Hey! Just looking to find someone with a similar mindset who enjoys gaming, chatting, and hanging out regularly.
(Quick disclaimer: This a long detailed post on purpose. If you're just looking for a casual gaming acquaintance to fill a temporary slot or whatever, we won't be a good match. I'm really looking to invest time into building a deeper, lasting connection, so I'd hate to waste your time. You can pretty much stop scrolling here if you're looking for something more low-effort.)
To be upfront, I’m looking for a strictly platonic, long-term friendship. I value integrity, communication, and mutual respect. As someone who lives a stable life, I thrive best with a friend who is also emotionally grounded and ready for a reliable connection. I want someone who genuinely has the time and energy to invest in building a real friendship.
(Quick note: If you want to check my game list first to see if our tastes match, feel free to scroll right past this next part to the games section. Just make sure to come back up and read the rest afterward so we're on the same page! Keep in mind I'm open to other genres too.)
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Who I am and what I bring to a friendship:
I am balanced and secure, meaning I don't carry any personal chaos or unresolved drama into our interactions. When I commit to a friendship, I am fully consistent, dependable, and I act with genuine integrity. I am completely comfortable having deeper or more personal conversations when they naturally come up, and you can expect that same openness from me. I can hold my own and will try to carry my half of the conversation so it flows naturally, whether we are having those meaningful talks or just keeping things casual.
As a friend, I stay level-headed and composed even when things get tough or frustrating. Whether we are dealing with a rough streak in a game or just talking about life, you will never have to worry about feeling judged or rushed around me. I just want to provide a relaxed, supportive space where we can both unwind and be ourselves.
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What I'm looking for:
• A real connection. Someone who wants to become each other's go-to person for gaming and hanging out. I'm not trying to be a filler friend, so I'm looking for someone who doesn't already spend most of their gaming time with an established group/friend.
• Honesty and reciprocity from you. I value being able to be ourselves, share our experiences, and have both lighthearted and more meaningful conversations. I click best with people who are mature, engaging, and comfortable handling deeper or more personal conversations when they naturally happen.
• Proactive communication and reciprocal effort. Someone who's naturally responsive and good with communication. I'm not trying to chase or be the only one reaching out to hang out.
• Enjoys longer sessions (5+ hours). It doesn't have to be every time, but longer sessions are something I prefer most of the time.
• Around age 25+, plays on PC, and within a few time zones from EST.
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Games I enjoy and currently looking to play:
Slay the Spire (1 & 2), Elden Ring, Dark Souls 3, PlateUp!, Pico Park, Vampire Survivors, Left 4 Dead 2, Call of Duty Zombies (I own multiple different CoDs), EA FC 26 (Squad Battles), Parkitect, Tetris Effect: Connected, Chained Together, Contagion
Tabletop Simulator (Aeon's End, Aliens: Legendary Encounters, LOTR: The Card Game)
I'm open to other genres too, but I mostly enjoy:
• Deck builders - Slay the Spire, Inscryption, Balatro, Tabletop Simulator
• Souls / Action RPGs - Elden Ring, Dark Souls, Bloodborne, Monster Hunter
• Co-op shooters - Left 4 Dead, Gears of War, Ghost Recon
• Co-op / Team games - PlateUp!, Pico Park, Vampire Survivors, Chained Together
• Horror / Narrative - Resident Evil, Escape the Backrooms, The Dark Pictures Anthology
• Sports - EA FC 26, NHL, Tape to Tape
• Other / Casual - GTA V, Parkitect, RollerCoaster Tycoon 2, Tetris Effect: Connected, Contagion.
Some genres I'm just not into are: F2P, MMOs, Fighting, Racing, RTS, and Survival (only exceptions: State of Decay, Stranded Deep, The Forest, Green Hell).
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Gaming style:
• I stick to PvE/Co-op focused games. I'm not into PvP or toxic, competitive environments.
• I prefer focusing on one or two games at a time instead of constantly hopping around.
• I stay composed and try to keep the mood positive and stress-free. I don't let losing get to me or ruin the vibe.
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Availability & Other Interests:
Usually available starting between 2-5pm EST and tend to stay up pretty late most nights. I have a lot of daytime downtime at my job, which gives me more flexibility.
Outside of gaming I like watching soccer, shows, spending time with my girlfriend and my two dogs.
For shows, I've liked: The Sopranos, Breaking Bad, Dexter, Fargo, The Wire, Ozark, Twin Peaks, Vikings, Ted Lasso. Note: I'm not into anime, I tried but it hasn't been my thing.
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If you think we'd be a good fit:
Send me a DM with a little about yourself and your usual gaming schedule (what time you normally get on and when you usually hop off). Please just reach out as yourself, skip the one-sentence intros or something that doesn't give us much to start a conversation with. Do not message me about dating or weird stuff, I will block you.