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Video games as a genre of creative expression - 1 views

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shared by Eliza Hansell on 04 Apr 10 - Cached

Eliza Hansell on 04 Apr 10

With heavy talks about game censorship and the effect of violent games on young minds and so forth, this article outlines a new "positive" wave of video game that could see it as a true art form and sense of expression. It gives rise to new thought about the nature of interactivity in gaming and the existentialist turn that games have taken in their design and thought processes.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">With heavy talks about game censorship and the effect of violent games on young minds and so forth, this article outlines a new "positive" wave of video game that could see it as a true art form and sense of expression. It gives rise to new thought about the nature of interactivity in gaming and the existentialist turn that games have taken in their design and thought processes.</div>

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Korea to impose gaming curfew to curb minors' playtime - 0 views

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shared by Jaeun Yun on 26 Apr 10 - Cached

Jaeun Yun on 26 Apr 10

South Korean government started invervention to game addiction among the country's youth. it mgiht be pretty sad news for gamers but I agree with this. Too much violent and adult content computer games are indsicriminately exposed to anybody including chidlren. I am always surprised by the language and behaviour of the kids when they play computer games in internet cafes. As game addiction has been on the social issues for many years, it is time for the authorities to do the action.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">South Korean government started invervention to game addiction among the country's youth. it mgiht be pretty sad news for gamers but I agree with this. Too much violent and adult content computer games are indsicriminately exposed to anybody including chidlren. I am always surprised by the language and behaviour of the kids when they play computer games in internet cafes. As game addiction has been on the social issues for many years, it is time for the authorities to do the action.</div>

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Consoles on the way out, says game luminary - 1 views

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shared by Eliza Hansell on 12 Apr 10 - Cached

Eliza Hansell on 12 Apr 10

This article provides a glimpse into the future of computer games where consoles are no longer needed. Portable technologies being introduced by Sony could see this form of gaming fazed out. I suppose it's like the Discman.. do you even remember what they look like?

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">This article provides a glimpse into the future of computer games where consoles are no longer needed. Portable technologies being introduced by Sony could see this form of gaming fazed out. I suppose it's like the Discman.. do you even remember what they look like?</div>

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New XBox game: Wake into a nightmare - 0 views

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shared by Eliza Hansell on 01 May 10 - Cached

Eliza Hansell on 01 May 10

The transition from traditional structures of storytelling in games to a more television-based episodic one is brought up in this article. It makes us think whether we should start thinking about games as an art form, and whether we should be classifying them the same as films and introducing an R18+ rating.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">The transition from traditional structures of storytelling in games to a more television-based episodic one is brought up in this article. It makes us think whether we should start thinking about games as an art form, and whether we should be classifying them the same as films and introducing an R18+ rating.</div>

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The Pain Game - 0 views

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shared by Eliza Hansell on 19 May 10 - Cached

Eliza Hansell on 19 May 10

An interesting article about virtual reality games being used in health care. It's good to see that interactivity in games helps patients in their recovery process.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">An interesting article about virtual reality games being used in health care. It's good to see that interactivity in games helps patients in their recovery process.</div>

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'Rape Simulator' game adds to Government's calls for censorship - 0 views

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shared by renae englert on 31 Mar 10 - Cached

renae englert on 31 Mar 10

The Government's plan for censorship would allegedly mean the majority of the population wouldn't be able to access this game. But those who were tech-savvy enough, and wanted to enough would be able to.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">The Government's plan for censorship would allegedly mean the majority of the population wouldn't be able to access this game. But those who were tech-savvy enough, and wanted to enough would be able to.</div>

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SMH against violent video games sold to kids through laxness - 0 views

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shared by Andra Keay on 13 Mar 10 - Cached

Andra Keay on 13 Mar 10

"A national review of computer game classification laws is currently in progress and work is also under way to develop proposals to improve compliance by retailers."" The article also leads with the factlet that Aust is one of only Western nations WITHOUT an R18+. On this front, the current internet governance proposals looks like a lay down misere.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">"A national review of computer game classification laws is currently in progress and work is also under way to develop proposals to improve compliance by retailers."" The article also leads with the factlet that Aust is one of only Western nations WITHOUT an R18+. On this front, the current internet governance proposals looks like a lay down misere.</div>

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Government receives 55,000+ submissions on R18+ games | EFA - 0 views

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shared by Tamsin Lloyd on 11 Mar 10 - Cached

Tamsin Lloyd on 11 Mar 10

55 000 submissions have been received under the Australian Government's review on the introduction of an R18+ rating for games in Australia.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">55 000 submissions have been received under the Australian Government's review on the introduction of an R18+ rating for games in Australia.</div>

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Lurching in protest at gaming classifications - 1 views

www.smh.com.au/...sifications-20100327-r42v.html

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shared by David Sams on 29 Mar 10 - Cached

David Sams on 29 Mar 10

Sydney gamers protest the lack of an R18+ classification in the city centre on Saturday, dressed as Zombies from the controversial game Left 4 Dead 2, which has been censored for release here.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">Sydney gamers protest the lack of an R18+ classification in the city centre on Saturday, dressed as Zombies from the controversial game Left 4 Dead 2, which has been censored for release here.</div>

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85% Of MA15+ Games Were Rated '17 And Older' In USA - 1 views

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shared by Qi Li on 11 Apr 10 - Cached

Qi Li on 11 Apr 10

In this article, candidate of Gamers 4 Croydon provide a persuadign statistics that 85% of Ma 15+ Games were tated "17+" in the USA, and 50% were rated 18+ by the Europe's PEGI. He calls for a R+18 game classification.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">In this article, candidate of Gamers 4 Croydon provide a persuadign statistics that 85% of Ma 15+ Games were tated "17+" in the USA, and 50% were rated 18+ by the Europe's PEGI. He calls for a R+18 game classification.</div>

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Overwhelming support for R18+ games rating - 0 views

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shared by Eliza Hansell on 12 May 10 - No Cached

Eliza Hansell on 12 May 10

This article talks about the landslide percentage of support for the introduction of the R18+ classification as being a direct result from a ruthless push by EB games. It sums up the status of the games censorship war in Australia, outlining the key stakeholders' arguments on both sides.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">This article talks about the landslide percentage of support for the introduction of the R18+ classification as being a direct result from a ruthless push by EB games. It sums up the status of the games censorship war in Australia, outlining the key stakeholders' arguments on both sides.</div>

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Iranian computer game makes reformist Mousavi a target - 0 views

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shared by Eliza Hansell on 23 May 10 - Cached

Eliza Hansell on 23 May 10

An interesting article that surrounds the current political unrest in Iran as the anniversary of the 2009 'election' comes around. It's interesting to see how a computer game can be used in political games...

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">An interesting article that surrounds the current political unrest in Iran as the anniversary of the 2009 'election' comes around. It's interesting to see how a computer game can be used in political games...</div>

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Jane McGonigal: Gaming can make a better world | Video on TED.com - 1 views

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shared by David Sams on 24 Mar 10 - Cached

David Sams on 24 Mar 10

Can gamers make a better world? Game developer Jane McGonigal seems to think that all gamers possess the skills needed to save the world. Overall it is a pretty good speech with some very valid points and, at the very least, it'll make you feel better about being a gamer. http://www.youtube.com/watchv=dE1DuBesGYM&feature=player_embedded

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">Can gamers make a better world? Game developer Jane McGonigal seems to think that all gamers possess the skills needed to save the world. Overall it is a pretty good speech with some very valid points and, at the very least, it'll make you feel better about being a gamer. <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watchv=dE1DuBesGYM&feature=player_embedded" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.youtube.com/watchv=dE1DuBesGYM&feature=player_embedded</a></div>

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'Rape simulator' game goes viral amid calls for censorship - 0 views

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shared by Andra Keay on 31 Mar 10 - Cached

Andra Keay on 31 Mar 10

Controversial! But the article summarises many of the difficulties of most opinions on this divide... does bad stuff justify bad laws? The second comment - re why do media exacerbate the situation? is also pertinent. The internet has changed power and social relations causing disequilibrium amongst existing controls and power structures and social norms. This marks a highly contested border dispute.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">Controversial! But the article summarises many of the difficulties of most opinions on this divide... does bad stuff justify bad laws? The second comment - re why do media exacerbate the situation? is also pertinent. The internet has changed power and social relations causing disequilibrium amongst existing controls and power structures and social norms. This marks a highly contested border dispute.</div>

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Your Turn: The perils of activism - 0 views

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shared by Eliza Hansell on 05 May 10 - Cached

Eliza Hansell on 05 May 10

This is a blog that deals with everything to do with games. This post talks about Australian classification laws applying to international games companies when they choose to allow Refused Classification games into Australia. The question of borders comes to mind when reading this somewhat long and unedited post, but it certainly gets us thinking about the scope of Australia's antiquated classification laws...

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">This is a blog that deals with everything to do with games. This post talks about Australian classification laws applying to international games companies when they choose to allow Refused Classification games into Australia. The question of borders comes to mind when reading this somewhat long and unedited post, but it certainly gets us thinking about the scope of Australia's antiquated classification laws...</div>

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Nintendo Files Lawsuit against Repeat Piracy Offender - 0 views

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shared by Louise McClean on 26 May 10 - Cached

Louise McClean on 26 May 10

Nintendo VS NXPGAME. Filing lawsuit to repeat offender who was asked by Nintendo to desist in selling illegal video game copiers which allowed users to download, play and distribute NintendoDS and DSi games. Piracy in the video game market is a widespread problem to which video game companies are also taking an agressive stance.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">Nintendo VS NXPGAME. Filing lawsuit to repeat offender who was asked by Nintendo to desist in selling illegal video game copiers which allowed users to download, play and distribute NintendoDS and DSi games. Piracy in the video game market is a widespread problem to which video game companies are also taking an agressive stance.</div>

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WWF launches fantasy corporate social responsibility game - 0 views

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shared by Tom Champion on 30 May 10 - Cached

Tom Champion on 30 May 10

And I thought the 'Fusion Powerplant" in Sim City 2000 being a peak accomplishment of the game was enough of a green message. Choose your industry and try to be a 'good' CEO. It seems like a kind of layman's e-learning on social responsibility for managers, or perhaps is the ideal way to train us MTV-generation managers of the future.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">And I thought the 'Fusion Powerplant" in Sim City 2000 being a peak accomplishment of the game was enough of a green message. Choose your industry and try to be a 'good' CEO. It seems like a kind of layman's e-learning on social responsibility for managers, or perhaps is the ideal way to train us MTV-generation managers of the future.</div>

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Blog post 1: Forbidden Fruit: Black Market Spurred on by Games Censorship - 6 views

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shared by Eliza Hansell on 29 Apr 10 - Cached

Eliza Hansell on 29 Apr 10

Blog post number 1

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Wolfire programmer: poor PC ports, not piracy, hurt business - 0 views

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shared by Louise McClean on 10 May 10 - Cached

Louise McClean on 10 May 10

Head programmer of Wolfire games, David, also talking about the methods of measurement for analysing economic losses through piracy that do not truly reflect losses terms of real world consumer spending

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">Head programmer of Wolfire games, David, also talking about the methods of measurement for analysing economic losses through piracy that do not truly reflect losses terms of real world consumer spending</div>

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Japanese Hentai: The construction of the 'other' in games censorship - 2 views

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shared by Eliza Hansell on 27 May 10 - Cached

Eliza Hansell on 27 May 10

Blog post 3

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