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Current Software Technologies

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There are many software's online that anyone can use to develop their own games. Although each one can only do so much they still contribute to the development. An example of both 3D and 2D application is Unity, arguably the most popular game development software. By signing up for Unity you have access to online tutorials, codes and assets. The software allows you user to download any assets for their chosen game weather in 2D or 3D  you have the option to switch instantly. Its perfect for game developers as its not very limited, unlike some software it may only help you in certain areas. Whereas, unity allows you to build your level using any asset you import and from there on you can add scripts to code whatever you want. Additionally no matter where you are into development it has the feature of letting you play the game to test it out. Once you've finished you can even render out your game as it comes with a real time rendering engine. Adding on, another example ...

Past, Present and Future of Gaming Platforms

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(sorry Leigh i wrote a lot) Through out the years Videos games and consoles have developed, with each year they are improved greatly with new features added every time. But what is a Video game console? its a electronic device that is able to output a video signal or image to display a video game that one or more people are able to play. Back when they were first made they weren't not as advance as technology was still new and less popular as it is today. Arcade The first arcade machine was built in 1971 before home consoles were even made. The game it plays is apparently a one on one version of "Asteroids" without the debris. Shortly after the well known game today "Pong" was made in 1972, it was the first successful electronic "ping pong" video game.It proved to be popular but imitators held back the company from dominating the new market. Although today they have been switched out for hand held consoles they too have evolved. With motion c...