots.[/quote]

no comment on what I think your old roomie was doing with your fine set of hams?[/quote]

Guy was a mess. Within two weeks of moving into my house he was fired from his job and his girlfriend broke up with him.

He did get another job, but quit that one after two weeks. He then parked himself in my spare bedroom and played WOW while snorting any extra cash he had. It was pathetic.

I don’t want to think about what he would whack off to.

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[quote]HoustonGuy wrote:

[quote]Christine wrote:

[quote]Edgy wrote:

[quote]Derek542 wrote:

Why do you always have to have fun?

Here I am working and all you want to do is have fun?

What next you going to start smoking pot and play video games for what FUN?

Go back to work.[/quote]

imagine, winning the lottery.

you have more money than your great-great grandkids would ever be able to spend.

would you spend your time smoking pot and playing video games?
[/quote]

I don’t play the lottery, but I know what I would do.

I would buy me a big 'ole sail boat and hire a crew of… um… experienced… um… sailors.

And we would sail around the world while stopping at all the best diving spots.[/quote]I am a boating afficionado…
[/quote]

Are you bi or at least bi-curious? It is a crew requirement.

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[quote]Christine wrote:

[quote]Edgy wrote:

[quote]Christine wrote:
I would buy me a big 'ole sail boat and hire a crew of… um… experienced… um… sailors.
And we would sail around the world while stopping at all the best diving spots.[/quote]

no comment on what I think your old roomie was doing with your fine set of hams?[/quote]

Guy was a mess. Within two weeks of moving into my house he was fired from his job and his girlfriend broke up with him.

He did get another job, but quit that one after two weeks. He then parked himself in my spare bedroom and played WOW while snorting any extra cash he had. It was pathetic.

I don’t want to think about what he would whack off to.[/quote]
So… if our fishing trip ever does come to fruition, should I include blow or is that disgusting because my answer falls on either side…

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[quote]Christine wrote:

Guy was a mess. Within two weeks of moving into my house he was fired from his job and his girlfriend broke up with him.

He did get another job, but quit that one after two weeks. He then parked himself in my spare bedroom and played WOW while snorting any extra cash he had. It was pathetic.

I don’t want to think about what he would whack off to.[/quote]

hard to have a job while spending time thinking bout you in the shower
hard for any GF to deal with while all he ever talked about was you and how great you are

sorry.

I’ll stop~

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[quote]Christine wrote:

[quote]HoustonGuy wrote:

[quote]Christine wrote:

[quote]Edgy wrote:

[quote]Derek542 wrote:

Why do you always have to have fun?

Here I am working and all you want to do is have fun?

What next you going to start smoking pot and play video games for what FUN?

Go back to work.[/quote]

imagine, winning the lottery.

you have more money than your great-great grandkids would ever be able to spend.

would you spend your time smoking pot and playing video games?
[/quote]

I don’t play the lottery, but I know what I would do.

I would buy me a big 'ole sail boat and hire a crew of… um… experienced… um… sailors.

And we would sail around the world while stopping at all the best diving spots.[/quote]I am a boating afficionado…
[/quote]

Are you bi or at least bi-curious? It is a crew requirement.[/quote]
Jesus Christine! I’m out.

You can jump on my boat by yourself from time to time though, I don’t mind some mfm but I’ll beat your bi friends up if they touch me intentionally.

If we cuddle other dudes can’t be included.

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[quote]HoustonGuy wrote:

[quote]Christine wrote:

[quote]Edgy wrote:

[quote]Christine wrote:
I would buy me a big 'ole sail boat and hire a crew of… um… experienced… um… sailors.
And we would sail around the world while stopping at all the best diving spots.[/quote]

no comment on what I think your old roomie was doing with your fine set of hams?[/quote]

Guy was a mess. Within two weeks of moving into my house he was fired from his job and his girlfriend broke up with him.

He did get another job, but quit that one after two weeks. He then parked himself in my spare bedroom and played WOW while snorting any extra cash he had. It was pathetic.

I don’t want to think about what he would whack off to.[/quote]
So… if our fishing trip ever does come to fruition, should I include blow or is that disgusting because my answer falls on either side…[/quote]

I don’t use, but being around it doesn’t bother me. (unless you park yourself in my spare bedroom playing WOW all day long and then whine about why your life is so bad.)

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[quote]Edgy wrote:

[quote]usmccds423 wrote:
I’m really having a hard time understanding the hate for video games. They are no different then any other time waster. If you work or study all day long what’s wrong with kicking back and playin a video game?

I will never get to fly an F18, play in the NFL, or anything else, but it’s pretty fun to live out that fantasy in a game.

Every generation has some technology that they waste time with. I barely watch TV, but my parents generation loves the shit out of it. How many people use to go the the theater every chance they got before that. This old fuck Williams probably sat in front of a damn radio and listened to it every time his “dad” put it on. Is reading for pure enjoyment any different? I don’t think so.

As long as you are productive in life (that’s the key) then who cares if you waste a couple hours a day playing a game? If it’s how you relax and it makes your life more enjoyable what’s the problem? [/quote]

the instant gratification of blowing someones head off, or scoring a touchdown.
the constant over stimulation that one would not get anywhere else.
the inability to interact within social circles due to constant interaction with machines.
the fact that within hours they are able to achieve something in a game where in the real world, it takes years to achieve.

for a start.
[/quote]

I’m not seeing you point really.

How is winning or scoring a kill in a game any more gratifying then any other activity that you attempt? Some kids would never see any playing time in any sport so they just don’t get to try it because games aren’t real?

Why are video games more stimulating than anything else?

Society has changed. We interact with machines all day long. Why should how we relax be any different? Also I “interact” with people online that I cannot interact with otherwise because we live states and even countries apart (and I;m referring to people I actually know not randoms).

What can you possibly achieve in a game that would take years to otherwise accomplish? Become an NCAA superstar, unlikely. Rush Normandy, impossible. I really doubt most kids hit the bench press in Duke Nukem and thought, “damn I must be ripped now! Look at my pecs man!”

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[quote]usmccds423 wrote:

I’m not seeing you point really.

How is winning or scoring a kill in a game any more gratifying then any other activity that you attempt? Some kids would never see any playing time in any sport so they just don’t get to try it because games aren’t real?

Why are video games more stimulating than anything else?

Society has changed. We interact with machines all day long. Why should how we relax be any different? Also I “interact” with people online that I cannot interact with otherwise because we live states and even countries apart (and I;m referring to people I actually know not randoms).

What can you possibly achieve in a game that would take years to otherwise accomplish? Become an NCAA superstar, unlikely. Rush Normandy, impossible. I really doubt most kids hit the bench press in Duke Nukem and thought, “damn I must be ripped now! Look at my pecs man!”

[/quote]

you’re taking the fun out of this Marine. if you ain’t gonna get all hot headed and argumentative, then this thread is really going to go to shit!

in other words, good points, and I got nuthin!

lol

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[quote]Christine wrote:

[quote]HoustonGuy wrote:

[quote]Christine wrote:

[quote]Edgy wrote:

[quote]Christine wrote:
I would buy me a big 'ole sail boat and hire a crew of… um… experienced… um… sailors.
And we would sail around the world while stopping at all the best diving spots.[/quote]

no comment on what I think your old roomie was doing with your fine set of hams?[/quote]

Guy was a mess. Within two weeks of moving into my house he was fired from his job and his girlfriend broke up with him.

He did get another job, but quit that one after two weeks. He then parked himself in my spare bedroom and played WOW while snorting any extra cash he had. It was pathetic.

I don’t want to think about what he would whack off to.[/quote]
So… if our fishing trip ever does come to fruition, should I include blow or is that disgusting because my answer falls on either side…[/quote]

I don’t use, but being around it doesn’t bother me. (unless you park yourself in my spare bedroom playing WOW all day long and then whine about why your life is so bad.)[/quote]I will never park myself in any spare bedroom. Is he typical of your friends?

What do you like? Beer, wine, hard booze… do you still smoke pot?

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[quote]FightinIrish26 wrote:

[quote]usmccds423 wrote:
I’m really having a hard time understanding the hate for video games. They are no different then any other time waster. If you work or study all day long what’s wrong with kicking back and playin a video game?

I will never get to fly an F18, play in the NFL, or anything else, but it’s pretty fun to live out that fantasy in a game.

Every generation has some technology that they waste time with. I barely watch TV, but my parents generation loves the shit out of it. How many people use to go the the theater every chance they got before that. This old fuck Williams probably sat in front of a damn radio and listened to it every time his “dad” put it on. Is reading for pure enjoyment any different? I don’t think so.

As long as you are productive in life (that’s the key) then who cares if you waste a couple hours a day playing a game? If it’s how you relax and it makes your life more enjoyable what’s the problem? [/quote]

To an extent I agree and I see your point.

But to me, watching a play at the theatre - going to see Macbeth or Henry V - there’s more to that than playing world of fuckin warcraft. And reading for enjoyment is one of the most intensely educational things you can do after you leave school - comparing that to a video game is also kind of ridiculous.

No, you can’t fly an f-18, but you could take flying lessons in a real plane. Or join a flag football league.

I don’t know. It’s kind of a credo for my life that I want to spend my time DOING, not thinking about doing or pretending to do or contemplating doing.

Why live a fantasy when you could do it in real life? Live the real experience? Shoot a real gun?

[/quote]

I see your point and agree with you. If you like boxing you should at least try it. I like MMA. So I spent a year doing BJJ, boxing, and wrestling lesson. It was fun, but in total cost over a $1000 dollars. Not everyone has that kind of money to try something out.

The same goes with shooting guns or whatever. These things cost money and have to be available and they just aren’t for everyone.

I personally would rather try something in real life before I tried something on a game, but the reality is it is easier and more cost effective to play a boxing game than to join a boxing gym. The time commitment is also an issue. Maybe your only free time is from 9pm-11pm so your only option is games. I don’t know of many martial arts that instruct that late. My point is priorities come first and video games fit the extra time for relaxing better than joining a football league or what have you.

I agree though people should try things in real life if they can over games, but not everyone agrees with you or I in that regard.

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[quote]usmccds423 wrote:

[quote]Edgy wrote:

[quote]usmccds423 wrote:
I’m really having a hard time understanding the hate for video games. They are no different then any other time waster. If you work or study all day long what’s wrong with kicking back and playin a video game?

I will never get to fly an F18, play in the NFL, or anything else, but it’s pretty fun to live out that fantasy in a game.

Every generation has some technology that they waste time with. I barely watch TV, but my parents generation loves the shit out of it. How many people use to go the the theater every chance they got before that. This old fuck Williams probably sat in front of a damn radio and listened to it every time his “dad” put it on. Is reading for pure enjoyment any different? I don’t think so.

As long as you are productive in life (that’s the key) then who cares if you waste a couple hours a day playing a game? If it’s how you relax and it makes your life more enjoyable what’s the problem? [/quote]

the instant gratification of blowing someones head off, or scoring a touchdown.
the constant over stimulation that one would not get anywhere else.
the inability to interact within social circles due to constant interaction with machines.
the fact that within hours they are able to achieve something in a game where in the real world, it takes years to achieve.

for a start.
[/quote]

I’m not seeing you point really.

How is winning or scoring a kill in a game any more gratifying then any other activity that you attempt? Some kids would never see any playing time in any sport so they just don’t get to try it because games aren’t real?

Why are video games more stimulating than anything else?

Society has changed. We interact with machines all day long. Why should how we relax be any different? Also I “interact” with people online that I cannot interact with otherwise because we live states and even countries apart (and I;m referring to people I actually know not randoms).

What can you possibly achieve in a game that would take years to otherwise accomplish? Become an NCAA superstar, unlikely. Rush Normandy, impossible. I really doubt most kids hit the bench press in Duke Nukem and thought, “damn I must be ripped now! Look at my pecs man!”
[/quote]
What are your thoughts on Big Game Hunter?

Even fat kids who don’t make the cut can pull a trigger.

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[quote]Edgy wrote:

[quote]usmccds423 wrote:

I’m not seeing you point really.

How is winning or scoring a kill in a game any more gratifying then any other activity that you attempt? Some kids would never see any playing time in any sport so they just don’t get to try it because games aren’t real?

Why are video games more stimulating than anything else?

Society has changed. We interact with machines all day long. Why should how we relax be any different? Also I “interact” with people online that I cannot interact with otherwise because we live states and even countries apart (and I;m referring to people I actually know not randoms).

What can you possibly achieve in a game that would take years to otherwise accomplish? Become an NCAA superstar, unlikely. Rush Normandy, impossible. I really doubt most kids hit the bench press in Duke Nukem and thought, “damn I must be ripped now! Look at my pecs man!”

[/quote]

you’re taking the fun out of this Marine. if you ain’t gonna get all hot headed and argumentative, then this thread is really going to go to shit!

in other words, good points, and I got nuthin!

lol
[/quote]

What’s funny is I really don’t even play video games very much. Maybe 2-3 hours a week. I just don’t have the time. Life and family are more important for me.

Even funnier is I can’t stand the kids that play WOW or whatever for hours on end.

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[quote]HoustonGuy wrote:

[quote]Christine wrote:

[quote]HoustonGuy wrote:

[quote]Christine wrote:

[quote]Edgy wrote:

[quote]Christine wrote:
I would buy me a big 'ole sail boat and hire a crew of… um… experienced… um… sailors.
And we would sail around the world while stopping at all the best diving spots.[/quote]

no comment on what I think your old roomie was doing with your fine set of hams?[/quote]

Guy was a mess. Within two weeks of moving into my house he was fired from his job and his girlfriend broke up with him.

He did get another job, but quit that one after two weeks. He then parked himself in my spare bedroom and played WOW while snorting any extra cash he had. It was pathetic.

I don’t want to think about what he would whack off to.[/quote]
So… if our fishing trip ever does come to fruition, should I include blow or is that disgusting because my answer falls on either side…[/quote]

I don’t use, but being around it doesn’t bother me. (unless you park yourself in my spare bedroom playing WOW all day long and then whine about why your life is so bad.)[/quote]I will never park myself in any spare bedroom. Is he typical of your friends?

What do you like? Beer, wine, hard booze… do you still smoke pot?
[/quote]

God, no, not typical. I was just trying to be nice and help someone out who was in a bad spot.

Don’t smoke pot either (Though most of my friends do, hey, I live in Oregon, I could probably get you some good bud).

Microbrews and wine.