Why do people never say "it's only a game" when they're winning?

Question

Why do people never say "it's only a game" when they're winning?

Answer 1

If I win at something, I still tend to say 'It's only a game' - because it is. It doesnt matter that I won and the other person lost.

I make a point of saying it if the other person seems upset they've lost, to show them theres no point in being upset.

I thought everyone said it, even if they're winning. I was obviously wrong! Haha.

Answer 2

THEY ONLY SAY THAT IF THEY'RE FEELING ASHAMED TO LOSE. BUT IF THEY'RE WINNING THEY DON'T NEED TO SAY IT BECAUSE THEY'RE WINNING . BUT PEOPLE ONLY WANT TO WIN. MOST OF THE PEOPLE IN THE WORLD OR MAYBE ALL WANTS TO WIN AND FEELS ASHAMED IF THEY LOSE

Answer 3

they try acting like it is not a big deal

Answer 4

Because people think that games are real, but to me, it is OK to me. You know what? My friend kept on praying to god to make Pokemon Real. Is it really going to happen? God decides.

Answer 5

Hi Mabel, I think when you say it's only a game is just a consolation prize.  Otherwise when you win just is a sweet moment of victory and celebration, to jump  and raise your hands all the way up. The first word come to my mind is a big Yesssssssss following with a big Yahooooooooooo.   More seriously our selfishness to win, don't give room to say that. Nice question you have a great day.  Take care and a warm hug.

Answer 6

Success has many mothers, failure is an orphan.

Answer 7

Because when someone is winning of course the oppenent is going to get aggrivated and sometimes even take it to the head and thats when you have to remind them that it is only a game no big deal.