The smartphone game Among Us saw a surge of popularity in
2021 during the COVID-19 pandemic. When the pandemic forced
people to physically stay apart, the game became a means to
come together in a virtual space to chat, strategize, and play as a
team. People could choose to play private games with friends by
entering the same virtual "room," or they could join an ongoing
public game to play with strangers. Such public games would
represent
O the fall of public man.
O a form of public life.
O spontaneity in recreation and leisure.
O a less commodified style of recreational activities.