As a cozy gamer, I find my peace in the games I play. They don’t necessarily need to be a calm game, since as you know, my definition of cozy is different from most. Knowing this, I wish to share some tips to keep my gaming space as peaceful as possible.
Your peace begins with your surroundings; so before diving in, prepare your gaming area.
Get yourself a drink or a snack, maybe both!
Put some comfy clothes on.
Find a snuggly blanket, a back pillow or a stuffy, whatever brings you joy.
Set your lighting within your space.
Make your area feel safe and comforting to you. Don’t forget to use the restroom to cut down on having to tuck back into your comfy spot.
If you’re playing an online multiplayer game head to your settings and mute other players. Trust me, it’s not that serious if you are playing solo online. Muting will save your sanity and your emotional wellbeing, especially if you’re a woman. (iykyk)
I also suggest making your console message notifications set to Friends Only. I’ve had past experiences of randos sending weird or mean messages just because it was set to Everyone.
Lock it down, save your peace!
Let yourself melt away into the game without a worry from other players. You won’t believe how much it makes a difference and how much better you will become at reading fellow players without having chat enabled.
Alone time in games is powerful. This can be solo queuing in online multiplayer games or playing single player creations. Whatever you choose, it’s healthy to try every so often. Having this “me time” will not only provide a sense of relief, it will also improve your gameplay. Solo queuing allows you to learn a game on your own terms. It lets you go as slow as you need to experiment and discover your playstyle. It provides freedom from the stress of performing for others. This not only enhances your gameplay, but also brings a sense of peace to any game you choose to play.
In the end, the best way to protect your peace when gaming is to play what you want. Don’t fall victim to trends or content creators. Do your research, watch some gameplay and figure out if it's something you would enjoy before going all in. Trust me, you may remember I’ve made this mistake before. If there’s a demo, even better, give it a play and find out if it’s something you’d like. Nothing is more peaceful than finding a game you truly enjoy.
Let me know what brings you peace when gaming.
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