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Title: Fortnite - is it getting out of control?
Post by: tacobender on August 20, 2018, 04:59:13 PM
My stepson is 13 gonna be 14 but this shit is getting out of control .  It’s starting to affect his life he can’t handle his game system being taken away I know part of the reason is coping mechanism from losing his real father year and a half ago .  But on a real subject I am ready to whip his ass just to sticky situation being CPS getting involved and or cops how would you guys handle this? Serious question .
Title: Re: Fortnite
Post by: Zillotch on August 20, 2018, 05:08:45 PM
teens often kill their parents 4 taking video games away. food 4 thought
Title: Re: Fortnite
Post by: Parker on August 20, 2018, 05:12:35 PM
My stepson is 13 gonna be 14 but this shit is getting out of control .  It’s starting to affect his life he can’t handle his game system being taken away I know part of the reason is coping mechanism from losing his real father year and a half ago .  But on a real subject I am ready to whip his ass just to sticky situation being CPS getting involved and or cops how would you guys handle this? Serious question .
Did you tell him that there is place called “outside”? And did you tell him of these beings called “girls”?
Title: Re: Fortnite
Post by: robcguns on August 20, 2018, 05:39:25 PM
My daughter plays it like crazy but she is not at the point you mention yet.Its getting there though.So as of a week ago she gets 1 hour per day on phone and that’s that.
Title: Re: Fortnite
Post by: dan18 on August 20, 2018, 05:52:35 PM
My daughter plays it like crazy but she is not at the point you mention yet.Its getting there though.So as of a week ago she gets 1 hour per day on phone and that’s that.
correct limit there time my boys played 1 to 2 hours during school weeks after work was done grades slip no games ...but when youre a step parent of a 13 year old its hard because you didnt put in the ground work from the get go
Title: Re: Fortnite
Post by: Tennisballz on August 20, 2018, 05:58:22 PM
Establish fair and reasonable boundaries and then stick to them.  X amount of time means X amount of time, no exceptions.  You don't have to be mean but you have to teach them about rules.  A lot of teens think rules are just glorified guidelines that don't really have to be followed.  Sit down and brainstorm some ideas for activities your kid can do other than video games.  Suggest some of them to see if they spark any interest.  If your kid wants to be an ass and mope around all day or sit there like a schmuck because he doesn't have his game, well that's his choice.  But once you establish rules, stick to them.
Title: Re: Fortnite
Post by: Pray_4_War on August 20, 2018, 05:59:08 PM
It would be interesting to know what Mom says about all this.

If it was my kid I'd consider talking to the kid and agreeing upon  pre-determined times that he can be on it.  Explain to him that it isn't good for his mind and that he needs to be aware of that and regualte the amount of time he's playing.  If he's flipping out when you take it away then cite that as evidence that there is a problem.  Spend some time with him outside if you can.  If he refuses to cooperate after you try to reason with him, then it might be time for "because I said so".  Make sure you and his mom are on the same page.

.........that is, unless you've done all of this stuff already.
Title: Re: Fortnite
Post by: Grape Ape on August 20, 2018, 08:11:33 PM
Great game.

Play a couple times a day.
Title: Re: Fortnite
Post by: Earl1972 on August 20, 2018, 08:15:02 PM
Great game.

Play a couple times a day.

you still play kinect?

i just play friday the 13th and dead by daylight these days

E
Title: Re: Fortnite
Post by: tres_taco_combo on August 20, 2018, 08:17:56 PM
what is the deal with the fortnite dances?
Title: Re: Fortnite
Post by: tacobender on August 20, 2018, 08:58:52 PM
It would be interesting to know what Mom says about all this.

If it was my kid I'd consider talking to the kid and agreeing upon  pre-determined times that he can be on it.  Explain to him that it isn't good for his mind and that he needs to be aware of that and regualte the amount of time he's playing.  If he's flipping out when you take it away then cite that as evidence that there is a problem.  Spend some time with him outside if you can.  If he refuses to cooperate after you try to reason with him, then it might be time for "because I said so".  Make sure you and his mom are on the same page.

.........that is, unless you've done all of this stuff already.

His mom has done that he acts like a dick she takes it away then he does what he’s supposed to, Then once he gets back on it he’s the same asshole again trust me I’m getting to that point and as far as kids killing their parents for taking the games I have a lock on my door Requires a key out for him early on purpose just when we leave town nobody can go in and I have a 9 mm under my mattress locked up he is a good kid he’s been through a lot of shit with his dad and parents separating and losing his dad to suicide when I get upset and start yelling at him he respects me and stops he doesn’t listen to his mom but I’m getting ready to put them up into his ass. requires a key for him or near purpose just when we leave town nobody can go in and I have a 9 mm under my mattress locked up he is a good kid he’s been through a lot of shit with his dad and parents separating and losing his dad to suicide when I get upset and start yelling at him he respects me and stops he doesn’t listen to his mom but I’m getting ready to put them up into his ass
Title: Re: Fortnite
Post by: Grape Ape on August 20, 2018, 09:14:18 PM
you still play kinect?

i just play friday the 13th and dead by daylight these days

E

nah, the kinnect is disconnected.

play fortnite since it's a easy to play a few quick games, and forget about it.......lots of fun too.
Title: Re: Fortnite
Post by: Coach is Back! on August 20, 2018, 09:21:05 PM
My stepson is 13 gonna be 14 but this shit is getting out of control .  It’s starting to affect his life he can’t handle his game system being taken away I know part of the reason is coping mechanism from losing his real father year and a half ago .  But on a real subject I am ready to whip his ass just to sticky situation being CPS getting involved and or cops how would you guys handle this? Serious question .

This is huge distraction with my HS athletes (at the school where I coach). It really does affect their lives with dropping grades, late for morning lift, etc.
Title: Re: Fortnite
Post by: Pray_4_War on August 20, 2018, 10:38:27 PM
His mom has done that he acts like a dick she takes it away then he does what he’s supposed to, Then once he gets back on it he’s the same asshole again trust me I’m getting to that point and as far as kids killing their parents for taking the games I have a lock on my door Requires a key out for him early on purpose just when we leave town nobody can go in and I have a 9 mm under my mattress locked up he is a good kid he’s been through a lot of shit with his dad and parents separating and losing his dad to suicide when I get upset and start yelling at him he respects me and stops he doesn’t listen to his mom but I’m getting ready to put them up into his ass.

Are you setting a good example for him as a man?   Have you tried talking to him with love and compassion?  Have you been able to get him to talk about his feelings at all?

I'm not suggesting you haven't done all this and I'm not saying I have all the answers.  All I know is that when I was helping to raise a troubled young man I was firm with him and provided a lot of structure but I tried to always do it in a calm manner.  I tried to make sure he understood that I loved him and I understood why he was acting out.......but all the while making clear that I don't take any shit.  It's not easy and I made mistakes along the way but it worked really well.  He's made a lot of progress and ever since we have been thick as thieves.  A deceased, dysfunctional or absent father will turn a young man's life into chaos.  That's exactly what my Godson was going through.  Real dad is in prison.

It's a very difficult job and it takes time to reign them in.  I'm sure you know all this already, I'm just saying whatever I can think of that might be of some kind of help.
Title: Re: Fortnite
Post by: IroNat on August 21, 2018, 03:51:19 AM
This a tough since you are the step-dad.

Maybe a discussion could set aside time allotted for study, physical activity, and fortnite.

Tell him you just want him to also take care of these other areas for his well-being.

Title: Re: Fortnite
Post by: spiro on August 21, 2018, 04:29:11 AM
Take him to the gym with you!
Title: Re: Fortnite
Post by: Rambone on August 21, 2018, 05:34:00 AM
I’m glad these weren’t around when I was a kid. I played a ton of games from Atari-PS2 but never to the point where it was ruining my life. If technology was like this during my early years, I probably woould’ve been fucked. Dopamine blue light zombies of peace
Title: Re: Fortnite
Post by: kreator on August 21, 2018, 05:58:15 AM
Why bother with someone elses kid?
Title: Re: Fortnite
Post by: HTexan on August 21, 2018, 06:18:50 AM
My stepson is 13 gonna be 14 but this shit is getting out of control .  It’s starting to affect his life he can’t handle his game system being taken away I know part of the reason is coping mechanism from losing his real father year and a half ago .  But on a real subject I am ready to whip his ass just to sticky situation being CPS getting involved and or cops how would you guys handle this? Serious question .
Define "can't handle"? Most kids don't like being punished. But if he really can't handle it, it sounds like he has some other issues. I think it would be helpful if he talks to someone.
Title: Re: Fortnite
Post by: Fortress on August 21, 2018, 06:47:34 AM
“Stepson”

Cuck-a-mania

Who cares what the kid does. He’ll never respect you and only bring annoyance and misery to your cucked life.

Use his face as target practice for your fist cannons. At least make use of his presence.
Title: Re: Fortnite
Post by: 2ND COMING on August 21, 2018, 07:19:55 AM
My stepson is 13 gonna be 14 but this shit is getting out of control .  It’s starting to affect his life he can’t handle his game system being taken away I know part of the reason is coping mechanism from losing his real father year and a half ago .  But on a real subject I am ready to whip his ass just to sticky situation being CPS getting involved and or cops how would you guys handle this? Serious question .
Don't put your hands on the brat, literally anything but that.
Title: Re: Fortnite
Post by: 2ND COMING on August 21, 2018, 07:21:06 AM
Use his face as target practice for your fist cannons. At least make use of his presence.
This is disappointing, even for you.  :-\
Title: Re: Fortnite
Post by: Grape Ape on August 21, 2018, 07:39:27 AM
Don't put your hands on the brat, literally anything but that.

You'd think this would be common sense.
Title: Re: Fortnite
Post by: Zillotch on August 21, 2018, 07:57:31 AM
“Stepson”

Cuck-a-mania

Who cares what the kid does. He’ll never respect you and only bring annoyance and misery to your cucked life.

Use his face as target practice for your fist cannons. At least make use of his presence.

lmfao... brutal
Title: Re: Fortnite
Post by: Rascal full on August 21, 2018, 09:40:32 AM
“Stepson”

Cuck-a-mania

Who cares what the kid does. He’ll never respect you and only bring annoyance and misery to your cucked life.

Use his face as target practice for your fist cannons. At least make use of his presence.

What a load of crap! Don't listen to this venomous rubbish you are a proper man for taking on this child. You have stepped to the plate so play it fully, you are his example now and that's it so make the best of it.

As for the game, what is so good about it? Looks like any other game to me would like to understand the appeal.
Title: Re: Fortnite
Post by: Fortress on August 21, 2018, 09:53:40 AM
What a load of crap! Don't listen to this venomous rubbish you are a proper man for taking on this child. You have stepped to the plate so play it fully, you are his example now and that's it so make the best of it.

As for the game, what is so good about it? Looks like any other game to me would like to understand the appeal.

In a few years when the kid crushes your face in a drunken rage ... and his mother then ditches you for some new-and-improved cuckmaster ... don’t come crying to Daddy Fortress.
Title: Re: Fortnite
Post by: LurkerNoMore on August 21, 2018, 09:55:15 AM
Master all the Fortnite dances.    Steal his social media password, log in and upload videos of yourself busting those dance steps before violently shagging his mom.

Little fucker will be scared of technology for the rest of his life.
Title: Re: Fortnite
Post by: Parker on August 21, 2018, 09:57:10 AM
Start a project together (project car, motorcycle, etc). Or have him learn guitar, piano, make beats, get involved in sports, martial arts.
Title: Re: Fortnite
Post by: Fortress on August 21, 2018, 10:03:33 AM
Start a project together (project car, motorcycle, etc). Or have him learn guitar, piano, make beats, get involved in sports, martial arts.

You’re gay.

Hope this helps.
Title: Re: Fortnite
Post by: Henda on August 21, 2018, 10:12:00 AM
Been there mesel mate with wor lasses laddie, I mostly just stay out of it and would advise you do as it just antagonises things further, just ride it out and hope that the time for him to move out come around soon, you will never win and always be the bad guy in your lasses eyes regardless of you are in the right or not.
Till they are a legal adult then all this goes right out the window haha
Title: Re: Fortnite
Post by: Parker on August 21, 2018, 10:27:49 AM
You’re gay.

Hope this helps.
And you lacked a father figure. Because this is what many fathers do.
At the crucial age of 13-14, the kid will be trying to figure out what do as a teen, as well as being in middle school or getting ready to go into high school. A lot of teenage angst to try and fit in, or wasting time playing video games. And what do teens eat while playing video games? Junk food, that’s high in sodium and carbs.

Getting him to help with a project helps with bonding of both son and step father, and helps him develop a hobby that he can make his own in life. As well as giving him something that he can define himself with, and helps with self esteem. Martial arts can help with bullies. Sports can help with popularity, and so can learning guitar, being in a band, or any of the various arts.

Or be a miserable person like you. Complaining about your own country, yet lack the stones to do anything about it.
Title: Re: Fortnite
Post by: LurkerNoMore on August 21, 2018, 10:36:41 AM
FFS just start playing Fortnite with him.  Once you can whip his ass in it with ease, he will abandon it.
Title: Re: Fortnite
Post by: Fortress on August 21, 2018, 11:35:47 AM
And you lacked a father figure. Because this is what many fathers do.
At the crucial age of 13-14, the kid will be trying to figure out what do as a teen, as well as being in middle school or getting ready to go into high school. A lot of teenage angst to try and fit in, or wasting time playing video games. And what do teens eat while playing video games? Junk food, that’s high in sodium and carbs.

Getting him to help with a project helps with bonding of both son and step father, and helps him develop a hobby that he can make his own in life. As well as giving him something that he can define himself with, and helps with self esteem. Martial arts can help with bullies. Sports can help with popularity, and so can learning guitar, being in a band, or any of the various arts.

Or be a miserable person like you. Complaining about your own country, yet lack the stones to do anything about it.

Nice try, Gomer.
Title: Re: Fortnite
Post by: Chadwick The Beta on August 21, 2018, 11:43:33 AM
“Stepson”

Cuck-a-mania

Who cares what the kid does. He’ll never respect you and only bring annoyance and misery to your cucked life.

Use his face as target practice for your fist cannons. At least make use of his presence.

QFT

Fortnite earned over $300M in April alone ... instead of taking it from the kid, lock him in the room with it until he creates the next great game
Title: Re: Fortnite
Post by: HTexan on August 21, 2018, 11:54:38 AM
QFT

Fortnite earned over $300M in April alone ... instead of taking it from the kid, lock him in the room with it until he creates the next great game
playing games != coding games. There is a difference.
Title: Re: Fortnite
Post by: Chadwick The Beta on August 21, 2018, 12:00:18 PM
playing games != coding games. There is a difference.


Of course there is.  That is why there is a lock on the door.
Title: Re: Fortnite
Post by: kreator on August 21, 2018, 12:26:01 PM
Deep down no man really wants to take care of somebody elses children. He knows he’ll never be the the real dad and the kid will never be his. It’s still a great thing helping another human out but it wil never be the way it could. And yes it is a sign of being a cuck even though the man in the case has good intentions and probably isn’t a bad person. Look up some videos on Youtube of experts on relationships and datinng why dating a single mom is usually a bad idea. Good luck though
Title: Re: Fortnite
Post by: Fortress on August 21, 2018, 12:44:25 PM
Deep down no man really wants to take care of somebody elses children. He knows he’ll never be the the real dad and the kid will never be his. It’s still a great thing helping another human out but it wil never be the way it could. And yes it is a sign of being a cuck even though the man in the case has good intentions and probably isn’t a bad person. Look up some videos on Youtube of experts on relationships and datinng why dating a single mom is usually a bad idea. Good luck though

Exactly. I’m making fun, but the truth is, it’s almost always a bad idea to take on another man’s duty as father.

Title: Re: Fortnite
Post by: tacobender on August 21, 2018, 01:17:08 PM
Deep down no man really wants to take care of somebody elses children. He knows he’ll never be the the real dad and the kid will never be his. It’s still a great thing helping another human out but it wil never be the way it could. And yes it is a sign of being a cuck even though the man in the case has good intentions and probably isn’t a bad person. Look up some videos on Youtube of experts on relationships and datinng why dating a single mom is usually a bad idea. Good luck though
I’ve bonded with him , took him golfing every weekend . I used to take him to work with me in the summer and pay him a little cash , now since this fortnite came out he wants to do literally nothing but play that. He’s even acting different now . But yea there are times I wish I didn’t have to take on this role, but it’s not the kids fault , I tell him I love him everyday. All three of them.
Title: Re: Fortnite
Post by: Chadwick The Beta on August 21, 2018, 01:17:36 PM
Exactly. I’m making fun, but the truth is, it’s almost always a bad idea to take on another man’s duty as father.



Hell, Squadfather has a black stepson. #pwned
Title: Re: Fortnite
Post by: Fortress on August 21, 2018, 01:23:44 PM
Hell, Squadfather has a black stepson. #pwned


Epic cuckedness.
Title: Re: Fortnite
Post by: Grape Ape on August 21, 2018, 02:00:32 PM
I’ve bonded with him , took him golfing every weekend . I used to take him to work with me in the summer and pay him a little cash , now since this fortnite came out he wants to do literally nothing but play that. He’s even acting different now . But yea there are times I wish I didn’t have to take on this role, but it’s not the kids fault , I tell him I love him everyday. All three of them.

Fortnite is a cultural phenomenon.........this is just a thing right now.

As for acting different, could just be the age, not the game.   Those are the dickhead years where they all become assholes for awhile until they figure it out.
Title: Re: Fortnite
Post by: Fortress on August 21, 2018, 02:03:04 PM
Fortnite is a cultural phenomenon.........this is just a thing right now.

As for acting different, could just be the age, not the game.   Those are the dickhead years where they all become assholes for awhile until they figure it out.

Yeah, figure out his “dad” is a cuckmaster, and his bio dad is a POS, and then becomes a huge asshole, hating everyone and everything.
Title: Re: Fortnite
Post by: Parker on August 21, 2018, 02:24:31 PM
Nice try, Gomer.
Thanks, Uncle Fester.
Title: Re: Fortnite
Post by: IRON CROSS on August 21, 2018, 03:37:09 PM
Why bother with someone else kid?


In Africa, Lion kill someone else pups  ;)
Title: Re: Fortnite
Post by: The Scott on August 21, 2018, 06:10:32 PM
Show him downtown San Francisco in all it's sidewalk shitting glory.  Take him to where they inject their fix between their fingers and toes.  Show him all the joy of being an unemployed piece of human waste.  If that doesn't work...Show him that video of CSWOL at Popeye's.

And your wife needs to be on the same page or it'll never get turned, if you get my meaning.



Title: Re: Fortnite
Post by: tacobender on August 21, 2018, 09:54:36 PM
Yeah, figure out his “dad” is a cuckmaster, and his bio dad is a POS, and then becomes a huge asshole, hating everyone and everything.
you sound like you have daddy issues my friend , what’s  the matter your sister get more hugs than you? Say what you say it’s fine I was there for them when there real dad wasn’t didn’t pay child support or there health insurance, me and there mother did yes everyone can say I’m not a man because I’m dealing with someone else’s kids. I chose the tougher road by taking this on head first . Shit it fucking takes a tough guy to get his ass up and support his household, look at your fucking avatar name it fucking screams Michael got me too. You wouldn’t last a day in my life sissy, too much of a weak human being without a spine. Fuck my dad was a heroin addict for years went to prison came out cleaned up got a masters in psychology doing well , I know the feeling of not having a father figure in life I don’t wish that upon them. Fuck I’ll bet your 30 and still on your mothers tittie.
Title: Re: Fortnite
Post by: kreator on August 22, 2018, 12:09:00 AM
I’ve bonded with him , took him golfing every weekend . I used to take him to work with me in the summer and pay him a little cash , now since this fortnite came out he wants to do literally nothing but play that. He’s even acting different now . But yea there are times I wish I didn’t have to take on this role, but it’s not the kids fault , I tell him I love him everyday. All three of them.

Maybe you should choke him from time to time, just to the point of his face turning blue but unfortunately the mother will take his side and you’ll be history, hope it works out for you
Title: Re: Fortnite
Post by: spiro on August 22, 2018, 09:14:43 AM
In a few years when the kid crushes your face in a drunken rage ... and his mother then ditches you for some new-and-improved cuckmaster ... don’t come crying to Daddy Fortress.

You are a legendary poster man. I agree with you.
Title: Re: Fortnite
Post by: Fortress on August 22, 2018, 09:17:05 AM
you sound like you have daddy issues my friend , what’s  the matter your sister get more hugs than you? Say what you say it’s fine I was there for them when there real dad wasn’t didn’t pay child support or there health insurance, me and there mother did yes everyone can say I’m not a man because I’m dealing with someone else’s kids. I chose the tougher road by taking this on head first . Shit it fucking takes a tough guy to get his ass up and support his household, look at your fucking avatar name it fucking screams Michael got me too. You wouldn’t last a day in my life sissy, too much of a weak human being without a spine. Fuck my dad was a heroin addict for years went to prison came out cleaned up got a masters in psychology doing well , I know the feeling of not having a father figure in life I don’t wish that upon them. Fuck I’ll bet your 30 and still on your mothers tittie.

Go back to school. Start from the ground up. Yeesh.
Title: Re: Fortnite
Post by: Kwon on August 22, 2018, 10:46:26 AM
FFS just start playing Fortnite with him.  Once you can whip his ass in it with ease, he will abandon it.

haha good idea, whip his ass in the game so much it will become a traumatic experience and he will detest it.

(and then stab you in 7 years)
Title: Re: Fortnite
Post by: kreator on August 22, 2018, 11:30:00 AM
What gender is the boy?
Title: Re: Fortnite
Post by: Rambone on August 22, 2018, 03:50:20 PM
What gender is the boy?

Non-binary pansexual
Title: Re: Fortnite
Post by: robcguns on August 22, 2018, 06:32:32 PM
What gender is the boy?

Hahaha
Title: Re: Fortnite - is it getting out of control?
Post by: Ron on August 23, 2018, 10:27:28 PM
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what is the deal with the fortnite dances?

These kids, and sadly, now I do - know most of these dance moves.  What they don't realize is that they all came from various movies or dance events in the past - pretty awesome.  Some of the kids thought they are original moves...






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FFS just start playing Fortnite with him.

Yep, started to play with him, and it is a lot of fun, but time consuming.  We definitely limit it, especially now since school started, but he is fine with that.... logic does work..



Title: Re: Fortnite - is it getting out of control?
Post by: 2ND COMING on August 24, 2018, 12:05:25 AM
Fartnite makes Call of Duty seem Chic and High-Brow in comparison. It's sad really.

That being said, it's accessibility and popularity can not be denied.

Who am I to judge, I don't even play games these days, I just watch other people play them rofl.

Although I did buy a Switch a couple months ago for when it's fully "hackable".
Title: Re: Fortnite - is it getting out of control?
Post by: wes on August 24, 2018, 02:50:19 PM
What the fuck is Fortnite.........I`m out of the loop once again.

Glad I grew up in the 60`s and 70`s.