Man in the Funny Hat
Hero
I'm nearly 56. Been playing D&D since 1976. Only thing that has prevented me playing in the past (or will in the future) is getting a group together to play.
The only challenge I see for those of us close to 60 than 30 is not getting stuck in a rut. It can be pretty easy to stick with the same group you know, playing the same games you know, and having fun, but missing out on what might increase your fun.
There's loads of people playing everything, but there's definitely a skew towards the older generation playing older games. Nothing wrong with that OF COURSE, so long as you're trying new games with an open mind and not just doing it that way because that's the way you've always done it.
One of my gaming groups consisted of a couple 40somethibgs a 50something a 30something and a handful of 20 something. I say something's as o struggle to remember my own age. The group only broke down as the host moved and couldn't accomodate a large group so we had to run a couple smaller sessions.
So here is my concern ( a part of me already knows its silly) I found D&D near the end of collage and picked it back up a few months ago (i am 26) I really enjoy it but I'm worried I may lose my nerd self as I grow up and get older. Was wondering if anyone could offer any insights. I already have started to struggle to play video games (which makes me sad cause it has been a big part of my life). D&D lately has actually been my go to over games though (i find it more stimulating cause i can create, grow, imagine, and engage my mind alot more) I'm hoping that trend will only grow deeper as I age. I am growing fulfilled in many areas of my life outside my nerd self (which didn't used to be the case) I guess i'm just sad thinking If that continues I'll lose the nerd in me.
Hopefully someone can tell me I'm dumb and can enjoy fantasy into my 80's haha (at least 40's)
One thing that'll really help, if you can swing it, is to find (or start) a stable settled group to game with: people who have lived in your town long-term and don't look likely to leave, people you've known through college, etc.Thanks Guys. Life has been happening, I'm entering manhood (emotionally and mentally) So I've been grieving a little bit for my childhood left behind. But It's good to hear you can hold on to the parts of yourself you love and keep the things you love in your life
So here is my concern ( a part of me already knows its silly) I found D&D near the end of collage and picked it back up a few months ago (i am 26) I really enjoy it but I'm worried I may lose my nerd self as I grow up and get older. Was wondering if anyone could offer any insights. I already have started to struggle to play video games (which makes me sad cause it has been a big part of my life). D&D lately has actually been my go to over games though (i find it more stimulating cause i can create, grow, imagine, and engage my mind alot more) I'm hoping that trend will only grow deeper as I age. I am growing fulfilled in many areas of my life outside my nerd self (which didn't used to be the case) I guess i'm just sad thinking If that continues I'll lose the nerd in me.
Hopefully someone can tell me I'm dumb and can enjoy fantasy into my 80's haha (at least 40's)
I'm now 37 and I'm playing D&D more than I ever did!
I also started at college, but most games I played then lasted about 2/3 sessions. I even tried my hand at DM'ing but it was way too much work as I had to do it all myself (and honestly, the resulting story would be alright at most).
Now I have plenty of money to spend on books and Adventure Paths, which makes running games much much easier. The time is a problem, but I managed to find a group of interested players that put some time aside every two weeks to enjoy D&D.
I basically stopped playing videogames now, I don't have the time, and because of D&D I find that my actions are very limited, and I find the gamist need to find potions and magic items in the most unlikely places quite annoying