On Gaming

Is 2008 the year of gaming? CNET seems to think so, based on their recent article on this subject . It's notable that an authority such as CNET recognizes the growing importance of the gaming phenomenon, but I'd challenge the assumption that gaming is exploding simply because of the myriad of new products and increased sales. These observations overlook the real driving force, that today's games are created for a more mainstream audience rather than for a niche group of players . In addition... Read More...

Once upon a time, computer and console games were the bread and butter of geeks – they brought on the image of people glued to their monitors and lost in a world very far from reality. More recently though, that stereotype has begun to erode. Entire generations are now growing up with digital activities as their main source for entertainment and learning. Other gaming platforms, such as the Nintendo Wii, are already making strides by appealing to non-typical gamers. Understanding how these trends... Read More...