With numerous new technologies and innovative solutions hitting the market as it seems like on a daily basis, it’s no wonder that the iGaming industry has come a long way. Since the 1940’s when the online gaming industry came to be, there were so many new technologies, trends and changes in the market that it would be virtually impossible to mention all of them. With that in mind, it’s quite obvious why it is extremely important that any individual that operates within this market pays close attention to these trends and tries to implement them in their products, so that they stay relevant on the market. So, without further ado, let’s see what some of the latest tech innovations in the igaming industry are.
AR integration
For quite some time now, developers and experts alike were trying to come up with a way to implement AR technology into various online gaming platforms. This technology offers the user a chance to completely submerge themselves in the world of augmented reality and enjoy their gaming experience to the fullest. Up until recently, this tech was only available for non-mobile devices because of its high processing power requirements but, nowadays, it has become widely available for mobile users as well.
VR technology
Similar to AR, we can expect to see the rise of VR technology in online games as well. It’s probably every gamer’s dream to completely enter the world of the game they’re playing and fully immerse their senses in such scenery, which would make their gaming experience that much better. Companies and developers alike are coming up with intuitive ways to allow their users to interact with such simulations. Now, while in the past, the users were required to have the proper gaming setup in order to be able to tap into the amazing world of virtual reality, nowadays, it’s enough to simply have a smart device that’s compatible with the VR equipment – such as the VR headset.
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AI technologies
Since AI technologies have become so popular that virtually every industry is trying to get their hands on it and implement it in their solutions, it’s no wonder that the gaming industry has got their hands on it as well. From the world of online gambling to the other types of gaming, developers are now slowly finding the ways to implement this awesome tech in every type of game possible. Not only that, but machine learning and AI have made it possible to categorize your emails and enjoy numerous other benefits outside the gaming world.
Cloud-based gaming
Simply put, the fact of the matter is that everything is slowly migrating to the cloud, so it’s no wonder that online games found their way there as well. Nowadays, you’re no longer required to obtain expensive GPUs and the latest gaming equipment in order to be able to fully enjoy a particular game. Instead, you can simply stream your game on a particular device that meets the game’s requirements and enjoy it without breaking the bank on expensive gear. Furthermore, cloud-based gaming even allows players to try out cross-platform gaming, meaning that now, finally, Mac users can access numerous games they otherwise would have never been able to try out.
Broadband technology
Broadband technology is allowing gamers to connect with each other on a global scale, making real-time multiplayer features available to everyone. While this is definitely not the freshest tech solution out there, it’s something that is virtually crucial in the world of online games nowadays. It offers players easier in-game purchase options, eases the downloading process and allows for seamless management of game libraries.
Blockchain
Blockchain technologies are also being implemented in online games. Aside from the cryptocurrency, blockchain technologies are used for improved cybersecurity as well, which is very attractive to any gamers that deal with in-game online transactions. Furthermore, this tech allows its users to have true ownership of the items and equipment they’ve purchased in-game, which is definitely something any gamer can truly stand to benefit from.
Design without a fault
With such huge technological innovations, it becomes practically mandatory to follow them up with a design that has no room for imperfections. Nowadays, there’s simply no room for pixelated textures and odd, disproportionate shapes and figures in the gaming industry and the accent is put on making everything look as realistic as possible. There have even been some instances where players complained about the texture of the sand in the game not looking real enough, and sunrays not hitting the ground at the proper angle (Fallout 76). So, in order to stay relevant in today’s gaming industry, you need to make sure you stay on top of the current trends and try to implement new solutions as soon as they appear on the market which will give you a competitive advantage and make you more appealing to your target audience, which is every business’s end goal.
Emma is a business strategist, passionate traveler and yoga aficionado. In love with coffee, interior design, books and good vibes.
