There’s something oddly satisfying about watching high-level players in gacha games. Their consistency, their perfectly built characters, their flawless rotations—it’s inspiring. And honestly, I often find myself wishing I could be like that too. But I’ve come to accept something about myself: I’m just not built for the long haul when it comes to gacha games.

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TLDR

I’ve always admired high-level gacha players, but I’ve realized I just can’t stay consistent—I get bored after a month or two, even with games I really enjoy. The grind-heavy systems, repetitive gameplay, and long waits for meaningful rewards often wear me down, even though I understand why they exist. That said, I still chase the thrill of pulling a great character, and right now, Wuthering Waves feels refreshingly fair in its progression. Maybe this time, it’ll be different.

The Boredom Hits Before the Burnout

The main issue? I get bored. Not instantly, but reliably—usually after a month or two. If the game really clicks with me, I might stretch that to three months. But then, that creeping feeling starts. I log in less. I miss a few dailies. And eventually, I just stop playing altogether.

It’s not that the games are bad. In fact, I usually love the world, the characters, and the early sense of progression. But the moment-to-moment gameplay starts to feel repetitive. And in gacha games, that’s a dangerous thing—because consistency is everything.

Grinding Isn’t Just a Nuisance—It’s the Game

Gacha games thrive on repetition. To make your characters stronger, you usually need to pull multiple copies of them. That means more grinding, more time, and more saving (or spending) of premium currencies. And for someone like me, the grind isn’t always rewarding. Sometimes it just feels like… work.

I get why it’s designed this way. Gacha systems are, at their core, a business model. Developers need to generate revenue to keep the game alive and bring in new content. While I wish more of it came from cosmetics rather than progression, I understand the choice. It works—just not always for me.

The Highs Still Hit Hard

Despite everything, when I do get the character I want, it lights a fire in me again. That rush of dopamine, the excitement of testing out new abilities, the sense that maybe, this time I’ll stick around longer—it’s real. If I’m happy with my pull, I feel energized. But if I regret it, the falloff is fast.

Where I Am Right Now

Right now, my go-to gacha game is Wuthering Waves. I’ve been enjoying it a lot more than I expected. One thing I appreciate is how questing and various activities give me astrites (the premium currency). I’m still around Union Level 45, so I haven’t touched any tower or dungeon grinds yet—but I like that the progression doesn’t feel too punishing so far. It feels… fair. And that’s rare.

Looking Back At The Games That Lost Me

I used to play a ton of Marvel Future Fight. I even had a few Tier 4 characters, which was a grind in itself. But over time, the game began to feel stale. New characters kept getting added (which is great!), but the lack of meaningful story content made the whole thing feel hollow. You were grinding just to grind.

Then there was Zenless Zone Zero. Gorgeous visuals, slick urban vibe, and combat that felt great. But the puzzle mechanics, a core part of the game, ended up being more tedious than fun for me. I dropped off pretty fast. Maybe ANANTA will strike a better balance for me.

Still Finding That Spark

Even though I bounce off gacha games more often than not, I don’t think that’s a failure on my part—or the games’. Everyone engages with games differently. I’ve just learned to embrace the time I do spend with them and enjoy the highs while they last.

Who knows? Maybe Wuthering Waves will be the one that keeps me hooked.

What about you? Have you ever felt the same way about gacha games? Leave a comment below—I’d love to hear your thoughts.