Video game designers battle to depict climate impacts
Game designer Sam Alfred is keenly aware of the challenge he faces in trying to build a video game with climate change at its heart.
Jun 28, 2024
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From silent dialogues to vivid memories—here's how the science of inner experience could transform gaming
Video games are big business. The value of the global market is pushing the US$200 billion mark (£158 billion): bigger than the music industry and Hollywood combined. But the gaming industry has also been facing challenges. ...
May 16, 2024
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Two new video game studios form with 'Star Wars' and id Software pedigrees
Video game studios like other tech industry has seen plenty of tumult this year. Publishers have announced several layoffs while others have said they will refocus their approach. That means plenty of talent is out there, ...
Mar 27, 2024
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What the DOJ's antitrust suit against Apple means for everyone with an iPhone
Cheaper app subscriptions. Additional payment options. Greater freedom for app developers on the App Store. More consumer choice.
Mar 22, 2024
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String of litigation cases bites Apple
The US government Thursday sued Apple claiming the tech behemoth illegally maintained a monopoly for its iPhone by stifling competition and imposing high costs on consumers—the latest in a string of legal headaches facing ...
Mar 21, 2024
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Game lab provides accessibility toolkit for the game engine Unity
The growing popularity of video games is putting an increased focus on their accessibility for people with disabilities. While large productions are increasingly taking this into account by adding accessibility features, ...
Mar 11, 2024
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DeepMind demonstrates Genie, an AI app that can generate playable 2D worlds from a single image
AI researchers at Google's DeepMind, working with colleagues at the University of British Columbia, have announced the development of Genie, an AI-backed application capable of turning a single image into a playable 2D virtual ...
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Apple's new EU measures draw complaint from 34 digital organizations
Changes Apple is making to its services in the European Union "make a mockery" of new antitrust rules in the bloc, 34 digital organizations complained to the European Commission this week.
Mar 2, 2024
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Some video game actors are letting AI clone their voices. They just don't want it to replace them
If you are battling a video game goblin who speaks with a Cockney accent, or asking a gruff Scottish blacksmith to forge a virtual sword, you might be hearing the voice of actor Andy Magee.
Feb 19, 2024
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Disney to invest $1.5 billion in 'Fortnite' maker Epic Games to create games, entertainment
The Walt Disney Co. said Wednesday it is paying $1.5 billion for a stake in "Fortnite" maker Epic Games, working with the game developer to create a "games and entertainment universe" that will feature games, shows and characters ...
Feb 8, 2024
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