[...guide authors approach games with the mindset of a medical examiner. They do not play games so much as dissect them, which erodes enjoyment of the hobby they like best. Rarely can authors “just enjoy the game;” instead they must “stop every 20 seconds to write something.” ...] Is this really the case? I would rather believe that the writers are gamers too. It's quite common for gamers to play a [fun] game through…
Yeah I think it's a bit unfair too. Taking things apart to learn how they work is fun, it's part of the hacker mindset. I view FAQ and walkthrough creation the same way. Teaching is also the best way to learn or retain knowledge, and the process helps you get to know and appreciate a game you already enjoy. I've never done that but I've played many games where I spent more time outside the game thinking and plotting…
> I spent more time outside the game thinking and plotting and planning than I do actually playing the game
So you support the article's statements.