Microsoft purchase of Activision Blizzard won't clean up gamer culture overnight: 5 essential reads about sexual harassment and discrimination in gaming and tech
Sexual harassment and discrimination in gaming and tech are not inevitable or permanent, write experts in the field. The solutions are positive community standards and women in power.
Jan. 18, 2022 • ~10 min
Why does experiencing 'flow' feel so good? A communication scientist explains
Research shows that people with more flow in their lives had a higher sense of well-being during the COVID-19 pandemic. Scientists are beginning to explore what happens in the brain during flow.
Jan. 4, 2022 • ~10 min
'Very sneaky tactics': we asked gamers how they feel about monetisation in digital gaming
We surveyed more than 1,000 digital gamers. Our findings suggest in-game purchases detract from many players’ enjoyment of their favourite games – and may not be fair or ethical.
Dec. 23, 2021 • ~8 min
Generating a realistic 3D world
A new AI-powered, virtual platform uses real-world physics to simulate a rich and interactive audio-visual environment, enabling human and robotic learning, training, and experimental studies.
Dec. 6, 2021 • ~10 min
Computer Space launched the video game industry 50 years ago – here's the real reason you probably haven't heard of it
The game that launched today’s massive video game industry was not a roaring success. The oft-told story of why turns out to be off the mark.
Oct. 11, 2021 • ~6 min
5 reasons video games should be more widely used in school
While China has taken steps to rein in the playing of video games among students during the school week, a U.S. scholar makes the case for why the games should be featured more prominently in school.
Sept. 3, 2021 • ~9 min
The Activision Blizzard lawsuit shows gamer culture still has a long way to go: 5 essential reads about sexual harassment and discrimination in gaming and tech
Sexual harassment and discrimination in gaming and tech is not inevitable or permanent, write experts in the field. The solutions are positive community standards and women in power.
July 30, 2021 • ~10 min
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