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I play videogames with my 9yo daughter every night for 30-45 mins before bed. It started a few years ago with me playing and her watching, but she's starting to drive these now. I would much rather she plays games rather than watch game streams like most of her friends.
My boomer trait: I cannot stand that kids would rather watch someone else play a game than just play it (unless its some $80 game theu cant afford). HOWEVER I realize, it is actually a great need for them to socialize with people they like and imagine they have friends. So it's really sad, but I get it.
Yeah that's how I feel. It's one thing if it's just filling a void, but these streamers eventually end up exploiting these kids, so I'll be relieved if she never gets the appeal of watching streamers.
For Horror Games, I'd rather watch someone else getting scared than actually shit my pants.
I think such activity is not recommended before bed. You seem like you care so maybe move that to a better time
Yeah I need to see if we can find a better time. Currently, after her dinner but before bed works, but may be there's a better time