That was your first clue.
The bell above the door didn’t chime. It wheezed. A dusty, defeated little sigh, like the shop itself had given up years ago. slackers game store
As you left, the door wheezed again. Gary called after you: “Remember—slacking isn’t failing. It’s just… strategic waiting. The game will still be here tomorrow. So will the void. Might as well play something pretty.” That was your first clue