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I typically think of myself (and try to act like) a rather rational person. The amount of hours of my life that I've done silly, mindless and occasionally annoying things because some Steam achievement required it is something I can't quite square with that. There's something oddly satisfying about getting them.

It's certainly not a primary purchase decision factor but I've not bought games because they did not come with steam achievements.

This is yet another reminder for me that the world is full of different people.

I view achievements as one of the most annoying developments in games (and unfortunately some productivity software these days, in the shape of "badges").

They're yet another gamified growth/engagement pattern to contend with in life.

I can take them or leave them, but maybe because I don't care much I feel like I get net enjoyment from them. Especially the funny ones (e.g. dying in an unusual way).

Its one of the main reasons why I buy on steam. Makes games much more engaging, especially for me because I prefer hard action games with little to no story.

I care about it a little, not comparing with friends, but I do like the "X% of players" stats.