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Summary published at 9/29/2024

🎮 Video games often feature bizarre behaviors that, when examined closely, seem quite odd in real life. Here are seven things all gamers do that make no sense:

🕹️ Jumping: A fundamental mechanic in games, jumping feels essential. However, in real life, how often do adults actually jump? It's rare outside of sports. Yet, in games, we jump everywhere, often for no reason.

📦 Looting: Gamers are trained to smash open crates and search for hidden treasures. In reality, breaking into someone’s house would be unacceptable, but in games, it’s a common practice.

🗺️ Going the wrong way: Choosing to explore instead of following the map can frustrate party members. The equation of pain endured multiplied by distance traveled equals misery for those left behind.

🧀 Eating mid-fight: Characters often pause to eat food during battles, which must be bewildering for NPCs. Imagine facing a cheese-eating hero while trying to fight!

👗 Inappropriate outfits: Arriving at significant events in battle gear looks ridiculous. Players prioritize stats over appearance, leading to absurd fashion choices in serious moments.

👀 Tailing missions: Sneaking up on targets often defies logic. NPCs must pretend not to see the player, even when they’re practically standing right next to them.

👜 Inventory management: Gamers can carry an unrealistic amount of items. Despite encumbrance limits, the ability to hold countless potions and weapons defies real-world logic.

💬 Share your thoughts: If you can think of any other examples of nonsensical gaming behaviors, let us know in the comments!

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