Thread: Would you say lucid dreaming is better than video games?

It depends, if you're having them often enough, then of course they would be better. But if they're very infrequent, at least you can always play video games.

Originally Posted by Minus

It depends, if you're having them often enough, then of course they would be better. But if they're very infrequent, at least you can always play video games.

True. And you know it will be as good as the last time you played it.

Hehe, love the poll so far.

It's way better, since it's pretty much like virtual reality, only better. Like reality, only no (long-term) consequences! xD

I'm sorry but, I don't see the possibility for an argument for "no".

Games are restricted with what you can actually do.
Games are un-realistic.
Games cost money.
Games require you to get used to controls.
Games only include 2 senses (in general).
Games have borders, there is only so far you can go.

Dreams are the exact opposite of that.

Originally Posted by slash112

I'm sorry but, I don't see the possibility for an argument for "no".

Games are restricted with what you can actually do.
Games are un-realistic.
Games cost money.
Games require you to get used to controls.
Games only include 2 senses (in general).
Games have borders, there is only so far you can go.

Dreams are the exact opposite of that.

Wow, awesome, and deserves repeating.

I think LDs are better than any other formof entertainment. hands down. There are limitless possiblities in dreams. The only sad part about LDing, is no one else can experience it with you.

Well, they are working on technology that would allow people to actually tune in and watch your dreams, seeing them as you see them. So maybe in a sense, other people can share the experience in the future.

Very true. Consequences... I need to try and get that into my mind - everytime I commit a crime (in a dream) a police car will appear. I often have to change my appearence to get away which can be hard sometimes. I have been a very logical person all my life, but now I need to release that at night!

Games require you to get used to controls.

Lucid dreams require lots of pratice too. Once you manage to attain one, you have to then gain control of a dream which can be hard at first.

Originally Posted by Naiya

Well, they are working on technology that would allow people to actually tune in and watch your dreams, seeing them as you see them. So maybe in a sense, other people can share the experience in the future.

That would be way awesome! I Think it might get embaressing at times though >.> dont know how often i would use it. I imagine that techonolgy would be great to help people get over nightmares.

And I dont want to turn this into a debate, but personally i dont believe in shared dreaming. I beleive dreaming takes place in your head, and no one elses. haha

Does anyone dare to disagree with "yes" to the answer to the poll?

i dont think so. if they did, they would have a mob of angry dreamers questioning them. haha

I once told a hardcore gamer that Lucid Dreaming is better than video games. He looked at me as if I just pissed on his future children.

I had an idea today about "Lucid Gaming" in which someone would make a predetermined game. They would create the setting, characters, conflict, weapons, ect. and everyone else could use that in their own lucids, and tweak it for maximum fun. Idk, kinda sounds lame when I type it out like that, but... meh.

I think it's a pretty good idea as long as they really think about this game first so as not too waste a lucid dream.

Lucid dreams are 110% better than video games, in games can you fly to the moon while kissing the girl of your dreams? Can you summon up a batch of exploding muffins? Point proven.

Originally Posted by Mistoballin

Lucid dreams are 110% better than video games, in games can you fly to the moon while kissing the girl of your dreams? Can you summon up a batch of exploding muffins? Point proven.

EXPLODING MUFFINS!
Tip: Dont except food from dreamers.