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Learning Unit 10: Computer Technology in Gaming - Coggle Diagram
Learning Unit 10:
Computer Technology in Gaming
Computer Game :question:
A game played on a computer/ PC game
The
platforms
for playing electronic games including:
:check: Video game consoles/console games (Game Boy/ Microsoft Xbox)
:check: Arcade games (Donkey Kong)
:check: Personal computer games
:check: Mobile games
Why playing game :question:
:red_flag: Challenge oneself
:red_flag: For fun and entertainment
:red_flag: Stress relief
:red_flag: To kill time and boredom
:red_flag: For training and development
:red_flag: Job as a professional gamer
Games technology hardware including;
:check: Game pad/controller, Dance pad, Virtual reality headset, Pedals & wheels, Gaming keyboard and mouse, Touchscreen.
Games technology software including:
:check:
Games technology
hardware
including;
:check: Game pad/controller, Dance pad, Virtual reality headset, Pedals & wheels, Gaming keyboard and mouse, Touchscreen.
Games technology
software
;
:red_flag: a collection of instructions that the computer interprets.
:red_flag: The computer interprets these instructions in binary, 0s and 1s
Types of Computer Games
First person shooter (FPS)
Centered around guns and other firearms-based combat.
The game is viewed through player’s eyes
Example: Counter Strike
Role-playing game (RPG)
Player get to act out the part of the main character.
Make decisions that go along with the game’s story.
Example: Diablo
Massively Multiplayer Online (MMO)
Played over the Internet or LAN.
Players use a network and connect with other players in a virtual game room
Can play with other players from all over the world
Real time strategy (RTS)
Need to build up inventory of items, armies etc.
Moves in real-time.
Multiplayer online battle arena (MOBA)
A player controls a single character in a team who competes against another team of players.
MOBA games
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Simulations
Involve taking control of realworld entities or virtual lifeforms.
Simulate real-world activities.
Players can control characters or environment.
Issues and challenges-
:+1:
Positive
effects
Quick thinking, Logic and problem solving, Hand-eye coordination, Teamwork and cooperation
:red_cross:
Negative
effects
Addiction, • Social isolation, Aggressive/violent behaviour, Excessive screen time, Time mismanagement, Confused between reality and fantasy.
Types of Computer Games
Simulations
Involve taking control of realworld entities or virtual lifeforms.
Simulate real-world activities.
Players can control characters or environment.
Serious games
A game designed for a primary purpose OTHER than pure entertainment.
For training and development.
Used in education, military/defense, medical training, and etc.
