An activity done by people of all ages, regardless of gender, athletic ability, sexual orientation, or 'nerdiness'
A common misconception about gamers from non gamers is that all of them are complete nerds, with no athletic skill, social life, or love life. This statement is untrue, and in fact, most gamer do more social activities in a day than most other people. Another misconception is that gamers are either straight-A geniuses in school, or complete morons, but this is again, untrue. Gamers are just people like you, just with a different hobby. Gaming at a high level takes a serious amount of mental focus and skill.
1)Hey, wanna come over and play some Mortal Kombat X?
2)Yeah, but I have a football game in an hour, so how about at 7?
1)Cool, sounds great 2)Awesome! We'll be gaming in no time
Gaming is a hardcore sport, that takes skill, teamwork, dedication, and lots of effort. People who play video games are called "gamers". Not just anyone can be good at video games, and it takes practice and time to be good at a certain game.
NFL Pro Tom Brady: I'm not into gaming, because I have a life and have more important things to do
MLG Pro Walshy: Tom Brady is jealous that I can him in Halo 3, it's obvious I have more of a life than he does, I play video games all day.
Gamer: Mom I'm Gaming Right now! Can't you see bitch! Mom: Well after you are done "gaming" go downstairs and circumcise your father please, he needs a new pair.