We all have that one game that we love so much that we want to share it with as many people as possible. Unless you’re a gatekeeper of the things that bring you joy, you’ve probably tried to get a friend, family member, partner, or stranger on the street to play a game you love in the hope that it will similarly enrich their life. The sad truth, however, is that this doesn’t always work out. But how can that be? I know how well [insert game here] is! Why don’t they take it immediately when I tell them it will change their lives?
Friends, I tell you, if I’ve learned anything from talking about video games for decades, it’s that convincing people to play something you love isn’t everyone’s cup of tea. You can make the most passionate arguments about why someone should play a video game, and there’s a pretty good chance you can actually make them want to play it. fewerHere are some tips on what to do and what not to do when trying to convince people to play your favorite games.
