Accessibility Became a Standard Feature and It Took Regulation
Options for disabled players went from rare to expected. Studios that led got credit; regulation is making it universal.
Tag: gaming
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Why Cheating in Online Games Is So Hard to Stop
The defender is at a structural disadvantage, and the reasons are worth understanding.
Mobile Is Most of Gaming and Gets a Fraction of the Attention
By revenue and by players, mobile dominates. Coverage and cultural weight remain with consoles and PC.
How to Play Good Games Without Spending Much
The cost of gaming is largely optional. Several approaches reduce it substantially without giving much up.
Game Genres Explained for People Who Do Not Play
The terminology is impenetrable from outside. Here is what the main categories actually mean.
How to Actually Get Better at a Competitive Game
Playing more does not reliably improve you. Deliberate practice does, and it looks different.
How to Keep Access to the Games You Bought
Digital purchases are licences that can be revoked. A few habits protect access.
Why Old Games Are Selling Better Than Ever
Re-releases, remasters and emulation devices are a growing market. The reasons say something about the current industry.
A Practical Guide to Children and Video Games
The evidence on screen time is less alarming than headlines suggest. What matters is more specific.
Starting a Game Stream: What Actually Matters
Not the equipment. The things that determine whether anyone watches are elsewhere.