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6 years agoLegend
"Felicity;c-17287141" wrote:"ceyric;c-17286839" wrote:"Felicity;c-17283816" wrote:"Horrorgirl6;d-967777" wrote:
Besides being cringey.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gKVaEM0VfXU
I feel like this video is manipulating.It feels like they took a bunch of people with self-esteem issues than put them on the center. The thing is this game is not meant to be a safe space, and you shouldn't be using this game as the main comfort. I have issues as well, and this does not sit well with me.
I do not like this ad at all. It's irresponsible. A video game should never ever be suggested as an alternative for counseling. I'm surprised that they didn't get much backlash for this ad.
I guess I'm old fashioned. I just think video games should be fun to play.
Unfortunately, the reality is that when people are depressed or their lives aren't good for whatever reason, some turn to drugs, others turn to gambling, some turn to video games, etc. Anything to distract one from the fact that their actual life isn't the best. I do wish that wasn't the case.
Yes, I understand that people use escapism as a way to deal with depression and other issues. And that is what makes this advertisement even more reprehensible. Instead of a video game, what if an alcohol company used this theme for advertising? As I said before, this ad is exploitative.
Edit: It's not a group of people hanging out and sharing their experiences. It's an advertisement. That is why it is gross.
Yeah it does feel like exploiting someone's life. I rather have people share their experiences than have it as a marketing ploy.