Video Game Impact
Mar 2025 · Publifye AS
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Video Game Impact delves into the significant influence of video games, showing how they've evolved into a cultural force that shapes technology, interactive narratives, and social interactions. The book explores the gaming industry's role in driving technological innovation. For example, early advancements in 3D graphics and artificial intelligence were often pioneered within video games before permeating other sectors. It also examines how video games have revolutionized storytelling, offering players agency within complex, interactive worlds, influencing film and literature. The book dissects the social impact of video games, investigating the formation of online communities and new forms of social interaction while also addressing potential negative aspects like online harassment.
Structured into three main sections, Video Game Impact first traces the historical development of video games, then analyzes the technological innovations they've spurred, and finally examines their cultural and social implications. By drawing upon concepts from sociology, media studies, and computer science, the book offers a comprehensive and balanced perspective on the multifaceted role of video games in society.
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