Getting Stuck In Video Games Could Get You Out

Whether taking to the stars in Bethesda’s latest epic Starfield or being caught up in Ultimate’s old-school classic, Pentagram, gamers have always encountered moments where a little help from the community could make all the difference. In the pre-internet days, this help came from magazines, a post or a friendly chat in a playground. Now, it’s as easy as pulling up an article or guide from a gaming site and finding the information needed to navigate through a tough level or conquer a challenging boss. This kind of communal assistance has been a fundamental part of the gaming experience for decades, as evidenced by the evolution of tip exchanges from letters in old magazines to real-time online conversations. Despite the evolution, one thing remains constant – the willingness of gamers to help each other out.

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