I honestly don’t see how the average working class adult find that time. I feel like gaming is a luxury for rich/middle-class teens.

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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.

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      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.

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      I think such activity is not recommended before bed. You seem like you care so maybe move that to a better time

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        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