Klixen wrote: »

This is fascinating, but it's not really surprising.

Games seem to be designed for the 20 to 30 year old demographic. And according to most studies, this is the age group that plays the most games. So it makes sense.

But this is a bit of a bummer for older players or anybody who doesn't have the dexterity and reflexes of a 20 year old. Especially in a game like ESO with its action combat system

One might consider though that this is more of a reflection of what age group cares enough to frequent the forums.

I only just qualify for this bracket. Honest.

Waffennacht wrote: »

Just joined this group.... NOOO

Do not feel bad, I clicked the 20-30 range but that is only true for another couple months.

Tandor wrote: »

Darkstorne wrote: »

Waffennacht wrote: »

Just joined this group.... NOOO

Haha! Same here! But seeing so many older people here makes me incredibly excited for the future. I always wondered if old people's homes for my generation would just be gaming heaven, and these results are kinda reinforcing that

I must admit I'd feel a lot more comfortable about the prospect of ending up in an old folk's home if I knew it resembled an internet cafe rather than God's Waiting Room!

Whilst I've not seen any that were strictly gaming, there ARE a great many who have computers now. Studies showed that having access to computers (and literacy with them) was very helpful for the elderly. As more and more of us reach that stage, all we need to is start agitating for games.

Vanya wrote: »

Klixen wrote: »

This is fascinating, but it's not really surprising.

Games seem to be designed for the 20 to 30 year old demographic. And according to most studies, this is the age group that plays the most games. So it makes sense.

But this is a bit of a bummer for older players or anybody who doesn't have the dexterity and reflexes of a 20 year old. Especially in a game like ESO with its action combat system

Tis not disappointing, Tis perfectly comprehensible.

When I Turn 55 My Dexterity shall be extraordinary and focus sharper than sharpest of the Khajit's claws!

Joke.

You cannot expect a player of such an age to posses reflexes ,stamina and fire of the individual in 20's or 30's It is not possible,especially not if he/she has been playing games vigorously for decades..

I m 28 with 20 years of Gaming Saga already I feel a slight burden, Let us call it that way.

Hah!

Speak for yourself. Only way they'll slow me down is to nail me into that damned box and even then I'll still dig my way out.....

SkillzMFG wrote: »

Does it really get harder to do something as simple as press buttons when you get older? I can't really come to terms with that and it seems rather scary especially because I plan to keep playing games my whole life. Not trying to sound like an ***, I am genuinely curious.

I'm 41, been gaming for about 35 years now (started on Atari 2600). Yes, your dexterity deteriorates over time. Studies have shown that regular gaming actually helps slow the process, but there's not a lot you can do about it overall. I know I certainly don't have the same reflexes I did in my early 20's. That's not to say I'm totally gimpy now, I'm just not going to win any twitch gaming competitions.

If it's any consolation to you, I actually enjoy gaming more now. I have a lot more free time and of course a crapload more disposable income than I did in my 20's, so I can afford whatever hardware/games I want.

A couple of years in to my 30s now. Well legal age anyway I plan on gaming as long as I can hold a controller/ use a keyboard and mouse.

Get off my lawn.

jedtb16_ESO wrote: »

SkillzMFG wrote: »

Klixen wrote: »

This is fascinating, but it's not really surprising.

Games seem to be designed for the 20 to 30 year old demographic. And according to most studies, this is the age group that plays the most games. So it makes sense.

But this is a bit of a bummer for older players or anybody who doesn't have the dexterity and reflexes of a 20 year old. Especially in a game like ESO with its action combat system

Does it really get harder to do something as simple as press buttons when you get older? I can't really come to terms with that and it seems rather scary especially because I plan to keep playing games my whole life. Not trying to sound like an ***, I am genuinely curious.

no it doesn't.

i've been playing since the early 80's (the decade not my age) if anything i've improved over time.

I was like that 'til my late 50s and then all hell broke loose. I sure hope that doesn't happen to you. Aging happens. Some of us have great genes and avoid some of the common pitfalls, others aren't so lucky BUT doesn't mean you still can't game and have fun.

Sadly, I'm much closer to the next group than I am to the middle of my current one. Now get off my lawn, damn kids.

Started playing these when they were MMM(massive multiplayer mail in) and yes it was snail mail ( if you don’t know that term ask a us postal service employee)