For a long time, I've been a big mobile gamer. Very cringey, I know. I've played games like Final Fantasy Brave Exvius or AFK Arena. But after getting involved with Splinterlands, I've decided it's time to drop those mobile games. They aren't actual ownership and sure aren't benefitting me in any way. I appreciate the time I had with them, but it's time for me to move on. And although it's not ownership like in the crypto world, I can still attempt to sell the accounts. If discovered, I'll lose the game account because of a EULA I signed. And under winning circumstances, I'll get cash.
The number of hours and dollars "invested" into those accounts creates sentimental attachment. But the sunk-cost fallacy can create some internal conflicts that need to be solved. I originally played these games for pleasure, but now that dopamine shot is gone. This advice could apply to certain crypto games that don't give returns or 'to-the-moon' altcoins. Always consider if it is investing or an addiction.
I realized that I often go all-in on something, only to get bored of it later. But there are games that I often return to, like Magic The Gathering. I'm sure most of you have heard of that game. For me, it was a hobby that I played with my friends. I loved the art, gameplay, and that cards retain value. On a similar note, Splinterlands is all that for me but with the convenience of not having space taken up. I will still play both because they both have their pros and cons. I will be focusing on Splinterlands because of the money-making prospect of rentals, lands, and the battle system.
I play other games as well. dCity, RisingStar, and Clash of Streamers are a few games that keep my interest. The passive income both create and the collection of items are similar to AFK arena and Final Fantasy Brave Exvius.
I'm very much looking towards the future of Splinterlands and these other games. Seeing my assets increase over time makes me happy and knowing that I own the objects in the game brings me peace. Although I may splurge occasionally, it won't give me bouts of guilt from wasted money. Those of you, like me, keep in mind the difference between having fun and addiction.
We'll see where the future takes us in crypto. I hope that digitization like this promotes consumer-friendly environments.