fact or fiction
Is it fact or merely fiction? Fact or Fiction explores the myths and beliefs we hold about the gaming universe and its virtual inhabitants.
We're Losing Video Game History Every Day
On October 27th, 1980, a really beautiful thing happened. The United Nations Education, Scientific, and Cultural Organization, also known as UNESCO, released a statement regarding the preservation of film. After more than 80 years, the film industry was finally being given significant historical status. Films were to be treated with far more respect than they had in the past, as they were now considered “an expression of the cultural identity of peoples, and because of their educational, cultural, artistic, scientific and historical value, form an integral part of a nation’s cultural heritage” that “have an increasingly important role to play as a means of communication and mutual understanding among all the peoples of the world.”
By Christina Smith8 years ago in Gamers
Education Via Gaming: How Gaming Is Making It Possible for Kids to Learn Better at School
Schools using gaming as a way to better education is not a new thing; not by a long shot. If you're like most Millennials, you probably remember the days you spent in the computer lab playing Oregon Trail. The game, which was all about teaching kids the hardships that settlers had to deal with when they were going out West, has become a cherished memory among millions of school kids since it was first created in the early 90s.
By Ossiana Tepfenhart8 years ago in Gamers
Why 'Overwatch' Represents Fan Demand for Diversity in Video Games. Top Story - July 2017.
One of the big hot button topics in gaming culture has been diverse representation – or, rather, the fan demand for diversity in video games put out by big developers. While many fans don't mind playing a character who is different than themselves (indeed, I don't think many people are space marines or the like), many video game fans have expressed their desire to see variety in the line-up of heroes.
By Anthony Gramuglia8 years ago in Gamers
