Excuses for Not Playing Video Games

Warning: The following excuses are highly unlikely to be accepted by anyone, but they're fun to use anyway.

My favorite video game is actually a book.

A book

I'm allergic to controllers.

A fake allergy symptom

I have a rare condition where I can only play video games in front of a mirror.

A mirror

I'm waiting for the sequel to the game that's been delayed for 10 years.

A calendar with a clock ticking on it

I'm secretly training for a professional gaming tournament and need to practice in private.

A championship trophy