Do Loading Screens Actually Mean Anything? 🎮 #Shorts #Gaming #GamingHistory #Loading #Games #GameDev
536Ever stared at a loading bar thinking it represents actual progress? Well… it doesn’t. 🚨
Most loading bars, spinning icons, or progress percentages aren’t directly tied to the data being loaded. Instead, they exist to reassure you that something is happening behind the scenes. It’s the same psychological trick used at bus stops or train stations when estimating wait times—it keeps frustration low and makes the wait feel more bearable.
So next time you’re watching that bar crawl across the screen, just know—it might not mean much at all.
💬 Did you already know this? What’s the worst loading screen you’ve ever had to wait through? Let us know in the comments!
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