So, you think you’re Hardcore?
Posted On Friday, September 12th, 2008 By Jay
Shared Topic: Casuals, Players and Raiders.
The recent shared topic on Blog Azeroth, Casuals, Players and Raiders, challenges those in the WoW Blogosphere to discuss the difference between casual and hardcore players. The common argument is that the difference between casuals and hardcore is either: time spent or skill level.
I propose that time spent is not correct. I also propose that skill level is partially accurate. I propose that the answer lies not in actual skill of the person, but it the application of a learned skill and the ability to relearn after new experiences. That was a mouthful, so let me diseminate the concept.
What is play?
What is play is a discussion for other sites. Many people have written numerous books and paper on what “play” actually is. There is an alternate question that we’re addressing: How does your brain play?
Play, for your brain, is endlessly repeating a task to perfection. Its why many a “casual golfer” enjoys the driving range more than the actual sport. Perfection each detail of their golf swing, one… swing at a time. This is also the reason why Michael Jordan would shoot 1000ish free throws a day. The brain LOVES to perfect. This is described Continue Reading
