Gaming the System

Part of the Game Quitters network, GTS brings you everything you need to know about video game addiction, and how people have changed their lives after overcoming it. Each week we cover a range of topics from industry news and surprise mechanics to companies fighting back against gaming disorder.

Life Advice For Gamers In Their Twenties

Episode 89 of Gaming the System, Brought to you by Game Quitters - Life Advice For Gamers In Their TwentiesBrian Mark was addicted to Runescape as a teenager. Instead of grinding away in a virtual world, he decided to quit and go all-in on his real life. Since then, he's made over $20,000,000 in sales for his online business, won fitness competitions, bought his dream car and married the love of his life.Resources:Book a Gameplan Strategy CallTake our video game addiction quizGuide to Video Game AddictionGame Quitters ForumGame Quitters DiscordHow to Quit GamingWant to find more Game Quitters?Follow us on InstagramFollow us on TwitterSubscribe on YouTubeListen to more episodes

05-10
01:12:34

I Quit MMOs and THIS Happened

Episode 88 of Gaming the System, Brought to you by Game Quitters - I Quit MMOs and THIS HappenedVideo games almost got me FIRED. In this video, this gamer shares his story of staying up too late playing fantasy video games and how they almost cost him his career. After realizing gaming was a problem, he took steps to change and turn his life around.Resources:Book a Gameplan Strategy CallTake our video game addiction quizGuide to Video Game AddictionGame Quitters ForumGame Quitters DiscordHow to Quit GamingWant to find more Game Quitters?Follow us on InstagramFollow us on TwitterSubscribe on YouTubeListen to more episodes

04-23
35:25

How I Quit My Gaming Addiction (Diablo, PoE, WoW)

Episode 87 of Gaming the System, Brought to you by Game Quitters - How I Quit My Gaming Addiction (Diablo, PoE, WoW)I was addicted to video games like Path of Exile, World of Warcraft and Diablo for more than 30 years. In this video I share my journey to stop gaming and how it affected my life.Resources:Book a Gameplan Strategy CallTake our video game addiction quizGuide to Video Game AddictionGame Quitters ForumGame Quitters DiscordHow to Quit GamingWant to find more Game Quitters?Follow us on InstagramFollow us on TwitterSubscribe on YouTubeListen to more episodes

04-02
47:41

Just Stop Gaming, and You'll Level Up

Episode 86 of Gaming the System, Brought to you by Game Quitters - Just Stop Gaming, and You'll Level UpHow I went from being a depressed gamer to a confident real life action man!Resources:Book a Gameplan Strategy CallTake our video game addiction quizGuide to Video Game AddictionGame Quitters ForumGame Quitters DiscordHow to Quit GamingWant to find more Game Quitters?Follow us on InstagramFollow us on TwitterSubscribe on YouTubeListen to more episodes

02-20
51:49

How To Reprogram Your Mind From Addiction

Episode 85 of Gaming the System, Brought to you by Game Quitters - How To Reprogram Your Mind From AddictionAddiction and nihilism almost ruined Tony's life. Here's how he turned it around.Resources:Book a Gameplan Strategy CallTake our video game addiction quizGuide to Video Game AddictionGame Quitters ForumGame Quitters DiscordHow to Quit GamingWant to find more Game Quitters?Follow us on InstagramFollow us on TwitterSubscribe on YouTubeListen to more episodes

02-19
57:35

I'll Never Play Video Games Again, Because Of THIS

Episode 84 of Gaming the System, Brought to you by Game Quitters - I'll Never Play Video Games Again, Because Of THISAfter playing video games for more than 8,132 hours, this is what it did to my life.Resources:Book a Gameplan Strategy CallTake our video game addiction quizGuide to Video Game AddictionGame Quitters ForumGame Quitters DiscordHow to Quit GamingWant to find more Game Quitters?Follow us on InstagramFollow us on TwitterSubscribe on YouTubeListen to more episodes

01-25
50:37

Why You Spend TOO Much Time on Discord

Episode 83 of Gaming the System, Brought to you by Game Quitters - Why You Spend TOO Much Time on DiscordDiscord is the most popular app for gamers and often an addiction to gaming goes hand in hand with spending too much time on Discord. In this episode we explore the reasons why.Resources:Book a Gameplan Strategy CallTake our video game addiction quizGuide to Video Game AddictionGame Quitters ForumGame Quitters DiscordHow to Quit GamingWant to find more Game Quitters?Follow us on InstagramFollow us on TwitterSubscribe on YouTubeListen to more episodes

08-16
15:41

My 10-Year Video Game Addiction: The Full Story

Episode 82 of Gaming the System, Brought to you by Game Quitters - Revealing Everything About My 10-Year Video Game AddictionThis episode is an interview I gave to Host of the Amazing Race, Phil Keoghan, revealing everything about my 10-year video game addiction and how I recovered.Resources:Book a Gameplan Strategy CallTake our video game addiction quizGuide to Video Game AddictionGame Quitters ForumGame Quitters DiscordHow to Quit GamingWant to find more Game Quitters?Follow us on InstagramFollow us on TwitterSubscribe on YouTubeListen to more episodes

08-02
53:47

The EASIEST Way to Stop Gaming

Episode 81 of Gaming the System, Brought to you by Game Quitters - The EASIEST Way To Stop GamingIn this episode we talk about the easiest way to stop gaming, bypassing common obstacles like FOMO, friends inviting you to play, new games being released and relapses.Resources:Book a Gameplan Strategy CallTake our video game addiction quizGuide to Video Game AddictionGame Quitters ForumGame Quitters DiscordHow to Quit GamingWant to find more Game Quitters?Follow us on InstagramFollow us on TwitterSubscribe on YouTubeListen to more episodes

08-01
07:29

Why Gamers Struggle with Depression

Episode 80 of Gaming the System, Brought to you by Game Quitters - Why Gamers Struggle with DepressionIn this episode we investigate the question: Do video games cause depression, or are video games just a way to cope with life?Resources:Book a Gameplan Strategy CallTake our video game addiction quizGuide to Video Game AddictionGame Quitters ForumGame Quitters DiscordHow to Quit GamingWant to find more Game Quitters?Follow us on InstagramFollow us on TwitterSubscribe on YouTubeListen to more episodes

08-01
12:52

5 Reasons Why It’s HARD To Quit Gaming

Episode 79 of Gaming the System, Brought to you by Game Quitters - 5 Reasons Why It’s HARD To Quit GamingIn this episode we discuss the 5 reasons why you can't stop gaming so much. For me, as a hardcore gamer, there was simply no amount of gaming that was ever enough. And it's because of these 5 reasons.Resources:Book a Gameplan Strategy CallTake our video game addiction quizGuide to Video Game AddictionGame Quitters ForumGame Quitters DiscordHow to Quit GamingWant to find more Game Quitters?Follow us on InstagramFollow us on TwitterSubscribe on YouTubeListen to more episodes

07-21
12:36

Why MMOs Are The Most Addictive Games

Episode 78 of Gaming the System, Brought to you by Game Quitters - Why MMOs Are The Most Addictive GamesIn this episode we discuss what makes MMO games like World of Warcraft, RuneScape and Final Fantasy 14 so addictive, especially compared to other types of games.Resources:Book a Gameplan Strategy CallTake our video game addiction quizGuide to Video Game AddictionGame Quitters ForumGame Quitters DiscordHow to Quit GamingWant to find more Game Quitters?Follow us on InstagramFollow us on TwitterSubscribe on YouTubeListen to more episodes

07-18
09:53

Experts Warn About The Dangers of A.I. (Artificial Intelligence)

Episode 77 of Gaming the System, Brought to you by Game Quitters - Experts Warn About The Dangers of A.I. (Artificial Intelligence)In this episode we discuss why experts are warning about the rapid expansion of AI technology and what we need to do as a society before it's too late.Resources:Book a Gameplan Strategy CallTake our video game addiction quizGuide to Video Game AddictionGame Quitters ForumGame Quitters DiscordHow to Quit GamingWant to find more Game Quitters?Follow us on InstagramFollow us on TwitterSubscribe on YouTubeListen to more episodes

07-14
09:34

How Video Games Are Designed to be Addictive

Episode 76 of Gaming the System, Brought to you by Game Quitters - The Addictive Game Design FormulaIn this episode we share the secret formula video game companies use to design addictive games.Resources:Book a Gameplan Strategy CallTake our video game addiction quizGuide to Video Game AddictionGame Quitters ForumGame Quitters DiscordHow to Quit GamingWant to find more Game Quitters?Follow us on InstagramFollow us on TwitterSubscribe on YouTubeListen to more episodes

06-29
14:34

Discord Is NOT Safe (Hidden Dangers)

Episode 75 of Gaming the System, Brought to you by Game Quitters - Discord is NOT Safe (Hidden Dangers)In this episode we discuss the hidden dangers of Discord, the lesser known side, the dark and dangerous side... along with tips to keep yourself or your family safe.Resources:Book a Gameplan Strategy CallTake our video game addiction quizGuide to Video Game AddictionGame Quitters ForumGame Quitters DiscordHow to Quit GamingWant to find more Game Quitters?Follow us on InstagramFollow us on TwitterSubscribe on YouTubeListen to more episodes

06-26
11:04

How I Quit My $50,000 Mobile Gaming Addiction

Episode 74 of Gaming the System, Brought to you by Game Quitters - How This Mobile Game Cost Me $50,000Abby started playing a mobile game to pass time while her mom was in the hospital for chemotherapy. A few years later, her addiction to a pay-to-win game cost her over $50,000.Resources:Book a Gameplan Strategy CallTake our video game addiction quizGuide to Video Game AddictionGame Quitters ForumGame Quitters DiscordHow to Quit GamingWant to find more Game Quitters?Follow us on InstagramFollow us on TwitterSubscribe on YouTubeListen to more episodes

06-21
33:39

What Social Media Does to Your Brain

Episode 73 of Gaming the System, Brought to you by Game Quitters - What Social Media Does to Your BrainSocial media can have a detrimental affect on your brain. Here's why and what to do about it.Resources: Book a Gameplan Strategy Call Take our video game addiction quiz Guide to Video Game Addiction Game Quitters Forum Game Quitters Discord How to Quit Gaming Want to find more Game Quitters? Follow us on Instagram Follow us on Twitter Subscribe on YouTube Listen to more episodes

06-19
14:17

9 Signs You Are Addicted to Gaming

Episode 72 of Gaming the System, Brought to you by Game Quitters - 9 Signs You Are Addicted to GamingHow do you know if you are addicted to video games? Well in this episode we talk about the 9 warning signs you need to pay attention to.Resources: Book a Gameplan Strategy Call Take our video game addiction quiz Guide to Video Game Addiction Game Quitters Forum Game Quitters Discord How to Quit Gaming Want to find more Game Quitters? Follow us on Instagram Follow us on Twitter Subscribe on YouTube Listen to more episodes

06-17
14:55

Parents Combating Gaming Addiction - Kate Hook Interview

Episode 71 of Gaming the System, Brought to you by Game Quitters - Parents Combating Gaming Addiction - Kate Hook InterviewKate Hook was concerned about her son's screen time during the summer so she rallied parents in her community together to help combat it.Resources: Book a Gameplan Strategy Call Take our video game addiction quiz Guide to Video Game Addiction Game Quitters Forum Game Quitters Discord How to Quit Gaming Want to find more Game Quitters? Follow us on Instagram Follow us on Twitter Subscribe on YouTube Listen to more episodes

06-16
13:54

How Caleb Quit Gaming After Trying for 6 Years!

Episode 70 of Gaming the System, Brought to you by Game Quitters - How Caleb Quit Gaming After Trying for 6 Years!Caleb has successfully quit gaming for 94 days and counting, after struggling to do so for over 6 years. In this interview he shares what helped him finally break free!In this episode we cover: What life was like for Caleb before Game Quitters How life has changed after 94 days off games Caleb's advice for others How to get help for your gaming problem Resources: Book a Gameplan Strategy Call Take our video game addiction quiz Guide to Video Game Addiction Game Quitters Forum Game Quitters Discord How to Quit Gaming Want to find more Game Quitters? Follow us on Instagram Follow us on Twitter Subscribe on YouTube Listen to more episodes

05-07
17:13

AJB

Jay is for sure on something. Sluring his words and sharing some advice that's just.....beyond basic.

11-09 Reply

AJB

As a therapist who specializes in treating Tech Addictions, I am constantly looking for media that my clients can relate to as they begin their recovery journey. This podcast is so, so very valuable as a source of inspiration, knowledge and validation. Thank you for this wonderful podcast and keep up the good work! -Alex Basche

01-20 Reply

Toad

I really liked the podcast, sad that it isnt updated so much!

02-17 Reply

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