iHeartland and Fortnite have introduced festive games, such as a winter-themed escape room, obstacle course, ice skating, and holiday gifts, to their platform.
The design of games can impact player behavior and companies need to take responsibility in creating a space that is safe and ethical for their players, rather than simply trying to exploit them for profit.
Enter a world full of epic quests, epic combat, and epic romance with villagers. Your epic adventure awaits in this pocket-sized game.
The speaker discusses the unrealistic and extreme violence portrayed in some video games and expresses disbelief and discomfort at the idea of it being acceptable or realistic.
The use of artificial constructs in gaming allows for a new level of interaction with computers, but it may also render the role of decision-making abilities in games obsolete as the software becomes a better decision-maker than humans.
The speaker discusses dressing their character up as Patrice for the Tiger Woods game, reminiscing about playing the game with Patrice on a PSP.
The concept of gaming merging with real life has become a reality through the use of 3D avatars. This presents both opportunities and potential risks for controlling a large segment of the population.
A person shares their experience of throwing up while playing games in an arcade with their friends. Despite feeling sick, they continued to play and even ordered snacks afterward.
Candy Crush Soda has launched its detective season where players can join the lead character Kimmy to solve cases, collect clues, and identify the culprit.
Some game companies have stopped charging entirely for their games because of the profitability of in-app purchases, while others resort to sending malware to steal game credentials from players and strip their accounts. Gamers must now be cautious when interacting with fan websites and databases related to the game they are playing.
The speaker shares about messaging his friend Guinea and playing Minecraft together, while also discussing their strange nicknames and whether or not they keep their real names private.
Playing games offer the opportunity to have micro-conversations with friends and family, and they can also build resilience, determination, and willpower that can benefit you in real life. Puzzle games and single player adventure games are also effective in provoking positive emotions.
The hosts introduce the podcast episode and discuss personal experiences with gaming, including one host's struggles with Mario Kart.
This TED Talk discusses the importance of understanding the impact of gaming for different groups such as game companies, religious institutions, and parents, and encourages individuals to connect the dots to ensure that the games of tomorrow inspire and liberate rather than subjugate and dominate.
The speaker discusses how video games can be a way to escape life, but emphasizes the importance of balance and not neglecting other responsibilities in life.
The podcast participants discuss the impact of language and identity in gaming and how it can negatively affect the gaming experience for individuals that aren't considered part of the dominant group.
Tattshoos are digitized shoes that can be added to your avatar in video games. They also offer tattoos that resemble pubic hair designs and fruit on various body parts.
The speaker emphasizes the importance of healing in combat as it can help players escape and keep themselves alive, even if it means sacrificing the opportunity to attack enemies.
The guest, a multi-faceted creator, discusses the importance of being consistent with playtime and how it contributes to personal happiness.
An individual talks about how some people exaggerate their gaming experiences, turning them into cool stories, and how these stories become taken as true by others.
