makingmusic476 on 03 May 2008
I wouldn't say hardcore gamers are those that simply play a lot. I know plenty of people that stay actively informed of the gaming world around them, but simply have little time to actually play games anymore. While they may not play very often, they are certainly hardcore.
The 15 year old that plays GTA all day because he has nothing else to do would be considered hardcore by your definition, when he is really just a casual with no life.
Hardcore gamers are hobbyists, really. They keep actively informed about (and quite often actively discuss) an activity that they enjoy.
