Do you play computer games? What kind and how often?

The first time I ever played a computer game, was when I was 16 years old, and my step dad bought the game Myst. At first it didn't seem to be all that interesting, since I was basically still into the whole Dungeon & Dragons thing where you had a group of actual people that you could interact with in the real world. lol! After my step-dad talked me into sitting down and actually playing Myst did I really get into the whole computer gaming thing. Even though in most games you really don't have the human interaction, unless it is one that can be played over the internet, I found myself getting pulled further and further into the game Myst until I finally beat it and was hooked lol. Now I have played the games Diablo, Beyond Atlantis, and have only just begun getting into the World of Warcraft. I've really gotten into the adventure type games so I don't know how long my fascination with the World of Warcraft will last, but figured I would see what all the fuss was about. Unfortunately I don't have a lot of time to play games anymore or really get online to play online games, so I am surprised with myself that I still hold such an addiction to computer gaming. I guess it really is like what they say once you get addicted to something, that addiction never leaves..lol!

I've played a lot of games, of both the console gaming and computer variety. Since you mentioned this in terms of computer games, I guess I'll keep my answer in that realm. :P The first computer games I played were when I was a kid. We played a couple of games at school, like Oregon Trail and Lemonade Stand... but at home my dad was writing games for me, as well as buying me games. I had several different "Pong" versions, one of which involved a castle with enemies and everything, as well as things like Dig Dug. Later on I got games like Seventh Guest and Myst, which were both kind of puzzle/adventure games. After I moved to Michigan, I started playing MUDs, which were basically just text-based multiplayer roleplaying games. I don't know what got me started on MUDs when there were already decent graphics-based roleplaying games out at that point, but I found them lots of fun. On a few of the MUDs I played, I became about as well-known as I am at mylot, before finally I moved on from them. The Sims had me captivated for quite a while, and I actually upgraded my computer in able to run The Sims 2. I love those games because they let you be in control of other people's lives, and there are so many options you have in creating your people and having them interact with others. It's like living a ton of little lives at once. I've also played several of the Mechwarrior games, since I love the Mechwarrior tabletop roleplaying system as well, and I'm really fond of a game called Hereos of Might and Magic 3. I played a few different online games: Gunbound and Ragnarok most notably. :) However, my favorite computer game over the past few years has been World of Warcraft. There are so many options for building and advancing your character, the world is huge and interesting, and there are so many different kinds of people you can meet there!

I did play a few games in the first few years of having a computer... but rarely play games these days. I was never in the big new fancy games because I was always behind in computer power. I never bought the latest computer. I buy the previous model so as to get it cheap. My extent of games was Simcity 3000 and Nascar 1999. Besides that... I like little games that I can play at any time when I want to take a 15 minutes break and relax a bit. Like... Spider Solitaire - Tetris - PacMania - Mahjong - Diamond mine - Agent 2002 I think that's about all I got. lol

I dont play much, i play when I feel like it and it does not take so much playing time. I enjoy playing when i have company its much more exciting.

I play computer games and console video games. Whenever I can, but it shares a balance with other interests and hobbies. Recently I got back into World of Warcraft. Overall with games, there is winning yes (especially in competitive games). But with games there are also stories, really good ones (RPGs). Then there are puzzle games for thinking and reflexes, and party games for all around fun. All of it is great! Uh not only that Raia, you've seen my posting and discussion. The brain runs at 120% ON AVERAGE! I need distractions and video games are a good outlet (along with art, lite science research, swordplay, nightgazing, music... and the rest).

of curse i love playing computer games i love strategy and mission games

The only games I play are on Pogo. and every week we work for badges and we build up points that we may some time win some money lol never have yet. Just won thier wall papper which I dont want!. I used to like pinball andpacman, and one calle dcentipide but they have gone out of style and dont find them any more on the puter , I dont havea ploaystation or that otehr one so I save moeney not having to buy games for them lol Have to stick with playing in Pogo.

I like word games mostly. I play games like Bookworm, Word Drop, Text Twist. But I also like Bejeweled and Mah Jong. I am not into role playing games. Games that make you think are actually healthy. They exercise your mind which can help prevent Alzheimer's. The mind is a muscle that needs to be exercised just like every other muscle in your body. It also needs to be at rest at times too. That is why there is nothing wrong with being bored. It is okay to be bored once in awhile.

I play a lot of mahjong, tetris, scrabble and bejeweled online. I use to play cribbage and poker/texas holdem but don't have time for that anymore. Nowdays its playing games with my son on his playstation and that is a lot of fun too. It's funny how quickly he picks things up and then tells me I am not doing it right or that I am playing the game wrong haha.

Hi, My husband and I loves playing computer games, specially DOTA (Deffense of the Ancients) which is very popular here in our place. if we have free time we make extra time we always play DOTA. ^_^

Hello, I'm a big Sims fan, I love playing the Sims. Also I Love Pogo.com, I'm on there just about everyday. I haven't played a console game for years, but they look awesome and lifelike, I tend to try those.

yes I plays computer games.It something more than just relaxing,I think.It gives us some enjoyment.I usually plays Roadrash which is very interesting game.

I am very much a Tombraider fan !! Ever since that first memorable time when, glancing over my son's shoulder, I saw the character who would take up so much of my free time, Lara Croft !! It was like...WHAM !!! It was a instant addiction!!!! I can honestly say, Tombraider helped me get my life back on track after a prolonged period of depression I was going through. I have a very loving and understanding wife who knew this game, (TR one at that time)was doing me more good than any tablet or pill could ever do.I also love games such as Resident evil, and, Silent Hill. I am currently playing Rule of Rose, which I absolutely love !!! There is no doubt in my mind that playing computer games is THEEE number one way of relaxing !!!!

I consider myself as a computer game addict. I really play a lot of computer games. These are the games I really love to play - Diablo I and II, Startcraft and Broodwar (Watch out Starcraft 2), Warcraft (from the Tides of darkness until the Frozen Throne and Defense of the Ancients), Sacred, Stronghold I and II, Neverwinter Nights to Morrowind, Half-Life, Counter strike, Condition Zero, Quake 3 Arena, Medal of Honor: Allied Assault and expansion, Call of Duty, BattleFiled 1942, Heroes of might and magic II and III, BattleRealms: Winter of the wolf, SWAT 3 and 4, GTA 3 and San Andreas and Vice City, Red Alert I and 2, Yuri's Revenge, Command and Conquer, The old ones: DukeNukem 3d, Earthworm Jim, Raptors, and a LOT of NEs, SNEs Emulator Games(Legend of Zelda, Mortal combat, Bomberman, etc) and some I forgot. Playing time usually depends. If RPG like Diablo I would let my computer rest for just around 6-8 hours(that's the time I sleep as well). Other game varies from 30 minutes to 15 hours straight. Before, I eat while playing and had no time to clean myself. Well, that was before. When I graduated, my playing time gradually decreased. Now, I haven't played a single game for a week. I just don't have the time right now.

well uh i play some games online like quake 3, some mmorpg like silkroad, rappelz, mapple story u can try thoose, good timepass.

Yes, I enjoy playing computer games. You may be surprised to know that when you play games, you are doing more than just relaxing. You are increasing your time management and multitasking skills. I wrote an articles about it here: http://www.ehow.com/how_2101404_multitasking-skills-playing-online-games.html Thanks for posting!

I play mostly LAN games, like Counter-strike and Generals. I also play games on my PS console, PS1 and PS2. I prefer mostly RPG games, like Final Fantasy and others. Right now, I'm into online games, we have local game developers here who put up online games that are unique and quite enjoyable. I think the game title was RF Online or simply, RISING FORCE Online. I'm still trying to get the hang of it, but I think I'm starting to like it.. I play them when I know I feel bored, has nothing to do and was looking for more enjoyment. I used to play them all day back then, as I used to be a game addict. But have refrained for so many years now, since I have learned new stuffs to enjoy at and make myself busy as I grew older!;)

you know,last year i like the computer game so much,but now,i busy with my work,so scarely play it,hehe,and my hubby is a man busy with his work too,never play the computer game,so wish you have a good day and happy new year...

Hi Raia, That's a good question, I do play some games in the computer, but I am not that good at playing it. I like playing card a lot , so I will go to the internet game center to play card often. Normally, I would play 1 hour per day. It's also my favourite activity and I could relax a lot by doing it, the point is I would play too long sometimes and don't feel good after playing too long.:) Thanks for the discussion and have a great day! Andy

I like play Lan games,such as Counter-Strike and Warcraft III,espicially DOTA!