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Minecraft’s future is a gazillion metaverses

Game Daily

Minecraft has been making massive inroads into education during the Microsoft era, and next year sees the arrival of the Planet Earth 3 DLC, in association with the BBC. Last year, she gave a speech on how games like Minecraft can intersect with the concept of the metaverse in order to make the world a better place.

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Mastering Metaverse: John Krajewski’s Eco Adventure

Game Dev Unchained

The conversation shifted from the nuances of game development to the larger, looming concept of the “metaverse.” The premise is thrilling: “You are building a virtual society inside of an ecosystem,” Krajewski explained. “This is what we’re building with Eco ,” Krajewski said.

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5 Reasons to Sign Your Kids Up for Online Python Classes

Real Programming

Kids can build up their fundamental coding skills free from computer-related distractions like file-folder navigation, file-paths, and others. They’ll even learn concepts like the Pythagorean theorem. Because RP4K embeds gamification concepts into the lessons, the class will be its own type of game. Python is Attainable.

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Using Coding to Keep Your Kid's Mind Sharp During Summer Break

Real Programming

All the hurdles and difficulties related to COVID-19 have only made this balance harder to strike. Let’s check out the ways RP4K balances fun and education. Embedding gamification concepts into the pedagogy gets children hooked on learning coding and STEM skills. Young Teachers in Small Groups.

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How to Keep Kids Motivated for Coding as School Resumes

Real Programming

It isn’t easy balancing a busy schedule , and you don’t want to get your child’s hopes up for a fun online coding class only to have them dashed because they’re the lone student. In some cases, our teachers not only played Minecraft but learned how to build custom Minecraft modifications in RP4K classes they took as students!

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How to Design the Mechanics of Your Board Game

Brand Game Development

The core engine is the bare minimum set of mechanics and concepts you need to have a functioning (but not necessarily fun) game. I had been very into the original VS. System from Upper Deck and wanted to create a game that required a player defeat the opposition by using two resources, base building, and unit building.

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2021 Predictions #1 Puzzle Games Becomes the Top Grossing Genre on Mobile

Deconstructor of Fun

Facebook Gaming helps developers and publishers to build, grow and monetize their games. This is done through in-depth research, insights and case studies as well as innovative marketing solutions and education materials. Our 2021 predictions have been sponsored by Facebook Gaming. Last Year’s Predictions - Scorecard.

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