Personas
Age: 37
Income: $97,000
Education: Computer Science @ College of Charleston
Professional Title: DevOps Engineer
Favorite Games: CS:GO, Insurgency
Gary Gamer, a no-nonsense individual, finds himself balancing a high demanding job with the responsibilities of a family. Married and a father of two young kids, his time is precious. Still amidst his busy life, he manages to indulge in his passion for gaming. However, he's had enough of the unpredictability of online matchmaking services. As he grows older he realizes he can't keep wasting his time with teammates from online matchmaking, he must find a way to find decent teammates before gaming.
Gary's main goal is to streamline his gaming experience and make the most of his limited free time. With doing so, he is determined to build a reliable network of gamers he can play with whenever he is free. This network would not only enhance the quality of his gaming sessions but also create lasting connections with like-minded players.
Age: 25
Income: $40,000
Education: Communications @ Coastal Carolina Univeristy
Professional Title: Editor
Favorite Games: Rainbow Six Siege, Valorant
Terry Tryhard has been playing competitive video games ever since he can remember. Winning against his opponents is the only joy Terry gets from gaming. He spends most of his time gaming since he works from home and his job is not demanding of him. When Terry games, he takes it seriously. Many of Terry's friends refuse to play with him due to his, sometimes, toxic behavior. Therefore, Terry struggles finding teammates from in-game matchmaking to keep up with his level of skill and commitment.
Terry's goal is to find equally competitive teammates who can destroy the opposing team. All Terry needs is a small group of reliable teammates who are able to meet at scheduled times.
Age: 20
Income: $5,000
Education: Chemistry @ University of South Carolina
Professional Title: Student/Barista
Favorite Games: Destiny 2, Baldur's Gate III
Casual Casey is currently completing her undergraduate in chemistry and works as a barista to earn some money for herself. In her free time, she likes to play casual, cooperative games. She usually plays with her friends or roommate, but wants to use online matchmaking to meet new people to play with. However, due to the nature of matchmaking, she sometimes ends up with teammates that are either rude or toxic.
Casey's goal is to find a way to find others to play with that have similar temperaments and schedules like hers. This would make her experience when gaming more enjoyable.