Q&A: Playing magical characters in video games is a separate question from Halloween and depends on conscience

Mike sees these as different questions that don't necessarily conflict. Fantasy magic in video games (e.g., Skyrim) is not equivalent to actual Wiccan or occult spellcasting in intent or effect. He draws a parallel to Harry Potter — reciting fictional spells is not actually performing magic, and is arguably more akin to reciting Latin words (a Catholic parallel). His primary advice: do not violate your conscience for the sake of enjoying a game. He also notes that many people have such dulled consciences that they never feel bad about anything, leading to ongoing error.