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I didn't really mean Starcraft specifically; substitute John Madden Football or play money poker if you want.

I just mean that there is really no reason (with normal video games) to not recreationally play a more skilled opponent (pride aside), you lose nothing, you may enjoy yourself, and you could improve.

In poker however, lets say theoretically that I have some .001% edge on AEjones, or vice versa, or that I'm not certain of my edge, but I'm positive that its close, there are many reason's not to play him HU.

Mainly that some people play poker for a living (and may also have a dependent(s)), and simply seek the highest hourly they can make.