With a cultural and political climate so hostile to all things gaming, I wonder that we hear so little about the positives. They occur; if you’re a gamer you have a personal litany of how games have improved your life and those around you. But, do you tell non-gamers? How often do you “geek-out” about your new found interest in Chinese masonry from playing Civilization? Or explain to your boss that your geometry skills are better because you’ve been studying ancient formations in the Total War series?

I’d be very surprised if each and every person who reads this doesn’t know of at least one couple who developed a committed relationship through their shared enjoyment of gaming. Love of sports, reading, theatre, movies – all of these have brought (and kept) people together. Games are no different. People get married in unique ways showing their commitment to each other and their passion – Elvis, bungee jumping, roller coasters…

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