Why are we playing games that make us work?

Inquirer.net - Oct 10, 2026

MANILA, Philippines — Games are turning chores and repetitive tasks into something players willingly return to, offering the satisfaction of cleaning a surface, stocking shelves or completing a routine without the pressure that comes with doing the same work in real life. Ask people how they like to spend a free evening, and few will

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