It is probably pointless to talk about pinball to anyone who doesn't play. They don't and probably won't "get it", just like I never understood people who bought Beanie babies or who watch Game of Thrones. The mistake that you make is in caring about what anyone else thinks about your choices. You don't have to justify them to anyone. And the people who criticize you are often jealous of your freedom to choose.

There is great freedom and serenity in not caring what other people think of how you choose to live your life. You will also find that your choices are more respected when you take this approach.