Are you wondering why you're drawn to MMOs? Read on to learn about why MMOs are addictive. (1/5)
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People who are addicted to MMOs tend to derive a sense of identity through the MMO - their virtual persona becomes more important than their real life persona. (2/5)
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They have friends in the MMO that are just as important as real life friends. They take pride and enjoyment in downing raid bosses. (3/5)
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Our brains are wired to appreciate triumph over adversity. All across cultures and history, humans who face difficulty and survive are viewed positively. (4/5)
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MMOs hijack this triumph circuitry, by creating this artificial difficulty which leads to a sense of accomplishment when you inevitably overcome the boss (which the game is designed to let you do - you're supposed to win in the end). (5/5)
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