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It's not uncommon to see adults sprinting around parks and playgrounds at night. It's called "cops and robbers," short for "hardness. This childhood favorite has been revived as an adult pastime through Carrot Market. At the core of the game is anonymity. No one asks for names or occupations, and the focus is on playing. The comfort of not having to make relationships and the childlike retro sensibility of the game appealed to the MZ generation. Carrot has evolved beyond a classifieds app into a platform for creating local culture. Longitude is an iconic example of that transformation. If you're looking for a quick laugh and a run with new people, check out your local Hardness meetup this weekend. #gyeongdog #gyeongdogplay #carrotmarket #mztrends #retroplay #communityculture #anonymousgathering #trends