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Originally Posted by Fop
It's only natural active gamers shun the trend of simplifying games they play to cater to a market that doesn't even care for games. Nobody thinks we're better persons, only better gamers.
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You're reinforcing my point. People can shun games by not buying them. They shun other people by commenting on what makes themselves superior. This is how schoolyard bullies raise their social position, by pointing out or demonstrating the weakness of a victim. Most often (and most subtly) it's done through creating humor at the expense of that victim.
My premise is, Emily's opening and ending statements reinforce exclusivity. That's what I walked away with, regardless of my initial chortle. That's what I'm talking about. Just because you didn't experience the same thing, doesn't me what I experienced isn't important. Will you now say you're better than me at reading?
