Exploring Player Behaviours in Video Games: Which One Are You?

In the vast universe of video games, players come in all shapes and mindsets. Whether you’re a casual player having a laugh or a hardcore gamer seeking glory, everyone’s got their own quirks. Let’s dive into the fascinating (and sometimes hilarious) world of player behaviours. Brace yourself—you might just spot your digital doppelgänger!

1. The Strategist

These players treat every game like it’s a military operation. They meticulously plan each move, analyze every stat, and often shout phrases like, “Stick to the plan!” in team chat.

While their tactics can sometimes make them the team MVP, their obsession with control can leave more laid-back players wondering, “Mate, is this chess or Mario Kart?”

2. The Chaos Enthusiast

Some players just want to watch the virtual world burn. They’re the ones who throw grenades at their own team “for the memes” or drive vehicles into walls just to see what happens.

Are they unpredictable? Yes. Are they infuriating? Absolutely. But somehow, they manage to keep things… entertaining.

3. The Looter

For these players, the real thrill isn’t beating the boss—it’s what the boss drops afterward. They’ll spend hours combing every corner for hidden treasures and will gladly risk their virtual life for a rare item.

They often leave teammates scratching their heads, muttering, “We’re in a firefight, and they’re picking flowers.”

4. The Lone Wolf

These players shun the squad and prefer to go solo, often ignoring team objectives entirely. While the rest of the team is storming the enemy base, the Lone Wolf is somewhere halfway across the map… fishing.

Do they sometimes carry the game? Yes. Do they leave you wondering if they even know you exist? Also yes.

5. The Social Butterfly

This player’s true goal isn’t victory, it’s making friends. They’ll chat, emote, and send friend requests to anyone who’ll listen. They might be terrible at the game, but they’re excellent at making you smile.

Fun fact: These players are also likely to organize in-game weddings. Yes, those exist.

6. The Rage Quitter

Ah, the Rage Quitter. A common sight in competitive games. They’re perfectly fine—until something goes wrong. Then, it’s game over, literally.

You’ll know one’s been in your game when you see a dramatic “Player X has left the match” after someone missed a headshot.

7. The Completionist

This gamer is on a mission to 100% the game, no matter how tedious or pointless the tasks might be. Collect 500 feathers? Sure. Find every invisible wall? Why not… I guess?

They don’t play games; they conquer them. And let’s be honest, we secretly admire their dedication.

8. The Troll

The Troll is here for one reason only: to mess with you. Whether it’s spamming funny messages, blocking doorways, or picking the worst possible character in ranked matches, they thrive on chaos.

Oddly enough, sometimes their antics lighten the mood… when they’re not driving you mad.

9. The Tryhard

Victory is life, and losing is not an option. These players take every match as if it’s an esports championship, even if it’s just a casual game with mates.

You’ll recognize them by their flawless reflexes, endless practice hours, and the fact they’ve got more custom keybinds than you’ve got snacks.

10. The Noob (and Proud)

Finally, we’ve got the Noob. They’re fresh to the game and probably have no clue what’s going on. They’ll walk into walls, accidentally heal the enemy, and enthusiastically ask, “How do I jump?”

But you know what? They remind us all of the joy of discovering a game for the first time—and that’s worth celebrating.

Whether you’re the meticulous Strategist, the mischievous Troll, or the happy-go-lucky Noob, every type of player brings something unique to the gaming table. At the end of the day, gaming is all about having fun, sharing laughs, and occasionally yelling at your screen.

So, which one are you? Or better yet – who do you wish you were? Let us know in the comments! Unless you’re the Rage Quitter. You probably already left.