Stop gaming

its basically a waste of time, time, that you could otherwise use for your benefits, such as educating yourself, praying, reading, helping others, working (on your own projects), etc.

 

I can't say it's a complete waste of time or a bad thing. But sometimes, well, most times, it's really bad. Like I was playing CIV V for a few days recently and I think it had a part in my reset. I set the difficulty on the max and it made me frustrated. It was a time sink too. I actually uninstalled it and it really helped.

For me, I imagine I'd love to code for games more than playing them. But when I play them I also enjoy thinking about the wonderful mechanism and the codes that have made the game working. (Also, think about this: maybe you can make your interest in games flow where is more beneficial. Like being a game programmer. Even if you do it as a hobby, it can be much better than just playing them only.)
So, for me, it's not as good as reading a book, going out, etc. But it's not like p&m or mindlessly watch political stuff either. Much less harm in gaming.

It's ok to play sometimes, but not any game. I'd stay away from addictive games (like those unending online games) and those games that make me feel bad. If anything remains, you should be ok with them.
This is mostly a personal experience. Up to you to decide for yourself.

 

If it keeps you off porn isn’t that a good thing ….

 

Yeah I also waste many hours gaming. Also I've noticed that a bunch of relapses have happened after a gaming session. Still I haven't done anything about this addiction. I guess NoFap and gaming don't go together but I've been playing for such a long time I don't see myself quitting... If there is anyone who has some tricks to reduce game time I would be thankful cuz god this takes so much time, energy and pleassure off of our lifes