I know people who can spend hours per day playing video games. The activities they do in their virtual world are similar to jobs that exist in the real world. They build cities, solve problems, and hunt for opportunities—all without getting paid or needing external motivation.
I’ve wondered what it is about games that make them so absorbing. When I’m playing a video game, a board game, or even a competitive sport, it’s as if time doesn’t exist. I’m focused on the situation at hand and fully engaged in making the best next move.
