(Newswire.net — April 2, 2020) — Games are one of the most popular recreational activities, especially in the younger generations. Many engage in games for amusement and fun. What most people do not realize is, games are also beneficial for the mental and physical well-being of gamers.
For starters, it increases brain function and helps gamers improve their cognitive skills. Besides, it aids in the production of serotonin, the feel-good hormone that goes a long way in relieving stress and depression.
As online gaming became popular, it was imperative for the industry to adopt technologies that enhanced user experience. It was also a way for them to get more people interested in gaming in popular games such as Minecraft, Roblox, warlords, and world of warcraft. However, do not be fooled; if you are not interested in the above, there are myriads of games to suit everyone’s preference.
In this article, we are going to highlight the various technological advancements that have happened in the gaming industry.
Let’s delve into specifics.
- Mobile gaming
Gone are the days where you had to visit an actual casino or a gaming arcade to engage in gaming. With the emergence of smartphones, gamers can enjoy a limitless edition of games in the comfort of your home and at the palm of your hands.
Some popular games that can easily be played on mobile phones include candy crush, online casino games like blackjack, and poker. This love for online gaming can be evidenced by the countless people you see on the commuter bus or train so consumed by the games on their mobile phones.
- Virtual reality
Gaming consoles making use of VR headset displays have taken gaming to the next level. Gamers now get lost into the virtual reality of the game, giving them an experience like no other.
- Augmented reality
If you are a gamer or not, you have experienced games that maneuver spaces created within the real world. This is what augmented reality is all about. With these games, the objectives are also applicable in real-life situations.
- Facial recognition
Technological advancements in the gaming industry have moved a notch higher and created 3D scanning and facial recognition technology that allows you to create custom digital creations that resemble you
Other games have 3D camera technologies that scan the gamer’s face and create games that adapt to the emotions of the gamer. For instance, if you happen to have a couple of grimaces at the game, the system automatically adjusts the difficulty of the game.
- Gesture control
In a bid to make gaming easier and more interactive, the gaming industry has adopted technology that allows gamers to interact with their device better. By simply waving your hand and making other natural movements with your body, the 3D camera that tracks various separate points in your body, makes it possible for you to play first-person combat games.
- Over-the-top graphics
A couple of years ago, games made use of 8-bit graphics. However, as advancements continued, games were created with higher image quality increasing playability. Currently, images are fully rendered, and some games have photo-realistic textures.