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Pigs Can Play Video Games
Pigs might not be able to fly, but they can play video games. In a new study, researchers from Purdue University in Indiana, US have shown that pigs can use a digital screen and joystick, operated by their snout, to move a cursor around for rewards.
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A Sustainable Australian Video Game Industry? Production Rebates Are A Small, Important Step
In a first for Australia, the South Australian government has announced a new rebate for video game development. Companies will be able to recoup 10% of production costs on projects spending at least $250,000 in the state. This rebate is a strong step for the local industry, but more than one approach is needed to…
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How a Philosopher Found Solace Playing Red Dead Redemption 2
Just before the first COVID-19 lockdown started in Melbourne, I ran out and bought an Xbox – “for the kids,” you understand. I’d never had a games console, and I am certainly not the target demographic for Rockstar Games’ work: massive open-world behemoths like the infamous Grand Theft Auto series and 2010’s Red Dead Redemption.…
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Gaming Fosters Social Connection At A Time Of Physical Distance
As COVID-19 spreads around the globe, many of us feel we have no voice, no ability to affect change. There is nothing we can really do other than try to “flatten the curve”.