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Video Games vs. Dating

by Justin on February 24, 2012 at 12:00 am

I actually see this go on a lot among college students. Female students complain their boyfriends are only interested in playing video games when they come over. Some might see that as a choice, but I think far more often they’re simply oblivious. That’s fine as long as they’re happy being oblivious.

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AMANDA: Why don't you stop playing video games and take us out?
JIMMY: But video games are rewarding!

MEGAN: Don't you think we might be rewarding?
RICK: Are you going to give us Achievements and Trophies like video games do?

AMANDA: No, but there are other things we might give you.
JIMMY: See, the thing is we can order food while still playing...

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