The 10 Most Addictive Games You’ll Regret Starting
1. Civilization VI
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Why it’s addictive: The “just one more turn” trap is real.
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Regret: Suddenly it’s 4 AM and your empire is still under siege.
2. Stardew Valley
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Why it’s addictive: Farming, fishing, dating—it’s a cozy life loop.
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Regret: You’ll care more about digital crops than real responsibilities.
3. The Sims Series
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Why it’s addictive: Build homes, control lives, and play god.
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Regret: You spend hours managing virtual people while neglecting real ones.
4. Minecraft
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Why it’s addictive: Limitless creativity and survival mechanics.
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Regret: You’ll dig a tunnel to nowhere for five hours straight.
5. World of Warcraft
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Why it’s addictive: Endless quests, raids, and social interaction.
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Regret: It can consume your social life—and possibly your wallet.
6. Genshin Impact
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Why it’s addictive: Gacha mechanics mixed with gorgeous open-world RPG.
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Regret: It’s free… until the five-star character addiction kicks in.
7. Candy Crush Saga
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Why it’s addictive: Quick dopamine hits and colorful puzzles.
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Regret: You start on the bus, but somehow play for months.
8. League of Legends
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Why it’s addictive: Competitive, fast-paced, and team-driven.
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Regret: One more match turns into ten—and maybe some rage.
9. Elden Ring
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Why it’s addictive: Massive world, brutal challenge, constant rewards.
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Regret: You’ll die a thousand times, but love every second.
10. Fortnite
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Why it’s addictive: Constant updates, skins, and battle royale thrills.
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Regret: You join for fun and stay trapped in the loop forever.