How long does burnout last for you when you get frustrated by a game?

[StaceyPowers]

If a game burns you out, how long do you typically stay away from it?

[Lens]

When frustration start to set in, I take a break and it could be from a few days to a few weeks. It depends on the game's intensity and my emotional investment too. 

 

[Scorpion]

For me, burnout lasts Sometimes a week, depending on frustration level..
 

[killamch89]

Maybe a few days at most. Sometimes it's best to take a break from a game when you're "stuck".

[Lens]

7 hours ago, Scorpion said:

For me, burnout lasts Sometimes a week, depending on frustration level..
 

That's indeed very understandable and I I know that the frustration can be so intense. I also prefer a week-long break to have  a good reset.

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18 hours ago, Scorpion said:

For me, burnout lasts Sometimes a week, depending on frustration level..
 

I can relate with you on that! What I observed is that the burnout can really linger if I'm so invested in the game’s story. So, taking breaks helps a lot .  

 

[Kennysplash]

I usually put it off for some days before I get back to it. By then I will be able to approach it with a fresh mindset. One thing I find hard to do is to rush through a game even though it’s stressing me out. 

[Shortie]

It depends on the severity of the burnout for me when it comes to gaming. I have been known to take a whole month or more away from video games in the past due to burnout and other times it can be a week or so. 

[Lens]

This is not uncommon. Everyone gets burned out in some ways. I make sure to take a break each time I get stuck or frustrated. So, come back with fresh ideas.