During Covid, when everyone was getting depressed and feeling low, my youngest adult son taught me how to use the Xbox. I was so happy that he did as it changed my life for the better. At first it was rather scary, though why? It wasn't going to shout back at me or say that I was too slow.
I class myself now two years forward as a reasonable gamer but was computer phobic. Now I'll have a go and no longer be afraid of trying. These days I travel into world’s that are awesome and entertaining.
Now I'm cool-headed, plotting new storylines to play and interact with. The daily events on the news, my trips out and about, even the TV shows can influence my decision on how a game can be played. Certain things have consequences, something I can definitely understand even in game play. I use past emotions, and structure to serve my purpose of development and escapism. Having to think helps me to let off steam and relax in this turbulent world that we live in.
It's true that I'm a lone player and play periodically when I’ve done my chores at home. I can plan being a character that in real life shouldn't and wouldn't dare. When I'm absorbed by a plot, oblivious to the real world, building empires, it stimulates my thought patterns.
I save my game and get myself active whilst walking my dogs and appreciate nature's beauty, whilst waiting for another opportunity for fantasy or adventure. I love my new found hobby, now at 60, this has reignited my time and I'm still learning.