Uploaded December 2025 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
What actually causes a gaming slump… and how do you escape one?
Today we’re diving into the two types of slumps every gamer eventually hits: the classic burnout slump, and the post-masterpiece slump — featuring the Unicorn Overlord crash that ruined Scott’s ability to enjoy anything else for weeks.
We break down why these slumps happen, what they do to your motivation, and the simple things you can try to snap out of them. From switching genres, to comfort games, to co-op chaos, to finally opening those pickups you bought six months ago… there are ways to get unstuck.
And yes—we even turn the slump itself into a video.
Because if we’re going to spiral, we’re at least monetizing it. 😅
Tell us in the comments: What game completely ruined the next five for YOU?Want more Rivals Rivals?
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What actually causes a gaming slump… and how do you escape one?
Today we’re diving into the two types of slumps every gamer eventually hits: the classic burnout slump, and the post-masterpiece slump — featuring the Unicorn Overlord crash that ruined Scott’s ability to enjoy anything else for weeks.
We break down why these slumps happen, what they do to your motivation, and the simple things you can try to snap out of them. From switching genres, to comfort games, to co-op chaos, to finally opening those pickups you bought six months ago… there are ways to get unstuck.
And yes—we even turn the slump itself into a video.
Because if we’re going to spiral, we’re at least monetizing it. 😅
Tell us in the comments: What game completely ruined the next five for YOU?Want more Rivals Rivals?
instagram.com/retrorivalsmoncton
facebook.com/gaming/retrorivals
https://x.com/RivalsRetro
Looking to contact us?
email: retrorivals@hotmail.com
#Moderngaming #RPG #SurvivalHorror
