Why do you think many women look down upon others (esp men) that enjoy gaming as a hobby?
I'm 30F and have always enjoyed video games since I was a kid. There's just so many different types and genres for everyone. I feel like I always see negative comments from women about partners that game and I have also received some judgemental comments and looks from women myself.
I get not everyone has to have the same hobbies but people don't give the same judgement for liking to read or paint.
EDIT: Some women commenting are proving my point, read through most comments the few I see from women are literally being judgemental instead of providing insight.
I definity agree with the addiction and hygiene comments. But if someone does it in moderation should not be an issue.
EDIT: Why am I asking this in a ask men sub and not women's? Because I've experienced a lot of vitriol from other women about this topic, but not men. I've also had this discussion with women before but not many men so I was curios on men's experiences. Could I have worded the question better? Yes, but was on my lunch when I posted and just posted first phrasing that came to mind. Also, women do tend to comment here regardless.
FINAL EDIT: Thanks for everyone that gave their 2 cents. This became waaaay bigger than I expected so I'm sorry that can't reply to everyone as I do want to have a life outside of reddit :) If you're someone that has an addiction to gaming, please get help and incorporate other activites into your life. Neglecting your health, partner, and/or reponsibilities is not good! If you're someone that thinks gaming is childish and only for kids, I encourage you to open your worldview and try to understand an interest that's different from what you know. You might be suprised about what you learn!