I like to play video games because they serve as an escape from reality. When I play video games, they also help relieve the stress that builds up throughout the day. When I play video games, I am able to connect with my friends and family who live farther away. I started playing video games when I was six when I just needed a bit of an escape. My favorite video games are either Pokémon or Stardew Valley because they are just generally fun to play. Sometimes at home things just make me burnt out, so when I play video games, I don’t feel like my family is so tired, and I am able to do something that makes me relaxed and happy. I also play video games so I can connect with my friends that cannot come over to my house and play with me, so I am still able to hang out with them even if it is digitally.