A Gamer's Life (2016) User Reviews

Not as advertised

[DrCrewE · 5/10 · 12 March 2019]

There is a lot of good content in this video, but there are so many issues. The video starts off with a voiceover that "this isn't going to be a normal documentary" and unfortunately, that is the case. Supposedly, the video follows two rival gamers and how gaming affects their social lives, but that is far from the case. There are bits and pieces about these two gamers, but most of the video is crammed full of other info - cosplay, health impacts, first games played, parental limits, etc. The video is also disorganized. It may cover esports, then cut to a kid talking about why he loves gaming, then to a pro competitor talking about why s/he started gaming, then to Twitch, and back to another person and why s/he games. If you have 86 minutes and are willing to be patient for the info that is worth your time, then go for it. But be aware, this video is about a whole lot more than professional gaming. Not a bad thing, but not what is advertised.

Its Ok

[moivieFan · 5/10 · 30 May 2022]

I liked hearing the thoughts of all the people who were interviewed for a gamer's life. I was not familiar with any of the names but, that is because I don't pay attention to professionally gaming that much.

I found the documentary to be OK. It did not get me excited to be a pro video game player or even excited about video games.

One thing I did learn from A gamer's life that I did not think about before was the use of performance enhancing drugs by pro video game players. That never crossed my mind before.

GAMERS NEED BETTER REPRESENTATION

[AnimeZionist · 14 September 2018]

We live in a society that thinks this represents us games. Where the f was the weed and friendzone issues gamers deal with. Why Veronica

Absolute bullshit

[PeterRoeder · 3/10 · 18 March 2017]

Wanted to warn people against this piece of rubbish. There is some good information about gaming but there is just so much crap in this movie. If you want to make a documentary about gaming then do THAT. Don't talk crap. A lot of it is just these so-called experts talking trash that has nothing to do with gaming. What about the history of gaming? Show some more games instead of talking trash. I paid 4 dollars for this on google play and it is really not worth the money. Avoid at all costs. You can find better information online in free videos than in this trash movie. Someone actually paying for this would be interested in gaming not in irrelevant conversation.

Really informative

[eaharris-49918 · 7/10 · 9 September 2018]

I thought this was a an overall good documentary that gave you an insight and some knowledge about gamers, esports among other things. I would recommend checking this out if you have desire to do streaming or join esports.

I really liked this film

[MrBenNa · 8/10 · 9 September 2017]

I just saw this on snapchat. It made me feel like a kid again when watching their ad. At first, I was like what is this? I watched it on Hulu and sure it got slow at some parts, but overall I feel it was really cool seeing every day people with day jobs and trying to live their dreams well unleash their inner child. BOOM....

Genuinely enjoyed this movie.

[raajd · 9/10 · 7 September 2017]

Long story short, watch this documentary. It's inspiring, beautiful and truly shows the impact of making a living from doing what you love.

The characters are fascinating and interesting, and the world simply captivating, but mysterious and dangerous and well. I really enjoyed the movie and recommend you see it. :)

Great! 10/10

[webpun · 10/10 · 3 July 2017]

The shots they got are dope. I am a girl streamer and I wish it talked more about girl's roles in eSports, but it does a nice job featuring three girls that I can relate to.Stunning visuals, excellent acting. This movie is just absolutely amazing, the best I've seen all year! Please watch it, you will not be disappointed.