If you’ve ever picked up a controller, clicked a mouse, or tapped on a touchscreen to beat a boss, clear a stage, or explore a new world—you’ve inadvertently embarked on your journey as a gamer. Whether it started decades ago or just recently, you’ve definitely gone through at least one or two stages of being a gamer. And it’s an epic journey worth embarking on.
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Stage 1: The Newbie
From Mike Laraman’s Official Website
Everyone’s journey starts here. You’re the kind of gamer that tutorials were made for. Not having played games before or having played them very little, The Newbie is in a constant tutorial stage. Controls need to be explained, goals need to be clear, and battles need to be easy. It’s a stage where mistakes are made, buttons are mashed, and frustration over certain game mechanics rear its ugly head. But fear not, Newbies…this too shall pass. And remember, every legendary gamer started out as a humble novice.
Stage 2: The Wanderer
From Nintendo Official Website
Congratulations! You’ve just beaten your journey’s tutorial and it’s led you to this stage. Discovery is part of everyone’s gaming journey, and now you get to choose your own path. In this stage, you tend to play more varied game genres, trying to find which kind of games you enjoy the most. Whether it’s first-person shooters, role-playing games, fighting games, or farming simulators, it’s at this stage where you’ll discover the answer to what game genres tickle your fancy the most.
Stage 3: The Grinder
From The Daily Tut Instagram
Now you’ve done it. You’ve found the kinds of games you’re passionate about and you want to be good at them. And by now, you’re investing a significant chunk of your time to do it. Whether it’s a skill grind or a level grind, this is the stage where you consciously try to improve your skills at a particular game. You start finding yourself playing late into the night muttering “Just one more...” Or you might be daydreaming and theorycrafting about beating a level when you’re not playing. Be warned, this is the stage with a lot of potential for you to experience burnout, or your gaming habits become unhealthy. Remember, the goal of playing a game is to have fun! Don’t let the grind consume you.
Stage 4:The Veteran
From SrGrafo Comics Official Website
Your continuous grind has finally bore fruit. You’ve honed your skills and now you’re seeing the results. Stages or enemies that used to give you a tough time are now minor inconveniences to your gaming mastery. You start collecting trophies, achievements, or climbing the rankings. This is the stage where you’re not just beating games, but you start comparing your skills with other players. It’s not just about competing with them either.--you’ve reached the stage where you’re able to share your own gaming prowess and knowledge.
Stage 5: The Gaming Sage
From Clueless Hero Official Website
As time goes by, you might find yourself in a quieter corner of the gaming universe. You're no longer chasing every new release like a kid in a candy store. Instead, you're savoring the experience, appreciating the artistry, and perhaps revisiting old favorites for a dose of nostalgia. You're engaging with the gaming community in meaningful ways, discussing themes, storytelling, and the impact of games on society. You've become a seasoned gamer, wise and contemplative, passing down your stories to the next generation of newbies.
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