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Computer Technologies in Gaming - Coggle Diagram
Computer Technologies in Gaming
Playing computer games during MCO/quarantine/lockdown
Played solo, or with friends, family, or fellow online gamers
Provided a way of connecting socially, and as a temporary relief from reality
Types of computer games
Real time strategy (RTS)
Multiplayer online battle arena (MOBA)
Massively Multiplayer Online (MMO)
Simulations
Role-playing game (RPG)
Serious games
First person shooter (FPS)
Others
Case study: Professional Gamers & eSports
Professional Gamers
Professional gamers will compete against one another, and spectators will be able to watch on screens.
eSports
a form of competition using electronic games
Popular computer games
Angry Birds
Halo
League of Legends
Pokemon
Candy Crush
What is computer games?
A game played on a computer instead of a video game console or arcade machine
Also known as PC game
Platforms for playing electronic games
Arcade games
Personal computer games
Video game consoles/console games
Mobile games
Why do people play computer games?
Challenge oneself
Stress relief
For fun and entertainment
Games technology – hardware & software
Hardware
Virtual reality headset
Joystick
Dance pad
Motion sensing input devices
Game pad/controller
Pedals & wheels
Gaming mouse
Touchscreen
Gaming keyboard
Software
The computer interprets these instructions in binary, 0s and 1s
Issues & challenges
Negative effects of computer games
Social isolation
Excessive screen time
Addiction
Positive effects of computer games
Quick thinking
Fine motor and spatial skills
Excessive screen time