Another gaming milestone for me or rather a key decision save point. With Last of Us II and the Division 2 Raid dropping this month I’m pondering on being a gaming spectator until PS5 arrives.
Option 1 – Jump into the Last of US II
Just remembering how brilliant and involved the first scene of Part I was fills me with so much anticipation. The drama, the soundtrack and the gameplay were first class. We have waited for months for the Division 2 second Raid and from what we know of the first Raid this one will no doubt be seriously tough and require teamwork, a mix of Builds (Damage, Skill, Healer and Tanks) and top-notch group communication, coordination and leadership skills.
And of course, there is always the Division Survival PvP Tournaments.
Option 2 – Play suspended until PS5
Being out of hardcore gaming for 5+ months is achievable, in fact, it’s been 12 days since I deleted Division 2 and my absence has been noted. The device is not with me and I can leave it in storage for months.
| Play on: Benefits | Play suspended: Benefits |
| Rich social ecosystems, clans and communities | Enriched real-life relationships with non-gamers |
| First wave to complete the 2nd Wave and Last of US II story. | Proof that I’m not addicted |
| Play on: Disbenefits | Play suspended: Disbenefits |
| Time investment: 10-20 hrs a week | Loss of entertainment |
| Degraded real-life relationships with non-gamers | Loss of escapism |
| Loss of Dopamine | |
| Loss of real-time friendships |
Either way, the second-hand experiences of being that kid in the arcade that was always there but never play would be available through Twitch.tv, those who can’t game Watch.
With PS5 on the horizon, this could also be the perfect time for Play suspension as I’ll no doubt want to jump onto the hype train with the added benefit of purchase justification. After all “I haven’t played a game in 5 months”.
So, I’ll keep on Twitching…for now.
