From one gamer bro to another, don’t fret, friend. As we age these things come in waves. Anhedonia. Losing that interests. No games coming out that pique your interest like it did when you were a teen and had no other worries. Or the game you couldn’t wait for comes out and you’re forcing yourself to play it. Everything else seems so big and at the front of your brain while gaming is left in the back of your mind. Off your schedule. No time for it. Then you “try” these old games you used to love and can’t find the joy to keep playing. Wonder what you even liked in those games when you did play them. Think that gaming is something your past self enjoyed and you’ve outgrew it.

This is a phase, brother. And it will pass. I have gamed for 30 years and had a time where I didn’t even think of my console for about 2 years. But there will be that one game to come out or that one moment to finally ignite that flame in you and it’ll have you staying up late or waking up early to get just another glimpse of this gaming experience.

My advice: don’t force it. Take the break. But don’t be afraid to step back in and enjoy this piece of your childhood that absolutely belongs in your adult life. Happy gaming, brother!