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A semi-revelation for me with gaming involves trophies. As a kid, it was all about discovering secrets on your own.
Up until a few years ago, I would grind out mindless trophies and never ask why.
Up until a few years ago, I would grind out mindless trophies and never ask why.
The difference, I think, is the immediate reinforcement (or some cases delayed gratification) of a trophy notification 
popping up upon completing a task.
âBack in the dayâ the enjoyment of discovering a secret was primarily internal.
popping up upon completing a task.âBack in the dayâ the enjoyment of discovering a secret was primarily internal.
I am getting better at recognizing when Iâm hooked by external reinforcements via trophies. I ask if Iâm truly enjoying a game or just trying to get a virtual pat on the back.
The point of this thread I guess is to put my thoughts into writing and see if other people have noticed or felt similar things.
Basically itâs taking a closer look to examine why we do what we do!
Basically itâs taking a closer look to examine why we do what we do!
