Video gaming binges cost man his first love

The Rev · 09-03-2010, 03:34 PM

Video gaming binges cost man his first love - Plugged In - Yahoo! Games

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By Contel Bradford, Associated Content

Boys will be boys, and if you ask avid gamers, most will tell you that a little video game addiction never hurt anyone. Some may think otherwise after reading the story of Southfield, MI.'s Justin Copeland.

"I thought she was kidding," says Copeland, "but she really did it ...she left me."

Copeland says that his high school sweetheart and first true love had warned him that his video gaming addiction was getting out of hand, particularly when "Doom" entered their home. Originally released by id Software in 1993, this gory computer classic is often credited for revolutionizing the genre of first-person shooter games.

"I got ahold of the old game, and it just brought back so many memories," Copeland explains. "After playing the game, I decided to do some research online and found out there was much more to 'Doom' than I ever knew."

Copeland says he discovered the world of "Doom" WADs, fan-made spin-offs based on the engine of the original games. WADs give players access to new levels, weapons, monsters and several other elements that enhance the "Doom" experience. Unfortunately, they also played a huge role in separating a young couple.

"My basement has been packed ever since I started downloading WADs," Copeland admits. "We started running Doomathons, usually beginning Friday afternoon and lasting until Sunday at about two in the morning. It can get crazy down there ... lots of arguing, expletives and yelling at the computer screen."

According to Copeland, slacking on chores and bathing and not spending quality time with his girlfriend as a result of being glued to the monitor were among the factors that attributed to the breakup. He reveals that his longtime girlfriend was especially irate after learning that he had called in sick to work just to complete a few new levels. However, Copeland says that bailing out on a concert date was the straw that broke the camel's back.

"I think that's what did it," he says. "She'd been looking forward to that Backstreet Boys concert forever, and instead of following through on my word, I made her go with a friend while me and my buds went crazy with our Doomathon in the basement. Had to work the next day, get home from the job, and I immediately notice some furniture missing and a 'Dear John' note on top of the TV."

Although the couple has yet to make amends, Copeland is hopeful that the two will be able to work things out.

"I'm hoping it's just a phase," he says. "We've been together for over five years, and I'd like to think a stupid game wouldn't come between us. I'm still waiting for her to return my call so we can go out and talk or something, but in the meantime, I have more than enough WADs to keep me busy."

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The Rev · 09-03-2010, 04:02 PM

I've had a recurring dream that Kristie Yamaguchi will kill me in this way, actually.

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Über King · 09-04-2010, 12:31 PM

someones been hunting for pics on rapeboard

Cerpin Taxt · 09-04-2010, 12:52 PM

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Originally Posted by Snowmayne

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The Rev · 09-04-2010, 04:01 PM

Looks like that melon is screaming it's last gasp, before ejecting it's very life essence. Oh, the senseless tragedy...

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Grieves · 09-04-2010, 04:04 PM

I love the pile of carcusi... thats alotta lul wut?

aft3rsh0kk · 09-05-2010, 06:43 PM

yes but imagine being locked in those thighs...my girls to skinny, she needs some muscles like that

Kompressor · 09-05-2010, 06:51 PM

Oh the fruitality!

Mikey · 09-05-2010, 07:26 PM

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Originally Posted by Snowmayne

how considerate of her to have put a tarp down

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The Rev Clear Light Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: In my head, somewhere. Posts: 17,864 Thanks: 5,015 Thanked 5,419 Times in 2,864 Posts	Looks like that melon is screaming it's last gasp, before ejecting it's very life essence. Oh, the senseless tragedy... The Rev __________________ Budforce - My Friend August 29, 1973- May 25, 2012

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