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Improving Game Immersion for Hearing Impaired Gamers: Sony Patents New Haptic Feedback System

Gaming is meant to be an immersive experience, transporting players into interactive virtual worlds. But for hearing-impaired gamers, crucial audio cues can be missed, disrupting that sense of immersion. Now, Sony is aiming to close this accessibility gap. As revealed in two recently published patents, Sony is developing software that would provide haptic feedback and…

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Sony Develops AI-Powered Account Locking Software to Protect Kids From Mature Gaming Content

Sony recently patented new software that uses artificial intelligence to protect kids from playing age-restricted games. The AI analyzes in-game behavior and chats to determine if a child is accessing a parental account. If so, it locks the account until the parent can regain access. How Would Sony’s Software Work? The AI examines several data…

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Tencent’s Struggles in Adapting Console Hits to Mobile: Cancelled A Mobile Game – Nier

Tencent recently cancelled a mobile game based on Square Enix’s popular “Nier” console franchise, according to Reuters. The cancellation shows the challenges Tencent faces in adapting big-budget console and PC games into lucrative mobile titles. Why Did Tencent Halt Its “Nier” Mobile Game? Tencent had been developing the unannounced “Nier” mobile game for nearly two…

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The Runaway Success of Palworld: What’s Driving Millions of Players to This Indie Pokémon Killer?

Palworld’s incredible sales numbers prove this scrappy indie game is giving Pokémon a run for its money. With over 19 million copies sold(12M on Steam+7M on Xbox), Palworld has exceeded expectations and tapped into a massive audience of monster-collecting fans. But what’s behind this little game’s meteoric rise? Let’s break down the key factors propelling…

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Netflix Doubles Down on Gaming for 2024: Get Ready For Squid Game, Rebel Moon, Virgin River and More

Netflix is going all in on gaming for 2024. The streaming giant just unveiled over 10 new game titles coming this year, including some based on its biggest original hits. It’s set to be Netflix’s biggest gaming year yet as it aggressively expands into interactive entertainment. So what can players expect from Netflix’s 2024 gaming…

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