First we developed games to fill our leisure time. Something to pass the time with friends. We were so decadent that we no longer needed to spend all our time scrounging the mud for our sustenance. Then we developed regional teams for sports, so we could pay other people to play our games and be good at them. Saves effort like that, and you don't actually have to be good at anything. Now we have machines that play sports at our controls. Video games. Once again we play the game, but at the convenience of controlling where and when. Of course, now the game is physically simplified into a few button presses and joystick movements. More of a mental than a physical effort.
What's next?
Build machines to play our video games for us, of course! This way we could simulate whole matches and seasons, and keep them on tap for when we have the spare time. Make a separate artificial intelligence for each team. In split seconds the 1's and 0's clash together and it's all set up for your viewing pleasure. Just sit back and enjoy the game, it's all been done for you. Automatic sports! The newest thing in instant gratification!
Ok, you probably chuckled at that idea, but part of you knows that it could happen. Someone could make it and turn a profit. Doesn't it scare you that this joke is plausible?
Go outside and play.
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