by Kourosh | Jun 24, 2008 | On Technology
“Play itself is a lot like art. It’s one thing to talk about making games as art, but playing has a lot in common with art; play is experimental like art is, it’s creative … it’s flexible … it’s immersive. You get in...
by Kourosh | Jun 21, 2008 | On Technology
I haven’t played World of Warcraft in, I think, years. I didn’t realize it had changed so much that the characters themselves were seeking novelty in new realms … (Video from wegame.)
by Kourosh | Jun 18, 2008 | On Music, On Technology
“Why Has Modern Music Lost So Much Impact?” asks John Degrazio of Kings of A&R. He suggests that the overall quality of music has declined in recent years and that great music and artists are harder to find. I don’t agree with all of his points....
by Kourosh | Jun 16, 2008 | On Technology
Massively points out a nicely written piece on Kotaku about a gamer who “powerlevels” a character. The story is presented in three parts: Part I Part II Part III Powerleveling is a type of service, generally considered against the rules, for...
by Kourosh | Jun 13, 2008 | On Mind, On Technology
If you’re the least bit interested in the psychology that surrounds video games, please check out Dr. Yee’s Daedalus Project. Massively points out various additions to the site that I will have to make of reviewing myself. His works have spanned...
by Kourosh | Jun 10, 2008 | On Mind, On Technology
Games are increasingly being recognized as having educational potential. For example, The Escapist points to an article listing a top 25 sims and games for the classroom. But even games that do not consider themselves “edutainment” can hold...
