Brasscaribou said 58 minutes ago:
"No, Im against it... Unless you met face-to-face and have an outside world relationship"
OMGzus said 2 hours ago:
"Not so much, but just like in movies, I find certain relationships entertaining."
Damrod55 said 3 hours ago:
"Aslong as you have Teamspeak open, email adresses and sometimes home addresses. Yes they bloomin are. They are still real people!"
Strach said 3 hours ago:
"No not at all"
EyalLan said 4 hours ago:
"Of course. "
Almaitak said 5 hours ago:
"What do you mean? Like, friendships you can make can be a strong as real life ones. But romantic relationships.... not so much imo."
SlaveZeroTSA said 5 hours ago:
"Depends on the people involved and how dedicated to it they are."
lordfear said 6 hours ago:
"Depends"
ARGH1 said 7 hours ago:
"only if its just friends..... otherwize its a needy person and a needy person gettin needy together..."
UncleChas said 7 hours ago:
"I make real friendships with people I only know online, is that what you are asking?"
PAIN13 said 9 hours ago:
"they can be"
WhiteKnight21 said 9 hours ago:
"no"
CHRISMEN said 10 hours ago:
"Well actually i do really ^^"
VimesV said 10 hours ago:
"Yes."
spitpsu said 10 hours ago:
"I have made many life long friends playing LoTRO and I think that it is vital to be able to create a friendship never really seeing someone is something very unique."
JRTODD2 said 11 hours ago:
"No They Are Fake To Me"
RoDeX said 11 hours ago:
"ah... no O_o"
nyksone said 12 hours ago:
"Yes if youre real developement benefit from it."
Panzermanzer said 13 hours ago:
"No"
Uchiaz said 16 hours ago:
"Kinda"
Trooky said 16 hours ago:
"ermmm...no."
stellamedusa said 16 hours ago:
"I guess it depends on the nature of [the relationship.] And how much genuine connecting really goes on, interaction outside of the game, etc."
Rubie said 22 hours ago:
"umm... i have 5 new friends."
wackey said 22 hours ago:
"ye you can meet a lot of nice people online and play with them a long time "
A2M said 24 hours ago:
"Nope... Unless you are a desperate nerd..."
Kiron46 said 24 hours ago:
"...Are you kidding me?"
topher76ster said 24 hours ago:
"Yes, it helps to have friends in game"
Shini said 25 hours ago:
"if it makes me rich "
khaoticbr said 26 hours ago:
"No."
DrowningInMercy said 26 hours ago:
"Yes, very much so. Some of my closest friends I meet in games. It may seem odd to some, but it's really no different than having friends in real life. You laugh, joke and have a good time together."
Thaila11 said 27 hours ago:
"Not really bc ur in a relationship in a game, not in real life. "
DemonicEyes said 27 hours ago:
"not really but maybe it can change to something real "
Devioususer said 27 hours ago:
"Yes very."
Drifuss said 28 hours ago:
"It depends."
thl said 29 hours ago:
"If you are peter Molyneaux then yes, otherwise no."
SStarfish said 30 hours ago:
"I don't really think that it can go any farther that a nice friendship unless U can meet the other person face to face"
twinkz said 30 hours ago:
"umm could be depending on the person lol"
ontheroxorz said 31 hours ago:
"Absolutely."
Jenxia said 32 hours ago:
"Yes, I like my friends :)"
Vysc said 32 hours ago:
"Yeah as long as you keep playing with same people."
SnowFox said 33 hours ago:
"The are important, but not the only ones you should have."
DrRoxso023 said 33 hours ago:
"Yes, because you need friends or sometimes it will be as boring as not playing at all, or playing by yourself."
Dante77766623 said 33 hours ago:
"I really don't know, haven't had any relationship within a game."
Everlie79 said 33 hours ago:
"I have made some really great friends who i keep in touch with in and out of the gaming world so I recon the answer on some level yes because in all reality if it hadnt been for the game itself I would have never been blessed with those friendships"
Breach said 34 hours ago:
"to a certain extent yes"
ChrisPryor said 35 hours ago:
"Yes, they make you feel a part of something and without demands..."
Jest3r said 39 hours ago:
"to a certain degree, yes"
rezoer said 39 hours ago:
"It's meaningful if it gives you something. It's important to be social in order to make friends and to get groups to quests and different kinds of instances/raids"
GovernmentCheez said 39 hours ago:
"Yes, it is always nice to make friends and have people to play with"
cyron said 40 hours ago:
"Well they're meaningful in so far as they add to the immersive experience of the game itself. They obviously have little value outside of the game however :)"
xXxIchig0xXx said 40 hours ago:
"God no. I went through two. Fucked up and more Fucked up. No comment, get the fuck off.
Ok that's a bit too biased, sorry. Honestly, I feel too much deceit is on the playing fields. You are far less likely to get caught cheating on your partner or hiding details, and many more deceptial options are at easier access. However if the other partner doesn't fuck up and you pull through, that trust creates a strong relationship. The physical meaning of it is purely personal preference. I chose real life for two letters. E and L."
Jemre said 41 hours ago:
"If you enjoy playing with the people, and are friends with them - then yes. :)"
megaplushie said 41 hours ago:
"Eh?"
n3wb5un173d said 43 hours ago:
"huh?"
Mercilyss said 43 hours ago:
"Ugh, more relationship questions. Next!"
Needabubble said 44 hours ago:
"yes"
DiggingTrenches said 45 hours ago:
"depends on the plot. a good story is a good story."
IK-Tal-Aran said 45 hours ago:
"they can be"
Neuralparadox said 46 hours ago:
"Hard to say, all of the ones I've had in games have ended in ruin due to it being "fantasy". However its nice in its own way since its just based on personality and not looks or status. I'm almost to the point of rather having a game relationship vs a real one."
Illiandos said 47 hours ago:
"No. Chances are, they won't work out. But hey, I'm not one to criticize love. It could happen, it could not..I don't know."
squishy101 said 47 hours ago:
"freindship wise yes"
GamerAlex said 2 days ago:
"I personally think that relationship in games are not that meaningful. If the person that you have the relationship with in the game is the same person that you are having a relationship with in real life, it is meaningful. Otherwise I feel that it isn't meaningful if you don't know the person at all outside of the game."
Konril said 2 days ago:
"Yes, but that can be a very bad thing. The internet, and especially internet gaming, is anonymous. That allows me to be someone who I really can't be in real life. That also allows others to be who they can't be in real life, too. So if a virtual relationship starts to spill over into real life, it usually leads to trouble.
Although I heard it can work.
Oh, and if any of you admirers manage to read this, I would rather have a real-life girlfriend than a virtual boyfriend. Take that as a warning."
Hiddendoom712 said 2 days ago:
"well it dpends on the relationship.. if its dating or some dumb shit like that.. then your retarded.. if its how you work with your squads and your clans... then its definately meaningful"
Mandoralen said 2 days ago:
"For what they are ...but the word meningful is quite relative...."
Oriyn said 2 days ago:
"Relationships are better IRL."
Poetofhate said 2 days ago:
"yes its a new expiriens and you get to meet and learn from ppl you would probably never would have meet in person."
Jinko said 2 days ago:
"Well, that is a really hard question to answer. ...I'll come back to it."
K12T6 said 2 days ago:
"I don't know"
gamesmaster006 said 2 days ago:
"i would not know as i aint experienced one"
Vinguard said 2 days ago:
"Hmm some can be as u could have been in a guild for ages and made proper friends etc but making a friend in seconds after doing a quest with them is not meaningful"
McHearty said 2 days ago:
"Romantic? No."
alth0r said 2 days ago:
"Not as meaningful as a real life relationship, but friendships do develop in games."
Psyck said 2 days ago:
"Woot?"
Balur said 2 days ago:
"Every relationship is."
ansga said 2 days ago:
"They can be."
Snuggletummy said 2 days ago:
"If done right, then yes."
Ryunaito said 2 days ago:
"Only if you actually meet in real life to continue with the relationship..."
endra said 2 days ago:
"I do think they are meaningful. There are real people behind those pixels, if they're genuine and trustworthy they they are meaningful. "
Gerend said 2 days ago:
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Parothir said 2 days ago:
"I tend to say no because people do have biases and even though we dont know what we all look like, everyone has there own little criteria that determines relationships judging by the way a person talks or chats. Its better to play together with minimal commitment but with certain rules and respect. "
BeefcaketheMighty said 2 days ago:
"If your talking romantic----NO; as for friendships sometimes"
kaungsanthu said 2 days ago:
"No"
Sixsinenine said 2 days ago:
"They can be."
Cretor said 2 days ago:
"It can be helpful to develop friendships within games"
Blakkmantis said 2 days ago:
"Yes I do, I have met some wonderful people through games that I would have never met before."
CapyHowdy696 said 2 days ago:
""
Hollis126 said 3 days ago:
"Never had one"
Griefshire said 3 days ago:
"It depends on your definition of meaningful. Relationships in one medium may or may not transfer to other mediums, but that does not necessarily mean that one medium is better than another or that one relationship is better than another. Relationships at work are different than relationships outside it (generally), and relationships with immediate family are different than relationships with extended family; it will vary between individuals"
SIe172172 said 3 days ago:
"yes"
Aelysia said 3 days ago:
"They can be."
KiThalTheVirulent said 3 days ago:
"I suppose so."
D4saken2 said 3 days ago:
"Friendships."
Lixi said 3 days ago:
"Nope. E-friends won't be moving my furniture to a new place, and I won't be giving them beer."
Cinth-Degree said 3 days ago:
"What is this- a online dating service for geeks?"
Gazrella said 3 days ago:
"I feel, that you can make some great friends in games."
rivens said 3 days ago:
"Yes"
Hy3RiD said 3 days ago:
"yh, why not?"
SatanTrip said 3 days ago:
" Ya you meet and make alot of friends"
Samhein2 said 3 days ago:
"Of course. A friend is a friend, regardless of sight or in person."
DeathStar226 said 3 days ago:
"Depends if you keep in touch with the person and you dont forget about them as quickly as they came into your life"
Jeelzebub said 3 days ago:
"Yeah, it can keep the games interesting, especially if the characters have good chemistry."
feydikan said 3 days ago:
"depends on what you mean by relationships.
No matter what if you work woth the same people day in and day out your going to become friends. I have known and gamed with the same people for about 9 years now. Since i started playing FPS's on the PC. So in some cases I have known them longer then I know some of my real life friends. And in other cases Have "listened" to them turn from sweaky voiced 13 year olds who were annoying as hell into adults who in 2 cases are now serving in the marines. So yes. you can build strong friendships with people, and I know that my "family" from DBD sends there prayers to our friends that our now sitting the sandbox. "
achivmentninjas said 3 days ago:
"no"
Daez said 3 days ago:
"Some..."
ThirdCoastBoyz said 3 days ago:
"Some can be, I make a lot of new friends on live"
BloodWild said 3 days ago:
"Depends"
Wootnessy said 3 days ago:
"It depends"
Kaustic-the-Explorer said 3 days ago:
"Sure, I've met a lot of great people online and it shows there are still good people in the world"
Sheherazade said 3 days ago:
"Depending on the relationship type and the game..but yea anyhow I do!"
Sine said 3 days ago:
"depends ont he situation...if your an introvert and gaming is your only outsource to humanity, then its important.
if you go out all the time and play games occaisionally, then not so important."
Elf-Of-Death said 3 days ago:
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Addis said 3 days ago:
"They can be, sure."
Castgurl said 3 days ago:
"Hm......don't know, never had a in game relationship. It depends on the two people that are involved."
creechuur said 3 days ago:
"I suppose they can be."
Babassman said 4 days ago:
"They can be, but I wouldn't get TOO personal."
Koudelka24 said 4 days ago:
"They can be"
oMEANoMARINE said 4 days ago:
"Yes, Because most games teach you a lot about life. Lots of games teach you about your friends and not to give up when one of your loved one's die."
Slayer420 said 4 days ago:
"not really but sometimes"
Yamhead38 said 4 days ago:
"Depends. I would rather it happened some where iut counts. Not in a pre game lobby."
folly1987 said 4 days ago:
"nope its a vertual game u can do anything with no come backs eg: kill some one and nothing happens because its in a game its 2 keep ur mind busy"
Lenriak said 4 days ago:
"Sure, good friends make a more effective and fun team and are more understanding if you leave in the middle of a game for some reason."
BloodOathWolf said 4 days ago:
"sure!...friend type relationships..."
BoergerKJV said 4 days ago:
"No"
venom760 said 4 days ago:
"I do, I feel that you have to be apart of your character to truely understand all aspects."
Legion1094 said 4 days ago:
"Well I've made quite a few good friends over xbox live, so ye I guess so :)"
IceXman49 said 4 days ago:
"if you mean the character you control and NPC's , sure to the extent that the game requires it. If you mean between real life people in an online game......ha!"
Taroxx said 4 days ago:
"sometimes.."
TonyForde said 4 days ago:
"no
"
Eolly said 4 days ago:
"yes"
wobbly said 4 days ago:
"They can be, but it's not easy"
brianslice said 4 days ago:
"absolutly"
M4dk4T said 4 days ago:
"I've enjoyed a number of lasting friendships with guildmates that have contuned on from game to game, and even inti RL, so yes, they can be"
Coffin said 4 days ago:
"Yes, they are."
behemothdan said 4 days ago:
"They can be as long as they are not formed under false pretenses."
Judge-Azrael said 4 days ago:
"It depends on the game, the story, and the characters."
eternaldarkwing said 4 days ago:
"Wat."
DariusMacVane said 4 days ago:
"Yes, it enhances the overall gaming experience. Gives you someone to talk to and level with. "
nmblade said 4 days ago:
"freindships yah but online dating no lol"
Nickthewarlord said 4 days ago:
"Yes I do"
T-Myst3R said 4 days ago:
"yea it depends on wut kind of relationship"
dbchan said 4 days ago:
"as long as they arent with npcs."
OPC-GAZZA said 4 days ago:
"yes"
JohnnyGoldenTonsils said 4 days ago:
"Yes, absolutely. Better social engineering than"Web 2.0" - lol"
DaKuzz said 4 days ago:
"That depends on the relationship."
exliber said 4 days ago:
"Somewhat, although they tend to never go past the game's physical extent, which is none."
cDiZzLe24 said 4 days ago:
"yea"
Mishy said 4 days ago:
"Depends on what kind of relationship but generally yes they are"
XXpeacemaker8282XX said 4 days ago:
"not really"
ThunderZ said 4 days ago:
"No"
yakov456 said 5 days ago:
"If you mean with character's storylines, then yes. Otherwise not really."
SolomonRedrage said 5 days ago:
"if not taken too the extremes and removed from all pettiness and drama.. then yes"
DrunkenSwede said 5 days ago:
"Not really"
PrincessDreamer said 5 days ago:
"yeah but its hard to rlly know someone within a game"
alpharoy said 5 days ago:
"In what sense?
Character on character can help move the story forward if done properly
Person on Person is a little bit weird to me"
Scythe2113 said 5 days ago:
"If they lead to more important things, yes. It's fun to just play with cool guys."
Sakuratei said 5 days ago:
"Yes, they add to the experience. In multiplayer games it's always more fun to play wiht others, and in single player games it's a fun side effect to follow relationship development between the fictional characters in the game, it adds to the story."
foxtrot-780 said 5 days ago:
"NO"
Stlunatic said 5 days ago:
"Socially yes, physically no."
Cantankerous said 5 days ago:
"Not really. Unless they develop outside of the game as well (such as making friends and contacting them via MSN or meeting up in real life, or even the development of romantic interests)."
swiz747 said 5 days ago:
"if you mean love relationships no i think there BS. but a friend you meet over the net can be just as good a friend as the 1 you meet IRL"
Ichigo50000 said 5 days ago:
"deppends"
SazzyRainah said 5 days ago:
"Some can become real relationships and if you both play the same game then it shows an interest you both have."
oxGRIMxxREEPERxo said 5 days ago:
"Yes"
KiddoAdmin said 5 days ago:
"no i think that u should no bring it up as other people will feel diffront in a way"
Xheoul said 5 days ago:
"I've forged really strong friendships in online games, to the point where I know that if I have a problem, I can talk to my guildies any time. Online romantic relationships, though, I find are a waste of time."
pr0sharks said 5 days ago:
"Yes, it leads to better teamwork and friendships"
Darkdemonishere said 5 days ago:
"to a point. "
Sanyu said 5 days ago:
"Depends?"
rebel748 said 5 days ago:
"what do you think i am,some kind of pervert?"
RoJo said 5 days ago:
"no "
Axidos said 5 days ago:
"Some"
Brewfus said 5 days ago:
"yes definatly"
Jooniar said 5 days ago:
"Of course, keeps you comfortable."
JeffHarlow said 5 days ago:
"Friend ones yes providing its not someone you just met but have known a long time"
oufan141992 said 5 days ago:
"no not really"
Locksta said 5 days ago:
"Depends"
Mistress-Mercy said 5 days ago:
"Yes they can be."
draggon697 said 5 days ago:
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Redx13x said 5 days ago:
"They CAN be but are often not. EXCEPT for friendships. The bonds cemented by gaming together can last a lifetime."
Zervon said 5 days ago:
"Yes, but no comparable to the ones in real life."
Skayz said 6 days ago:
"You need to get along with eachother yes "
WillyFourEyes said 6 days ago:
"That depends on how long you and your "partner" have played. I wouldn't personally know that, since I only play online games once every few days."
Reikaze said 6 days ago:
"Yes"
TheHawk19 said 6 days ago:
"Nope"
UMS said 6 days ago:
"yes"
Derigen said 6 days ago:
"no"
miagiaxp said 6 days ago:
"yes"
InSoMnIaK604 said 6 days ago:
"Depends."
sindanar said 6 days ago:
"Erm.. no.."
A-S1LV3R-N1NJA said 6 days ago:
"Just As Much As Out Of Them"
Harvatos said 6 days ago:
"No.. i have a lot of friends in game... I prefer to play with some peoples than single."
CEDRIC381 said 6 days ago:
"No"
LuxMagica said 6 days ago:
"Sure! Why not?"
Laniara said 6 days ago:
"Yes"
meatskull said 6 days ago:
"yes"
Niktout said 6 days ago:
"No."
koji042 said 6 days ago:
"They could be, though it depends on the person."
Copesnuffdss said 6 days ago:
"no"
semanti said 6 days ago:
"Yes, but sometimes it would be better if they weren't"
Airiin said 6 days ago:
"no.. in game world relationships is nothing"
IVIASSACRE said 6 days ago:
"yea "
fluffyman said 6 days ago:
"No, unless they are people you know personally."
Nasgath said 6 days ago:
"They can be, as much as any other long-distance relationship on the internet."
whereisjohnwilson said 6 days ago:
"Nope"
x5entencex said 7 days ago:
"yes i do i mean you can talk to other people from accros the world ant tell them wats happening in or part of the world and you never know u might meet an awsome person to hang out with and party all the time with ;p"
Clavice said 7 days ago:
"yes, any kind of relationship is meaningful."
Bl00d5ta1n said 7 days ago:
"I do yeah, gives people a chance to get in contact with other people.
And maybe meet some day..."
Darysarya said 7 days ago:
"can be. Depends on the game"
Minx said 7 days ago:
"They can be, and they can be absolutely invisible, too. It takes time to develop any "meaningful" ties, but I've definitely had good experiences. Particularly where MMOs are concerned. Less today, than with primitive Ultima Online."
Carnage52 said 7 days ago:
"Wha?"
lttldevl0 said 7 days ago:
"I sure do! there are people on this game that I feel closer to than I have ever felt in real life. You get to know the people they are inside and not just what they look like."
Infrantic said 7 days ago:
"Yes, I do."
YoMma said 7 days ago:
"Yes, I have made many lasting friendships via games such as Call of Duty or World of Warcraft and EVE Online."
Gwedia said 7 days ago:
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Ularas said 7 days ago:
"Some are, most are not. It really depends on your maturity level as a person."
Raush said 7 days ago:
"yes definately"
nanoblack said 7 days ago:
"Of course. I always stop playing games that became boring but if i have a lot of friends in that game, I will stay."
shadow0121 said 7 days ago:
"Kinda, i have some good mates from games."
ArtemisArtium said 7 days ago:
"They can be. However, you have to realize that these relationships should not take priority over your real life."
XKGJonnyBlaze88 said 7 days ago:
"what"
Siinister said 7 days ago:
"Depends"
maclaern said 7 days ago:
"I find myself reevaluating this on a daily basis, it would seem that at times i can be more open with some of the people on my guild than i can in my day-to-day life, granted having a common basis of interest does seem to help...."
Dizqard said 7 days ago:
"Possibly."
Kelaei said 7 days ago:
"No, unless you've met the person."
HatchetKill said 7 days ago:
"yeah of course... until they get clocked, hehehe"
Boaisy said 8 days ago:
"Depends on what you classify as a relationship. If it is a love relationship, then it is all based on what the each person in the party feels. I have found a couple of close relationships, but when an opposite party becomes inactive, you tend to forget about it.
If it is something as a business relationship, then it would also depend on the type of game and how bad you need those relationships. I like to keep my friends close, and my enemies closer to the sight of my cross hairs."
TEAMDEESNUTS said 8 days ago:
"YOU CAN MEET SOME COOL PEOPLE WHEN GAMING IF THAT OTHER PERSON FEELS THE SAME WHY NOT ITS SHOULD BE FUN WHEN YOU PLAY SO WHY NOT HAVE THE SAME KIND OF PEOPLE AROUND YOU WHEN YOU GAMING.."
Valience said 8 days ago:
"I like to think they are."
darkstar619 said 8 days ago:
"yes"
SkitzoSven said 8 days ago:
"If the people really connect then yes"
VioletArrows said 8 days ago:
"Only if you have a meaningful relationship with that person outside of the game."
WALLIE said 8 days ago:
"Not unless you know the person in real life or can get to know them locally."
KiwiCake said 8 days ago:
"I think they're funny. Hehe. They're meaningful if they really know each other. If you don't know each other then I don't think you should really devote your life to the relationship. It's not like you'll actually be in their life. Lol :\"
S563sgtNORCO said 8 days ago:
"yep"
BIGMercenary said 8 days ago:
"No"
Amiskoh said 8 days ago:
"No"
Dyonysos said 8 days ago:
"yes. it is a gd way to get more social over a computer and it is a great way to find friends i have found many friends im meeting irl now after being friends ingame with them"
RPGX-Ender42 said 8 days ago:
"Nope."
LordXanthos said 8 days ago:
"Well yeah, the people you encounter can still be friends even if they're on the other side of the planet."
xXMajestikXx said 8 days ago:
"Absolutely, if we are talking about online games anyway. Having a good group of people to game with makes a ton of difference concerning the amount of fun you can get from any game you choose to play online."
ssonicblue said 8 days ago:
"The question isn't clearly defined."
II-F0XH0UND-II said 8 days ago:
"Somewhat. It is complicated, it could be somewhat in the sense of a "Working Spouse" in a corporate environment. Someone of the opposite sex, or same if you swing that way, becomes much closer to you than normal. This person knows your routines, likes and dislikes and the sense. So yes they can be meaningful. I share a good relationship with a female gamer that goes beyond the day to day interaction of game time. We take into consideration each others lives on various fronts. So yes they are meaningful. If you generally care for someone and do so with all the best intentions it would be wrong to consider it meaningless."
botafogo said 9 days ago:
"I think they CAN be"
Smierg said 9 days ago:
"The question is unclear."
leetsauce211 said 9 days ago:
"Yes, relationshipd between characters add a certain feel to the game that makes it unique"
Feathrende said 9 days ago:
"If they are serious from both parties then yes."
Shabutie said 9 days ago:
"Fa Shao! "
michaelfeb16 said 9 days ago:
"Of course. It isn't much different than normal interaction...you learn about people and share experiences with them."
ignius11 said 9 days ago:
"It's better to have a game like another game but better then a complete new system that sucks ><"
jenaiangelique said 9 days ago:
"Friendships? Sometimes. Love? Come on... I dont know how many times in many mmos my poor lil toons have been fololowed around by retards asking "will you marry me" what kinda crap is that?
My Bf and I play. I love him... but I loved him before we played.. but you bet your ass he helps me first instead of some bimbo that cant find the local Auction House... ever throw the duel flag on your soul mate?"
leadbucket said 9 days ago:
"They mean something to someone. Over a period of time you can tell a person's character and deduce if you could be their friend if you met."
Tayamane said 9 days ago:
"Do you mean relationships with people in games? Not really. Most them are spammers, flamers, frubes, noobs, or the occasional thes-bo. I try to stay away from people most of the time..."
NLF said 9 days ago:
"no"
iHoRiZoN said 9 days ago:
"sum times"
thebrassmonkey said 9 days ago:
"I do."
X-Fallen-Angel-X said 9 days ago:
"Depends."
Love2liv said 9 days ago:
"some"
astraknight said 9 days ago:
"Hmm... depends, I know of people that form a strong bond with others (usually guildies) that lasts for many time, those people go from game to game together and they have a great respect and loyalty to their group, like a family.. so yes, they can be meaningful."
Razorteets said 9 days ago:
"Absolutely. They're friends just like any other type of friend."
m3th said 9 days ago:
"Yea for sure man! If I'm friends with some1 in game and met them irl I'd feel the same obligations as I do to friends I've had irl for the same period, prolly more most of the time lol."
deadlichik said 9 days ago:
"I am still trying to figure that out"
ethereal-wolf said 9 days ago:
"You need to continue it outside the game for it to be."
Ry0tx said 9 days ago:
"I feel relationships with "people" are meaningful. In or out of game, doesn't really matter."
dataphreak said 9 days ago:
"Depends on the game. I've got some really great friends out there in the interwebs who I hold very dear to me. Then again, without a level of inteligence and good communication skills, there are some people out there who will never be able to hold a meaningful relationship within a game."
JesterKlown said 10 days ago:
"they can be. it depends on the people though"
Sethalidos said 10 days ago:
"uhm dunno"
Tainted420 said 10 days ago:
"Friendly relationships yes but other than that no"
KingCobra11 said 10 days ago:
"yeah"
Randomizeme said 10 days ago:
"they can be"
Leader-916 said 10 days ago:
"No. If you have never seen the person that you are dating then ur just a creep. Otherwise if you met a friend and u guys are really tight, then i guess that means something."
Numsu said 10 days ago:
"no"
ladylou said 10 days ago:
"friends r friends"
cod5beast22 said 10 days ago:
"yea"
OpacusIx said 10 days ago:
"They can be, yes"
stentor said 10 days ago:
"Yes--guild members are important to me."
Nightkami said 10 days ago:
"Face to face or its just a game."
MagoAsh said 10 days ago:
"Dont think so, but some people take it as a life stile...."
Maricus said 10 days ago:
"You can build friendships and rivalries, but anything beyond that is a bit creepy"
Dark-Mist said 10 days ago:
"No"
Riversmeet said 10 days ago:
"As meaningful as any other internet based relationship."
SpotAnime said 10 days ago:
"Relationships between real people? No. Relationships between characters? It depends on the context, but on the whole I'd say yes."
Buzzzzzz said 10 days ago:
"they can be yes."
Domma said 10 days ago:
"With teammates...sure."
x561nut said 10 days ago:
"Yes most definately."
Jodome said 10 days ago:
"Yes"
iLoxy said 10 days ago:
"They can be...but just remember...they are virtual..."
bromle said 10 days ago:
"might be"
borrealous said 10 days ago:
"Very much so!!
I have been friends with Tribe Gamers for almost 10 years.
They have become as much a friend, as I would make in my home town."
ElvenChaos said 10 days ago:
"I feel that in-game relationships can be very meaningful. Some of the most trustworthy people I know I've met through a game, where many people would go "You can't see them, how do you know they arn't lieing?", to which a good answer would be "I don't see your thoughts, how do I know you're not lieing?". There are too many good people that are much more mature online in games than those of my surroundings, ironically, but these relationships I've treasured more. Infact, if we can find ourselves making bonds with NPC Allies in RPG games like Tales of Symphonia who have a good storyline and character base, why can't we make attachments to real people online?"
CPUFreak91 said 10 days ago:
"Yes. They make the game feel more real. I enjoy connecting with game characters like I do with book characters."
Nebulose said 10 days ago:
"Somewhat."
Stickypurplecat said 10 days ago:
"I believe friendships can be meaningful, but only if every member of the relationship is online (I assume this addresses online play) consistently and is sincere in their efforts to build the relationship. The majority of romantic relationships online seem hollow and I think they require some sort of face-to-face, real life validation before they should be taken too seriously."
Nunderwoob said 10 days ago:
"No way. In the sequel, the significant other always stabs the hero/heroine in the back!"
Phrack said 10 days ago:
"Can be."
DotheDew said 10 days ago:
"No or at least sometimes
"
Leeyo said 10 days ago:
"Yes"
Signalman86 said 10 days ago:
"As just friends playing video games then yes."
Shaggy-FOO said 11 days ago:
"Yes. While we might not have met face to face, we still spend time together doing an activity we both like. Engaging in competitive moments, to cooperative moments together is the same whether it's virtual or real life. "
elvismerric said 11 days ago:
"Some times"
Will-Wrath said 11 days ago:
"Meeting someone in a game can be rewarding in its own ways but pursuing an actual in-game relationship is ridiculous unless its purely roleplaying i guess?"
rigs19 said 11 days ago:
"?!?!?!?!"
Areyana said 11 days ago:
"friendships yes they can be...But Ive seen too many bad things come from people trying to have relationships in-game... "
KingRat said 11 days ago:
"With other players? No.
With other characters (NPC's)? Perhaps. Everyone cried when Aeris dies."
ZeroOmega05 said 11 days ago:
"idk depends on who u meet and if they like wut u like"
Kurohana-Aiko said 11 days ago:
"Well, if it's something that relies on communication and teamwork, then sure....Other relationships, well....uh....what the fuck, man?"
mrryanbaker said 11 days ago:
"Between characters? Sure. Drives the story, etc. In MMOs, only if I'm playing with my girlfriend."
mrryanbaker said 11 days ago:
"Only if I'm playing with my girlfriend."
Guise said 11 days ago:
"I think they are as "meaningful" as a relationship with a co-worker or pen pal. I don't see why you couldn't turn it into a real-life friendship just as easily."
Christalle said 11 days ago:
"Sure all relationships are. : )"
prnstr666 said 11 days ago:
"Hell ya. lets go snake!"
AdianTNG said 11 days ago:
"Yes"
shank-man said 11 days ago:
"Yes."
Vertang said 11 days ago:
"Alwayst great to make friends and help out others to enjoy the game"
totemstotems said 11 days ago:
"Yes."
oxGRIMxREEPERxo said 11 days ago:
"yes and no"
Nyxx said 11 days ago:
"Somewhat."
Sushi-X said 11 days ago:
"Depending on the situation... and game. =/"
oSMITHEREENZo said 11 days ago:
"nope"
ShindeVamp said 11 days ago:
"Depends"
Jaycee said 11 days ago:
"I sure do"
Deci-Eclipse said 11 days ago:
"Of course they are. MMOs are based on a close knit community and friends."
JaciDawn said 11 days ago:
"Yes and no. I think friendships can work, however I don't think it's smart to get seriously evolved with someone you've never met. "
Dameon033 said 11 days ago:
"they can be"
Mighkey-Devious said 11 days ago:
"Umm..haven't cut any fuck hole's in my games but sure I deffinatly play em cause they mean somthing too me."
MikeGeesus said 11 days ago:
"Ofcourse, when I used to play Counter-Strike competitively I became good friends with my teammates. This was over 5 years ago but I still keep in touch with one of them."
Justinbourgeois said 11 days ago:
"No"
D3mon79 said 11 days ago:
"just depends on the game and the sitation"
Gethe said 12 days ago:
"As far as being 'just friends' I think they can be meaningful. If it's more than that I would rather see and know them in person."
goodlookinkillers said 12 days ago:
"depends on the people"
FenderRocker99 said 12 days ago:
"Negative, Seems weird"
PraxisPersephone said 12 days ago:
"At one time I have, but I've been burned."
Technopixie said 12 days ago:
"Sure."
Nahomic said 12 days ago:
"Maybe, I know friendships are, but I don't see how romantic ones would work."
Desutroyah said 12 days ago:
"depends on who its with"
Lostdragonstail said 12 days ago:
"You would have really define meaningful. Although if you are talking about a personal relationship then I would have to say it depends on the persons involved."
FoxF1VE said 12 days ago:
"Very Much So!"
Sleebs said 12 days ago:
"It brings certain games to life when you have friends playing with you, it certainly does."
Splend42 said 12 days ago:
"It depends on your definition of 'relationship'. If you mean friendships and comeradeshsips, then most certainly. If you mean actual relationships, in the romantic sense, then no. "
Tierel said 12 days ago:
"sometimes"
Shawnzzy said 12 days ago:
"Yes, I have many friends that I met through only gaming that I think no less of than my friends outside of gaming."
Lassiriven said 12 days ago:
"only if it is with someone i already have a relationship with IRL"
MISSmissi said 12 days ago:
"lol friendships are cool and nice to have"
Team-Adversity said 12 days ago:
"Yes, as friends. Very."
Kurthien said 12 days ago:
" I am definitely sure they could be, but it's a little difficult. I am looking into this currently, and hoping for the best XD. Wish me luck."
Fearid said 12 days ago:
"I feel Addictive"
Kidic said 12 days ago:
"Some are, some aren't. I will say though, that they really are real on the other side of that pixelated face."
Syrdon said 12 days ago:
"Any relationship in which two people share part of themselves freely with one another to further their understanding and appreciation of the other is meaningful."
Poohgyrr said 12 days ago:
"They can be, it just depends."
Kwdegahr said 12 days ago:
"Somewhat, within a limit. Comradery happens."
Diaboleusz said 13 days ago:
"yes because i meet every game some interesting people"
Vincent said 13 days ago:
"Very much so, it's not so eas
