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nmeofthestatetoday at 10:35 AM3 repliesview on HN

Shooting isn't the core mechanic in the majority of video games.


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user3939382today at 11:26 AM

The most prolific violent video game is Minesweeper. The fidelity may be low but the little guy dies and mines are powerful weapons detonating all over in the game.

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Trasmattatoday at 11:35 AM

Exactly this. Anyone who thinks that must have almost no real exposure to video games. The diversity of gaming experiences is huge, and shooters represent only a small fraction of that.

wvbdmptoday at 11:26 AM

Indeed, as we all know the order is

1. Run

2. Think

3. Shoot

4. Live