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50 years of The Oregon Trail: The hidden controversies of a video game that defined the US
4 days, 15 hours ago

50 years of The Oregon Trail: The hidden controversies of a video game that defined the US

BBC  

50 years of The Oregon Trail: The hidden controversies of a video game that defined the US Courtesy of HarperCollins Productions The Oregon Trail was once the most widely distributed software in US schools. Courtesy of HarperCollins Productions Developers worked to emphasise the stories of the Native American experience in later versions of the game, but criticisms persist "The underlying …

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Metaphor: ReFantazio, Dragon Age, Astro Bot and an indie wave lead the top AP video games of 2024
1 week, 2 days ago

Metaphor: ReFantazio, Dragon Age, Astro Bot and an indie wave lead the top AP video games of 2024

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — It’s been a rough year in the world of video games, which reeled from some high-profile flops and a relentless series of developer layoffs. Dragon Age: The Veilguard BioWare, the studio behind landmark role-playing games like Mass Effect and the original Baldur’s Gate, finally returns to its strengths with this fantasy epic. “Indiana Jones and the Great Circle.” …

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Massive multiplayer games say they have done what most social networks haven't — built kind and civil online communities
1 week, 5 days ago

Massive multiplayer games say they have done what most social networks haven't — built kind and civil online communities

ABC  

The Australian government did something no other country has even tried when it banned the use of social media for all children under the age of 16, citing the social harms of uncontrolled online interactions. The fantasy worlds of games like The Elder Scrolls online are social spaces and are susceptible to the same bad behaviours as social media platforms, …

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Luigi Mangione's bizarre rant after trip to Japan: 'Sex toys and vending machines should be banned'
1 week, 5 days ago

Luigi Mangione's bizarre rant after trip to Japan: 'Sex toys and vending machines should be banned'

Daily Mail  

Since the shock slaying of UnitedHealthcare heavyweight Brian Thompson in New York City rocked America last week, people who knew the alleged assassin have been sharing surprising nuggets of information about his past. One person posted a photograph of the detainee enjoying a laid-back meal with a group of half a dozen young men on Reddit captioned: 'I had dinner …

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Catch ‘em all: The evolution of Pokemon
2 weeks, 1 day ago

Catch ‘em all: The evolution of Pokemon

The Hindu  

It began with a dream… Pokémon is a short form for ‘pocket monsters’ invented by two Japanese friends: writer, Satoshi Tajiri, and illustrator, Ken Sugimori. The birth of trading cards During the same year, after the massive success of the video games, the Pokémon Trading Card Game was launched. The Pokémon Trading Card Game continues to be one of the …

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Gregg Wallace's much-mocked weekend routine resurfaces amid MasterChef scandal - after the BBC star revealed he fills his schedule with a 'no sweat' workout and HOURS of video games
2 weeks, 6 days ago

Gregg Wallace's much-mocked weekend routine resurfaces amid MasterChef scandal - after the BBC star revealed he fills his schedule with a 'no sweat' workout and HOURS of video games

Daily Mail  

Gregg Wallace's much-mocked weekend routine has resurfaced after the BBC star became embroiled in scandal following his conduct on MasterChef. Gregg Wallace's much-mocked weekend routine has resurfaced after the BBC star became embroiled in scandal following his conduct on MasterChef The presenter is under investigation by the BBC after 13 women accused the presenter of inappropriate behind-the-scenes conduct while co-hosting …

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World of Warcraft: Video games used to be all about the chat. Then something made everyone speechless.
3 weeks, 1 day ago

World of Warcraft: Video games used to be all about the chat. Then something made everyone speechless.

Slate  

In 2005 I received a copy of World of Warcraft for my birthday. “And, looking back, obviously everyone knew I was such a young kid from my squeaky voice, but they all treated me very kindly and big-brotherly in a way I’ll never forget.” Still, the positive social interactions players have found in video games over the years are easily …

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Video games allow man born with Maffucci syndrome to connect to wider world
3 weeks, 5 days ago

Video games allow man born with Maffucci syndrome to connect to wider world

ABC  

For Australians, playing sports, going on outdoor adventures, and "having a go" are all at the heart of our cultural identity. I spoke to other gamers at PAX Australia in Melbourne, Australia's largest video and tabletop game convention, who shared their experience with disability and saw games as a positive force in their lives. "I think it's just been a …

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Prince Harry and Meghan Markle ‘experimenting’ new strategy to mould public perception
1 month ago

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle ‘experimenting’ new strategy to mould public perception

Hindustan Times  

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are adopting a fresh approach to reshaping their public image, venturing into “experimental” public relations strategies to repair their reputations and maintain relevance. Prince Harry and Meghan Markle in a new video message. “The Sussexes need to keep their profile as they can’t attack the royal family at the moment, so now they have to …

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Black Myth: Wukong takes top prize at awards gala
1 month ago

Black Myth: Wukong takes top prize at awards gala

China Daily  

A bust of Wukong, the protagonist of the Chinese video game Black Myth: Wukong, is displayed on Wednesday at the booth of Game Science, the developer of the popular game, at the Light of Internet Expo in Wuzhen, Zhejiang province. China's first AAA video game, Black Myth: Wukong, emerged as the star at one of the oldest and most prestigious …

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Hasbro’s Gamer CEO Focuses on Play After Film Business Sale
1 month ago

Hasbro’s Gamer CEO Focuses on Play After Film Business Sale

Live Mint  

-- Hasbro Inc. Chief Executive Officer Chris Cocks couldn’t hide his disappointment when he opened two packs of his company’s Magic: The Gathering playing cards at a board-game cafė in New York. The Microsoft Corp. veteran joined Hasbro in 2016 as president of the company’s Wizards of the Coast division, which makes Magic and the popular Dungeons & Dragons role-playing …

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I used to be an avid gamer but playing Call of Duty and Fortnite six hours a day has permanently damaged my hearing
1 month, 1 week ago

I used to be an avid gamer but playing Call of Duty and Fortnite six hours a day has permanently damaged my hearing

Daily Mail  

A serial gamer who sat in front of his screen for six hours a day has told how his hobby left him with permanent hearing damage. Avik Banerjee, a 38-year-old University lecturer in Bristol, played video games on his console for five to six hours every day for 15 years. He continued to game like this until August 2023, when …

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One Piece Anime Hits New Heights, Dominates Global Top 10
1 month, 4 weeks ago

One Piece Anime Hits New Heights, Dominates Global Top 10

Hindustan Times  

The One Piece anime reboot has achieved a new milestone, topping the My Anime List (MAL) rankings with a 9.26 rating. The special 25th Anniversary Episode, 'One Piece Fan Letter,' premiered on October 20 and garnered significant viewership. Other anime, including Dan Da Dan, Ranma ½, and Bleach: Thousand-Year Blood War Season 3, also achieved high ratings on the platform.

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The Tennis Game That Sparked a Billion-Dollar Industry
1 month, 4 weeks ago

The Tennis Game That Sparked a Billion-Dollar Industry

India Today  

The story of how a physicist's tennis match sparked the billion-dollar video game industry is a testament to the power of innovation and the enduring allure of human connection. William Higinbotham's Tennis for Two, a simple yet groundbreaking game, opened the door to a world of immersive and interactive entertainment. His creation ignited a passion for gaming that continues to …

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‘Silent Hill 2’ is a hit. That’s good news for Konami as it returns to the classics
1 month, 4 weeks ago

‘Silent Hill 2’ is a hit. That’s good news for Konami as it returns to the classics

NPR  

‘Silent Hill 2’ is a hit. That’s good news for Konami as it returns to the classics toggle caption David McNew/Getty Images For years, fans have been waiting for a Silent Hill video game with the trademark psychological scares and complex storytelling that once made the franchise a hit. Because even though video game publisher Konami has remained active in …

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God of War: A New Chapter Led by Ronald D. Moore
2 months ago

God of War: A New Chapter Led by Ronald D. Moore

The Hindu  

Amazon's God of War series has welcomed Ronald D. Moore as its new showrunner. Moore, known for his work on Outlander and Battlestar Galactica, will serve as writer, executive producer, and showrunner for the adaptation, which is being developed by Sony Pictures Television Studios and Amazon MGM Studios for Prime Video.

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Their son died at 25. Then they discovered his extraordinary secret life online
2 months ago

Their son died at 25. Then they discovered his extraordinary secret life online

The Independent  

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Playing video games may make you sharper – but exercise does not, scientists say
2 months ago

Playing video games may make you sharper – but exercise does not, scientists say

The Independent  

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China's Black Myth: Wukong Soars to Record Revenue, Propeling Self-Developed Games Abroad
2 months ago

China's Black Myth: Wukong Soars to Record Revenue, Propeling Self-Developed Games Abroad

China Daily  

China's gaming industry has reached a record high in revenue, with the actual sales revenue of China's self-developed games in overseas markets reaching $5.17 billion in the third quarter, surging by 20.75 percent year-on-year. Additionally, the actual sales revenue of China's mobile games, self-developed games in the domestic market and China's Esports sector saw growth from the previous quarter.

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From The Legend of Zelda to Princess Peach, famous video game heroines are in their main character era
2 months, 3 weeks ago

From The Legend of Zelda to Princess Peach, famous video game heroines are in their main character era

ABC  

For the first time in nearly 40 years, one of Nintendo's most famous female heroines is now the protagonist in her own story. With more Australian women gaming than ever before, one expert says the "emancipation" of famous video game heroines is "way overdue". "This time around Link has vanished and it's up to Princess Zelda to step into the …

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Can AI make video games more immersive? Some studios turn to AI-fueled NPCs for more interaction
2 months, 4 weeks ago

Can AI make video games more immersive? Some studios turn to AI-fueled NPCs for more interaction

The Independent  

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Zelda is the hero in this one. ‘Echoes of Wisdom’ flips roles in iconic franchise
2 months, 4 weeks ago

Zelda is the hero in this one. ‘Echoes of Wisdom’ flips roles in iconic franchise

NPR  

Zelda is the hero in this one. ‘Echoes of Wisdom’ flips roles in iconic franchise The Zelda series has been around for nearly four decades, and until now, the protagonist of the mainline series has always been Link – the master sword wielding, green hat-wearing boy or man who saves the world from the forces of evil and usually rescues …

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I Caved and Bought My Kids a Coveted Gaming Console. I’ve Made a Horrible Mistake.
54 years, 11 months ago

I Caved and Bought My Kids a Coveted Gaming Console. I’ve Made a Horrible Mistake.

Slate  

Care and Feeding is Slate’s parenting advice column. Time limits might help with these games, but you can also talk with them ahead of time about your child’s plan for gameplay, and when they’ll know they’re done. Get them to say out loud what they’re planning to do when video game time is over before they start playing. But if …

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6 Big Screen-Time Myths That Need To Be Busted
3 months ago

6 Big Screen-Time Myths That Need To Be Busted

Huff Post  

The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends, essentially, no screen time for babies under 18 months of age. “Achievement in a video game is so much easier and entertaining than studying for a test.” If your child is struggling in school or with their friends, that’s a bigger warning sign than going over their screen time limit, Kanojia said. “Our study …

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