That’s how people do it at these AA type meetings isn’t it? Maddsy pointed this out to me on Yahoo, and I have to admit that I can translate to some of these bullet points 
If you recognise any or all of these telltale giveaways, it could be time to admit that computer games have got a hold on you. Have you considered knitting instead?
More and more people are enjoying computer and videogames lately, and it’s no longer just the kids to blame for putting ‘FIFA’ or ‘Grand Theft Auto’ at the top of the weekly charts. Unlike television or even boxed-set DVD collections however, games have a way of getting under your skin.
To help you identify whether or not you have a potential problem, we’ve compiled a list of the most common side effects of a gaming passion gone too far, by asking other people of course.
1. You can survive on Cola for 24 hours after a new purchase
The thrill of the new combined with fight or flight excitement means that solids are not essential2. You wear the same haircut as your favourite game hero
This is sheer coincidence. You were always planning to sport a 3 ft tall crew-cut like Colonel Guile3. You think you could actually be your favourite game hero
Suddenly you are considering joining the TA or practicing the art of Kung Fu… or managing a farm4. You anticipate a new game more than you eventually play it
Only 18-months to wait for the sequel to the biggest game of 2010, and you’ve already pre-ordered5. You buy the official guide only to admire the pictures for a week
Player guides seldom become your secret weapon against friends, but at least they look very nice6. Game rage! Like road rage but your partner walks in front of the TV
You are approaching the final bend or facing your nemesis when suddenly ‘Check out my new shoes’7. You own several tee-shirts with esoteric game slogans or signs
While out drinking with friends you secretly hope that a t-shirt that says ‘Me > Evil’ makes you look cool8. Constantly refresh browser window checking for new casual games
Your other coffee-break games are ticking away nicely, now you seek to fall in love all over again9. Lately you’ve been having nightmares about 7 ft soldiers
The last thing you saw before crawling to bed was a bunch of blokes standing over your lifeless virtual body10. 4.00am is a good time to call it a night. Unless it’s the weekend
One more try before 11pm, this is a school night. One more try before 12pm, this is a school night…
Geek!! x