So, I got this idea stuck in my head to mess around with the whole “COD psychology” thing. You know, “Call of Duty,” that video game everyone and their mom’s been playing for ages. I figured, why not dive in and see what this whole thing’s about? I mean, people always talk about games messing with your head, so I set out to put that to the test, using myself as the guinea pig.
Start With a Plan
First things first, I needed a game plan. I decided to track my gaming sessions, noting down how long I played, what exactly I was doing in the game, and how I felt before, during, and after playing. I even jotted down any weird thoughts or dreams I had that might be linked to the game. Sounds kinda nuts, right? But hey, I was committed.
The Experiment Begins
I started playing “Call of Duty” like it was my job, but also trying not to let it totally take over my life. I had this notebook where I’d write everything down. My mood, my stress levels, how well I slept – you name it. I played for a few hours each day, mixing it up between the different modes to see if that made any difference.
- Day 1-3: Felt pretty good, actually. Got a good kick out of the action, the excitement. Sleep was fine, no weird dreams.
- Day 4-7: Started noticing I was getting a bit more irritable than usual. Little things started to set me off. Noticed I was thinking about the game even when I wasn’t playing.
- Day 8-10: Okay, this is where it got a bit weird. I had this super vivid dream about being in the game. It felt so real, it kinda freaked me out when I woke up.
Digging Deeper
As I played, I also started looking into what other folks had to say about video games and psychology. Found some studies about how action games might make you a bit desensitized to violence or even improve some cognitive functions. Like, your brain gets better at processing stuff quickly. Pretty wild, huh?
Noticing Changes
I definitely noticed some changes in myself. I was getting way more competitive, not just in the game but in other areas too. And yeah, I was a bit more on edge. Nothing too crazy, but it was there. I found that taking breaks was super important. Stepping away from the game for a day or two really helped clear my head.
Wrapping Up
After a few weeks, I decided to wrap it up. It was a cool experiment, and I learned a lot. Main takeaway? “Call of Duty,” and probably other games like it, can definitely mess with your emotions and thoughts. But it’s not all bad. I did feel like my reaction times got a bit quicker, and I was more focused, in a way.
I guess what I really learned is that moderation is key. And paying attention to how you’re feeling. If you start feeling off, it’s probably time to take a break. Gaming’s fun and all, but it’s not worth losing your grip on reality. So yeah, that’s my little adventure into the psychology of “COD.” Pretty interesting stuff, if you ask me.
