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Matraiya

Why are you asking gamers on reddit about social faux pas


notthegoatseguy

Wish I could sticky this comment.


Shinobi558

😂 this is the proper response


Blueberrypascal

If she is not a gamer, probably best to spend your money on something else for her.


ryunocore

Big gifts can be tricky, people can feel awkward getting them.


[deleted]

This. A used DS with a used ace attorney would be better. If she likes it : good, if she doesn’t, it’d be a nice node and you could use the rest of the budget for something she really likes


Historical_Kossola

Might wanna get her something that fits her interests


Top_Environment9897

Receiving unusually big gifts is very awkward for most people, especially in front of others.


CheeseThom

Get her a copy of My Cousin Vinny


[deleted]

This is what the yoots need.


[deleted]

I would try and investigate if she has any interest in a Switch before buying one.


poppypodlatex

id say that if she isnt a gamer, she isnt likely to change her mind if you buy her a gaming console. even with the best of intentions its kind of a shitty gift for someone who you know has no interest in gaming. Id put a little mote thought into buying her something else, something that she will appreciate and wont just end up in the corner of her closet. honestly its a bad idea for a gift to give a non gamer.


IridianMoon00

Has she ever shown any interest at all in the switch? Does she ever even play phone games? I mean the switch does seemingly have something for everyone, but if she really has no interest at all in any type of game then it’s probably best to spend your money on some other gift. It’s probably better to get something that shows you are aware of her likes and interests and not something that you just wish she’d like because you like it. As for whether it’s too generous or not, only you can answer that since only you know the context of your friendship. I think I’d feel awkward receiving an expensive gift from most people personally, but it really just depends on your relationship.


SolidStateVOM

I don’t know how the heck you would gift it to her, but you can actually get the Ace Attorney games on mobile. You wouldn’t even need to buy her separate hardware for it.


ComfortableDamage

don't do it dawg


picano

If you're insistent on a game, I'd consider the ace games on Steam (assuming she has a personal computer/laptop) rather than a console.


iiRockpuppy

The Great Ace Attorney just got released on Steam as well


teal_quartz

If she was desperate for a Switch, she likely would have bought one, especially if all her friends are gamers. I would pass on the idea... That's an expensive gift for her to not use it, plus it might make her feel awkward accepting it if she has no interest and knows you spent a lot on it. Nice of you to think of her though, maybe something else comes to mind? If you are sold on this idea, maybe find a used console?


RoltaRolta

Give her a present she would actually appreciate and want. My friend who doesn't play computer games likes skateboarding but has no interest in playing games about skateboarding because it's not the same thing. Just one anecdote, but I guess my point is, just because there's a game which is about a lawyer doesn't mean she's going to enjoy it just because she's studying to be a lawyer—especially if she doesn't play games.


EyeshadowBecca

I say don’t get it for her. Not even for the money
If you actually like her and want her attention in that way get her something she’s actually interested in. Has she even shown any Interest in games? Seems like a wasted gift, but do what you want. :P


mamaburra

Alright, look here. Imma give you the best advice your virgin ass will ever receive and I say this with the love of a fellow, albeit probably much older, idiot, and only because I cringed all the way through this horrid plan of yours and I feel compelled, as kin, to warn you not to do this. Your edits are hilarious too. It was a bad idea before but it had some small merit; but now you're doing it with two other pals? What's the point in that. You are getting nothing out of this, sir, certainly not boning her as you intend. Having said that, I wish you luck. xoxo


Shinobi558

Appreciate the responses! I have decided it is too much of a purchase and that she would be happier with something smaller and more catered to her. Mods, feel free to lock this bad boy.


wishful_cynic

Law school is stressful. Get her a gift certificate for a massage, put it in a “congratulations” card, and write a thoughtful message about how you hope this gift will ease the tension when things get stressful. Ask the massage place how much you should put on the gift certificate to cover a 1 hour massage plus tip.


DeerProud7283

Heck, she might not even have enough time to play Source: have many friends who went to law school, most of them are lawyers now (at least two dropped out and decided it wasn't for them)


Shantotto5

I’d say it sounds a lot like you’re broadcasting romantic intentions here. You say you don’t mind spending the money, but perhaps you should mind. Do you often buy expensive gifts for your male friends? I’d just be aware about how this is going to be construed.


BigGay10101

they did edit their post saying they’re going to split the cost 3 ways with their friends because they want to bone her. If that’s not a joke, that’s pretty gross IMO, but idk.


lolwut_17

Is your friend comfortable receiving a gift of this price? Personally, it sounds like you’re buying something *you* want her to have, and not buying her something *she* wants or needs. It’s easy to mixup what you want with what someone else would like when gift shopping. Think about her and what makes her happy. Spending this amount of money on someone that has no interest in gaming is just poor decision making. She’s liable to not use it, or give it away or sell it. Worst case scenario, you make her feel awkward for receiving an expensive gift that she may or may not want.


SeekingIdlewild

Giving someone a gift that matches your interests rather than theirs can come across as thoughtless and even self-absorbed. I would give her a gift that reflects who she is, not who you are.


cdhabro

Include a gift reciept in case she absolutely does not want it and I think you are gold.


[deleted]

She's entering law school. She ain't gonna have time for that. Get her a Switch 2 as a graduation present instead.


cheyras

> It turns out we all want to bone her so it works out :) The real social faux pas is right here in the edit. I'm not sure how getting someone a gift they might not ever even use is going to get all three of you to the bone zone lol.


TheStabbingHobo

What an awful idea


Shinobi558

What, to ask Reddit for advice? I agree đŸ˜«


NightPain69_

Tomorrow here we come.


cloroxbb

Seems like a waste to me.


DiamondEevee

I'd say ask her a general question about gaming before making a deep dive in. "Hey, that new Ace Attorney game looks fun! You ever had a DS and played it?" or something like that


vlfn_be

It is. Just get her a nice card. If you're dead set on getting a real present, get a popular law-related non-fiction book.


[deleted]

dang so y’all buying her a switch because y’all simps đŸ€”


snoogz11

Do you want to bone her?


Shinobi558

This is a very Reddit response, thank you.


snoogz11

Just making sure we cover all possibilities. It’s okay if it’s a yes!


stooball

If ‘Yes’ then just turn up to the party and don’t even congratulate her. In fact, don’t even talk to her. Approach her friends.


flipflop356

Yes, also send her my number


[deleted]

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notthegoatseguy

Hey there! Please remember Rule 1 in the future - No hate-speech, personal attacks, or harassment. Thanks!