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: Fighting games force players outside their comfort zones, teaching them to navigate failure and learn from it rather than retreating.

Fighting games are inherently social, designed as much for the Fighting Game Community (FGC) and esports spectators as they are for the players themselves. Fighting В» Socigames

: Much like the ancient board game of Go, professional fighting game competition has undergone a "re-aestheticization". The success and public perception of top players are tied to informal social elements and their "performativity" within the scene. : Fighting games force players outside their comfort

: The competitive nature fosters a unique form of "serious" play that facilitates deeper connections with others. The Social and Cultural Dimension Fighting В» Socigames