How To Score A Chick: Gamer Rule 101
See Full ImagePerhaps it'd be egotistical - and certainly inaccurate - to say that any gamer guy can land a chick if he applies himself. Perhaps this isn't the case, especially considering the history of the hobby. For the most part, the pale, friendless virgins in the arcades weren't exactly burning up their senior prom, nor can they now considered to be master pick-up artists.
However, you guys need to strike while the iron's hot, and that time is now. Maybe you're not into the whole music/rhythm scene, but you can feign interest for the express purpose of getting closer to a hottie of maximum proportions, yes? Look, this explosion of Guitar Hero, Rock Band, and SingStar has appealed more to the ladies than any other innovation, revolution, or advancement in the video game industry. Take a look around. The aforementioned games are huge at parties these days, and these are the very same parties the geeks couldn't dream of attending way back when. They could've tried, but if they had brought up gaming ("Hey, you know I beat Shinobi today?!"), they would've been punted out the front door by one of those insufferable jock types. The girls would all laugh, and you'd run home to tackle the impossible Super Ghouls 'n Ghosts. Oh, it's okay to look back on it now; you're a mature, fully grown adult who has since had his fair share of women, right? Okay, if not, pay attention.
Many of those former jocks and cheerleaders are now playing the hell out of Guitar Hero: World Tour and Rock Band 2. Now, a party isn't a party unless there's some virtual interactive music experience, and yes, the women are participating. You may think you need to practice in order to impress the chicks, but if so, you've learned nothing in your years of maturehood, my friend. It doesn't matter if you suck; all that matters is that you like what she likes, and nothing is sexier to a woman than beating a guy at a music-based video game. If you don't believe me, you simply haven't tried it. Furthermore, as time goes on, it becomes clearer and clearer that these music games act as gateways to other titles, which means those girls are more likely to compete in something that doesn't include a plastic instrument. Never before in the history of gaming has there been a time when women factor more into the audience. They're here; you just need to know where to look.
This isn't difficult, guys. Not only is gaming a shadow of its former self - in this particular case, that's a good thing - but its newfound mainstream appeal can really help you get lucky. Before, gamers would have to find a way to circumvent their favorite pastime in order to get close to a girl ("oh...you play video games...?" followed by the insulting giggle). These days, they just wanna know if you have Guitar Hero at your place. Hell yes, you do! The modern-day Player still needs the traditional standbys like wine, soft music, candles, and the like, but he doesn't ignore the changing times. Get yourself one of those chick magnet games we're talking about, put it in a corner, and leave it there until you need it. Those things are instruments all right...in more ways than one.
10/28/2008 Ben Dutka
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WorldEndsWithMe
Wednesday, October 29, 2008 @ 1:11:16 AM
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Advent Child
Wednesday, October 29, 2008 @ 1:28:10 AM
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ThePoetRazel
Wednesday, October 29, 2008 @ 2:36:20 AM
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The rest i totally agree with. Women love these games and it's allowed me to introduce some to so much more.
One thing i'd suggest, is to have a real guitar in the same room as you play GH or RB. It gives the impression that you're a musician rather than a wannabe kid.
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Deleted User
Wednesday, October 29, 2008 @ 3:32:54 AM
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As a mgs fanboy,i can leave hordes of gals but not the styles i learnt frm the game.
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Wage SLAVES
Wednesday, October 29, 2008 @ 3:56:36 AM
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Aftab
Wednesday, October 29, 2008 @ 9:58:01 AM
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Zaben
Wednesday, October 29, 2008 @ 6:50:32 AM
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Wednesday, October 29, 2008 @ 8:18:27 AM
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coverton341
Wednesday, October 29, 2008 @ 9:41:14 AM
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FLYING_APE
Wednesday, October 29, 2008 @ 9:56:33 AM
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Luan
Wednesday, October 29, 2008 @ 9:59:51 AM
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either way, I like the picture!
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Troy Powers
Wednesday, October 29, 2008 @ 10:09:21 AM
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I agree with this article. Gaming is definitely more socialy acceptable. And Rock Band and Guitar Hero do seem to be "gateway" games.
Of course, simply having these games isn't going to get you laid. That's still going to require some social accomplishment. But, every little bit helps.
But, yeah, I have Rock Band parties quite frequently, and there are always good-looking women involved.
Take advantage.
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Orvisman
Wednesday, October 29, 2008 @ 10:09:49 AM
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My wife of 17 months isn't really a gamer, but she likes karaoke. So, I buy her the Singstar games. She'll also play Rock Band or GH. She's not interested in most other genres. But I can entice her into some racing games (she's a speed demon in real life!) and fighting games. She's competitive, so she likes to try to beat me on the race track or crack my skull in Soul Calibur. But, basically, she really likes her board games. I'm making slow progress here guys.
I'm going to introduce her to LBP once her midterms are over this weekend.
I remember the first time I had her play Burnout Paradise. She got a real kick out of speeding and crashing, so much so that she was still playing the game when I came back from grocery shopping more than an hour later. :)
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Troy Powers
Wednesday, October 29, 2008 @ 10:48:42 AM
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Ben Dutka PSXE [Administrator]
Wednesday, October 29, 2008 @ 11:12:31 AM
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Arvis
Wednesday, October 29, 2008 @ 1:00:06 PM
And she thinks the Wii is boring.
-Arvis
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AntDC
Wednesday, October 29, 2008 @ 11:41:05 PM
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Orvisman
Thursday, October 30, 2008 @ 9:26:59 AM
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shaydey77
Wednesday, October 29, 2008 @ 1:01:24 PM
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Scarecrow
Wednesday, October 29, 2008 @ 2:25:28 PM
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I'm gonna enjoy my games with or without them.
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Alienange
Wednesday, October 29, 2008 @ 5:12:17 PM
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DcIronfist
Wednesday, October 29, 2008 @ 5:20:47 PM
Last edited by DcIronfist on 10/29/2008 5:22:04 PM
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Orvisman
Thursday, October 30, 2008 @ 9:24:09 AM
That's what I did! My brothers in laws are big gamers, but they could never get my wife interested. I've had better luck, though. ;)
@ Shrek
Yep. If you read my post above, you know I agree.
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Joe_III
Wednesday, October 29, 2008 @ 2:46:33 PM
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Joe_III
Wednesday, October 29, 2008 @ 6:24:13 PM
You'll learn sooner or later she really isn't. And if she is, she's post-op.
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ThePoetRazel
Wednesday, October 29, 2008 @ 7:27:31 PM
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Ben Dutka PSXE [Administrator]
Wednesday, October 29, 2008 @ 8:06:30 PM
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Jed
Wednesday, October 29, 2008 @ 7:41:49 PM
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The_Chimeran
Wednesday, October 29, 2008 @ 8:02:11 PM
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LightShow
Wednesday, October 29, 2008 @ 9:35:10 PM
It's INSANE!! seriously, get two tvs and try to play guitar hero and ddr at the same time. Your brain will be fried in no time
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BigT_1980
Wednesday, October 29, 2008 @ 9:04:48 PM
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N a S a H
Wednesday, October 29, 2008 @ 9:22:53 PM
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One of my friends got a PS3 for christmas and she loved playing uncharted, which did have a great story.
The also love all the music games like Rock Band, Guitar Hero and especially Singstar.
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Orvisman
Thursday, October 30, 2008 @ 9:34:44 AM
She likes epic movies (LoTR; Star Wars; The Lion, The Witch, & The Wardrobe), so I'm thinking she might like some RPGs -- maybe games like Uncharted, MGS, etc... though their controls might prove to be too difficult.
But games with simpler control schemes are easier for her to get into (if you read my previous post you know she already likes the music, racing, and fighting games... all games with fairly easy to grasp control schemes).
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br0d1n
Wednesday, October 29, 2008 @ 10:17:08 PM
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Fun article. Another reason I keep coming back to PSXE...a good sense of humor.
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SplendidBlended
Wednesday, October 29, 2008 @ 10:50:47 PM
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I feel a bit out of place here with this. x] Um, I don't mind if a guy plays video games, because I do...as long as they aren't obsessed. Which, most of them seem to be.
I know I always get looked at like I'm an alien at Target whenever I go up to buy a new PS3 game...It's kind of awkward. Are there really THAT few female PS3 owners?
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Orvisman
Thursday, October 30, 2008 @ 9:44:52 AM
I used to have that same reaction with girls in comic book stores when I was growing up.
Geeks love them some cute girls who are into their hobbies because they feel the girl can relate and won't look down on them.
Then again, times have changed because we all grew up with comics; video games; and anime, which are now more accepted forms of mainstream entertainment instead of niche hobbies (see Attack of the Show).
The younger generation hasn't had to face the same types of stigmas our generation had to face when we were coming up; but I guess there are still some who find it hard to socialize with the opposite sex and retreat into their hobby's safe world, which is why they geek out and stare at you when you buy PS3 games.
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Ben Dutka PSXE [Administrator]
Wednesday, October 29, 2008 @ 11:42:12 PM
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http://www.psxextreme.com/feature/237.html
And the reply-
http://www.psxextreme.com/feature/239.html
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AntDC
Wednesday, October 29, 2008 @ 11:44:43 PM
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Last edited by AntDC on 10/29/2008 11:46:01 PM
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SplendidBlended
Thursday, October 30, 2008 @ 1:00:14 AM
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JoshBall
Thursday, October 30, 2008 @ 4:26:23 AM
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Some people are well sexist here haha
You need some1 who will join in, but also let you play endlessly!
=D
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KidHypeTellem
Thursday, October 30, 2008 @ 3:13:52 PM
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Jed
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