Saying that roleplaying games like Dungeons and Dragons are childish is pure BALONEY. Nay, not bologna, the blue collar worker of processed lunch meats, which I’m sure some people enjoy. It’s more like pimento loaf. Everybody hates that stuff.
Saying that D&D is childish is PURE PIMENTO LOAF. Sure, my experience with D&D did begin decades ago when I was just a child, but I can unequivocally say that D&D has been a wonderful influence on my life, long into adulthood. In fact, I’d like to get more people playing D&D, so I share the following 7 reasons why you should be playing roleplaying games like D&D.
7 Reasons You Should Be Playing D&D
Because of the reasons above (and more), D&D has had a tangible benefit on my life. Rather than mere escapism, there is a benefit of the fantasy world in daily life. Not only is D&D fun to play, but it is a source of great meaning.
If I had my druthers, I’d play D&D until the cows come home. But at some point we can’t have the cows do that. Those cows need to get jobs in the big city and become self-sufficient. Grow up, cows. Quit playing games in your friends’ basements, folks say.
But I encourage you to block off a time to rearrange your kids toys in the basement to make room for a gaming table, fire up Roll20 or similar online tool, then take the step to invite that co-worker, friend, or family member to give D&D a try.
There are a lot of good reasons to do so.