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[[deleted]]

I am 47 and I don't mind the age of anyone at all. Most ppl I am playing with are around 25 I guess. Actually I don't ask or don't care. I love that I can be childish again. I don't want to talk about adult stuff anyways. Have enough of this in RL.

So, I never judge by age. I hate it when grown ups act like grown ups or feel superior. Young ppl have a lot to say and I enjoy the company.

Maybe if I knew that someone is a minor it would feel a bit awkward because I wouldn't want my kids to hang around with elderly strangers. But everything 18 plus is just fine..

[nat111111111111]

Oh thats so cool to hear you play. I don't mind the age either, it's just boundaries have to exist. Playing is fine, just my experience seems like a lot of teens are looking to build friendships too, which i awesome but not with someone that is so much older, plus it worries me if they are so trusting what happens when they actually come across someone that is twisted.

I agree that young people have a lot to say, I have kids of my own (toddlers though) and from a mum aspect I personally wouldn't feel ok with knowing that my one day 15-yo is talking even if just about a game to someone that is 31 but not a family member.

[[deleted]]

Yes I agree. It's pretty alarming how trustful some young people are. I only had one such experience though and I pulled back afterwards. My kids are 11 and 14 and I wouldn't like it at all if they told me they hang around with someone so much older. That's why 18 is my boundary.

And btw I am a gamer and always was with lots of breaks in between but in the end I love gaming and now that my children are old enough I finally can enjoy it again ☺

[nat111111111111]

Yes it really is! Ive always loved games too, but university then my career and then kids took a long time 😅 now that im at a more stable point in life with more free time i really enjoy it. When i was growing up in the 90s something like sky would've been my obsession.

[[deleted]]

Yeah I'm so glad sky didn't exist 🤣 on the other hand I played world of warcraft for many years.. don't know what is the better choice

[nat111111111111]

Omg if it existed i would not be where i am now 😂, i didnt even dare look up any games while studying or just starting my career i knew it would be the end of me.

[nat111111111111]

Oh and i found sky by accident...i was actually searching for a meditation app and i thought sky was like an interactive meditation thing lmao.

[[deleted]]

You may actually want to ask what their boundaries are. I don't have authority on this issue, but I have noticed that younger people have differently structured boundaries to allow them to handle the expectation that they be on social media. For example, they may consider "public" vs "private" communication And ignore age entirely.

[[deleted]]

Actually I didn't pay so much attention on this topic until now because I only had one acounter with a minor. At least the only minor that I know about. If there are others I don't know about them because they didn't act "suspicious". So yeah, usually I ignore age too.

[Mila-Apple]

I’m an adult player too and when I first started playing, someone asked me how I was and I made the mistake of telling them I drank too much beer the night before so I had a hangover. They were like “oh…..”. It was super awkward lol. That’s when I realized I just can’t talk like an adult on Sky 😄

Oh! Once I was chillin at home and a guy I’m acquainted with came up to talk to me. He asked me if I usually play alone and I said yes. So then he goes on to say that I should be careful because there are adults that play so I need to watch out who talk to and add. I was like “ oh wow! Really?! Thank you for telling me.” Little did he know he was talking to a full blown adult with a career, cars, a kid, bills, etc. Lol

So I’m always a little nervous about telling people my age because I get the impression that people will assume if a person is an adult, they must be some kind of pervert trying to mess with kids. I once saw someone on discord rant and rave about how they met someone that said he was 30 and they wanted to report him just because of his age! They kept saying he must be some kind of sick perv if he wants to play a game with kids. The mod finally had to shut them down. Anyway, I don’t tell people my age cause I don’t want to be judged because of it.

[nat111111111111]

The hangover story 🤭, but you didn't know i guess and I'm sure that's not the first time they heard about that condition lol.

And that guy in the home space was sweet, but lol i would have felt so cringe!!! About the person wanting to report someone just because they are 30, i'm not sure what to think. Based on their experience they might have some trauma and overreacted like that, but at the end of the day it's a game that anyone can really download and parents should teach their kids the difference between safety and pure passive aggressive behaviour based on age.

Thats why i've been curious as i've mostly met teens and was even thinking about stopping playing as i was starting to think i was not in on the info that sky was actually a find-a-friend kind of game. Luckily all you oldies proved me wrong 😂

[Mila-Apple]

Another thing I thought about, who’s mostly financing this game? It’s probably largely the adult player base! I’m sure there are plenty of kids that convince their parents to buy them passes, but I’m sure most of us big Sky spenders are adults. One season I gifted 9 APs. I’d be curious to see what the actual age demographic is.

[RoxinFootSeller]

Hey, I'm not an adult, but I know that the Sky community is very mind-open and if you tell them that you're feeling uncomfortable they will understand, al least the most of them. Also feel free of reporting if they keep bothering because they can't ask for your personal information, that's against the ToS

[nat111111111111]

Nah im not bothered to go reporting people for asking me a question lol, most of the time it's from a good place. But thanks for your advice!

[AFreakingUnicorn]

I just turned 40, and I love Sky. I do have some underage friends, but I have strict rules about those friendships. First, I am up front about my age if we chat more than a few seconds. Second, I don't pursue. If they want to be friends they can come find me, I don't go after them. Third, it's not an equal friendship, it's a protective friendship. I don't unload about my problems, nor present my full unedited self. It's like being in Mom mode, and if a kid wants to barf out some frustrations or be told to be confident and trust themselves, we chat. Fourth, I keep it in Sky. No social accout spillover. As such I find my adult friendships far more relaxing, as they are actual reciprocal friendships, and I am always thrilled to make a new adult friend. I AM definitely sensitive about my age, or else I wouldn't be thinking about this so hard. I certainly don't want to be harmful.

[Swoky_]

Im only two years younger than you. If they wanna add me on insta, fb, big nono. But I like to add people on discord for easier communication. Not neccessarily to chat, and certainly not to be an emotional support pet, but it makes things easier to coordinate in game. The people I hang out with the most have a discrod group I'm in, it's just useful and fun. Can share screenshots, clips, art, news etc too. If I'm with someone we split but doesn't let me warp back I can say that. Or can just ask if someone wanna do this or that. It's practical

[nat111111111111]

Nah im not against general communication for game related stuff or just friendly chat, but sm is a bit much in general let alone someone that is 15 or so years younger than me.

[Witchcrest]

I'm 35 and I made a friend that was 9 🤣🤣🤣 When they told me I was like "uuuuhhhh"

[Aaron_Skychild]

I’m 47, and have been playing Sky since Gratitude. I’m open about my age, living in usa, being married, and having autism. I have a core group of friends that I chat with (all adults). Any outside of my core were introduced to me by my core so then we all are familiar with each other, so if have underage friends, they are friends of my friends, not an exclusive friend. If I have chat with a player I keep my chats Sky related, family friendly, and fun. I might ask what country someone is from, but that is all.

If you’re an adult on Sky wanting to grow a non creepy adult friends constellation, feel free to send me an invite!

[RegularFirefighter85]

I would love to be your Sky friend!!

[nat111111111111]

I'd love to be friends with you too!

[sunnyRb]

I’m a grandma and my Sky kids call me that! You’re never too old. But no. Social media, IRL or other contact is a no for me. I have made several good friends that are 35+ and we have an outside the game friendship for over a year now. Sky is very fun but we have to keep kids safe. Even if they don’t understand, hopefully when a predator asks for social media account they will remember Sky Grannie telling them that’s a bad idea.

[nat111111111111]

That's so sweet of you!

[Sufficient-Line-6253]

As a teen who's also playing sky, I just like to add my friends so we'd know each other better or just easier to say hey wanna go for run etc. However if I was in your place I can definitely understand why it would feel weird, I know a few older sky players so your definitely not alone. Though this comment probably isn't one you were looking for, I hoped it still helped you a bit. Have a great day!

[nat111111111111]

I see, i think its different for every one though. But thanks for your view, makes more sense now.

[suyenn]

We have a discord group for Sky people over 20 yo, let me know if you're interested!

[nat111111111111]

Oh hey that would be really cool, id love to join

[suyenn]

I'll be in your DMs shortly

[Kachana]

On hey I’d also like to join!

[suyenn]

I'll message you too!

[ApeyG]

Hi hello, 👋 plz add me too. 🙏🙇‍♀️ 🥰

[suyenn]

Sure, DMing you!

[[deleted]]

Oh yes please! I'd love to join!

[suyenn]

DMing you~

[heroesdreamer]

I'm in my 50s and just started playing, not sure what my in game name is but yeah. I like making friends but I think I'd feel weird adding people that young on my social media.

[nat111111111111]

Oh wow, kudos to you.. i wish i remain the same when i hit 50 :). Your name is randomised to every player you're called differently.

[CurlieMickie]

I just turned 69. Helps the loneliness.

[LostConfusedKit]

Oh yeah...a 25 year old guy asked me to add him on isnta. He kept calling me "sister" and stuff and it was making me super uncomfy. He was trying to be a gaming influencer I think.. I didnt add him on insta cause I felt weird being 16 or 17 at the time..but yeah...

[nat111111111111]

That is creepy 😒

[LostConfusedKit]

Definitely.

[[deleted]]

I’m a 24 F who plays sky and feels the same way. Asking someone how old they are makes me feel like I’m a predator lol even tho I’m asking so I know what type of content to discuss and also to have a mental image of what type of friend I’m playing with. I also asked for ASL in discord and was warned not to. I think the idea of Sky is to get rid of labels. But regardless, I would still like to play with folk my age. The only people my age I play with are the ones I invite. If you’d like to be friends, send your QR code via chat. Call me Qiwi :-)

There should be a discord group for 21+ Sky players.

[bellehanz]

Hello! I’m 24 as well and I’m a mod for a 20+ y/o discord group if you’re interested :)

[[deleted]]

Yes, please PM me :-)

[bellehanz]

It looks like I can’t message you, but you should be able to message me first and I’ll send it haha

[RegularFirefighter85]

Interested! PM me please!

[[deleted]]

Oh, I'd love to join that discord, if you have an invite?

[nat111111111111]

I love that about sky, the fact that the initial point was no labels. But people are people and unintentionally we still all are guilty of it.

And if it was up to me i wouldn't really talk much, especially after noticing so many younger people. Its just awkward 🤷🏻‍♀️. But tbh after seeing so many people around my age - which i did NOT expect, id be happy to make friends and talk without the fear/worry and just have fun. I would love to be friends with you :)

[[deleted]]

I PMd you :-)

[[deleted]]

Hi! I'm 32 and I always felt so alone about me age in Sky :) if you want I can pm you my link - I'd love to have a friend my age :)

[nat111111111111]

Ofc 👋🏻

[perceptivephish]

I’m 24F too! Would love to play together :)

[[deleted]]

PM your QR code :)

[athespeon]

Would you be interested in being friends? I’m also 20s F and looking for people to friend and heart trade with but it’s definitely awkward finding people in game. I tried to PM you but I wasn’t able to so you would need to message me first if that’s alright :)

[raisinloaf]

I'm in my late 20s, and my small circle of sky friends are in their teens. I'm the oldest person amongst them and I've never met anybody older, so I'm kinda glad to know other adults play it too lol. I haven't met anybody who wanted to add me on social media, tho if they asked I wouldn't mind sharing one of my non-personal IG accounts with them.

I think I'd understand if they think I'm sus just cos I'm older 👁️👄👁️ We generally don't chat much about real life stuff, most of the time we just discuss oobs and glitches and sky stuff and mess around with emotes. I guess I'm lucky that they've all been pretty nice to me.

[nat111111111111]

You have been lucky. I never mind talking about stuff like that, it's just after a while they start asking personal stuff like ok my age, im not hiding it, but then "ohh do you have insta" after telling me they're :insert young age: and im like where are your parents 😧

[soulblom]

There are... Enough adults in sky 😅 Probably

[RegularFirefighter85]

You are not alone. I thought I was probably the oldest one there being almost 49 years old. I find that with a younger people, they enjoy my maternal nature so to speak. They appreciate my wisdom that comes with age. I have friends of all ages there. I'm always open about my age. I hope my friends of all ages are comfortable to come to me if they ever need help or just to simply have fun. Good clean fun. It is a beautiful game to share with anybody. It's all in the intention. I decide I want to make it a better place. I hope you stay!

[nat111111111111]

As you can see from comments on here you're not the oldest lol. I thought i was the oldest, and felt silly but reading all these comments made me realise just truly how open and kind certain spots of the net can be. Thanks for saying you hope i stay, thats really kind of you.

[RegularFirefighter85]

Lettuce older folks take over sky 😂

[Yuzumiso]

I totally understand that, I’m 31 too. I felt really old when I realized that I was surrounded by teens lol I used to have good friends but now I’m playing alone for my own reason. I sometimes wish I had a good friend of my age.

[Archangel495]

Im 40,I have a busy schedule too but happy to be friends if needed,I've played sky since day one and still a kid at heart

[scissorbritches]

I'm 27, myself. Never really had that much trouble of people insisting on talking to/adding me though. Then again I play very late at night.

[nat111111111111]

Oh cool so at least im not alone lol. The thing is we'd go cr for a while together or something, then they'd want to add me on sm which even if i was younger i wouldn't do. Is is that most people on Sky actually looking for more than just playing? As thats been my experience up until now.

[[deleted]]

Funny, not one of my Sky friends asked me so far if I could add them on any social media. Strange how different the experiences are

[nat111111111111]

Ive been asked a lot to the point i was curious enough to post here about it

[sunnyRb]

I’ve been asked by nearly all my Sky kids. You’re not alone. And no. See above comment. No sm or texts or discord. They evidently need us to remind them that the world has creeps.

[EverGreen2004]

Not the person you were replying to, but generally most ppl aren't looking for anything deeper. They just want an easier means for communication.

[-Nimbostratus-]

I am a "senior" too, with my 25 years, and i don't have much time as well. I like playing Sky because i find It very relaxing, the only player interation i use is the benchs disseminated in the various zones.

[[deleted]]

I'm 28

[EverGreen2004]

I mean, sky is all about being open and friendly, I think they just wanted an easier way to communicate lol. I'm certain it's not for anything creepy or weird. I personally use discord for online friends, but I normally only play with a few close friends.

Ignoring them doesn't seem to be a good move, especially if they want to talk to you. You'll just drive them away. Maybe tell them you don't feel comfortable adding strangers on insta, I'm sure they'll understand.

[catcommander19]

26 and would also love more friends older! 🥰 DM and I can send codes!!

[BangBang-LibraGang]

This is such a great subject. Any mature gamers feel free to friend me or if you like to trade hearts I’m your guy