Opportunity Cost
- ๐ The speaker discusses the concept of opportunity cost, arguing that it's not a significant issue for gamers, especially with sales, thrifting, and subscription services.
- ๐ They compare the cost of games to other hobbies, such as music or books, and suggest that having a large backlog shows curiosity and enthusiasm.
Dealing with the Backlog
- ๐ค The speaker advises viewers to reframe their backlog as a positive aspect, rather than a source of stress.
- ๐ They suggest creating themes or ecosystems of content to consume, such as playing spooky games during Halloween season.
- ๐ฎ The speaker shares their personal theme for the month, which involves exploring games that are "grotesque" or "eldrich", such as Sea Salt or Struggling.