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Using Video Game Skills to Improve Your Career

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Even though millions of adults in the U.S. regularly play video games, there are still some unfortunate stigmas surrounding gamers. Some people still view gamers as lazy or unmotivated. 

In reality, nothing could be further from the truth. 

While some video games are more stimulating and strategy-based than others, almost every game requires some kind of skill. If you’re an avid gamer and you’ve been doing it for a long time, you might be able to use those skills in your career. 

No, that doesn’t mean you should drop everything and start gaming for a living (even though that’s a reality for some people!). But, there might be ways to introduce the skills you’ve developed while gaming into your current career or that you can include on a resume when you’re hunting for a new job. 

So, what are some of the most desirable career skills that gaming can help with? Hit the pause button, and let’s cover a few. 

Soft Skills and Personal Growth

Many times, when people are looking for a job, they focus on hard skills. Those things usually come from years of experience or education. Hard skills can improve productivity in almost any career, and allow you to do specific job tasks extremely well. 

But, it’s often easy to overlook the importance of soft skills and how they’re connected with personal growth. Your soft skills are what will keep you from becoming stagnant in a job. Some examples of soft skills include: 

  • Strong communication skills
  • Teamwork
  • Adaptability
  • Problem-solving
  • Flexibility

Look at that list again. 

How many of those skills do you pick up through gaming? Whether you’re on a team working with other players around the world or you have to figure out very specific solutions to win a game, it’s all about utilizing your soft skills. Personal growth is incredibly important whether you’re looking for your first job post-college or you’re trying to move forward in your existing career. Give yourself room to explore, and use your soft skills (even the ones learned through gaming) to make the most of your career. 

Strategic Planning

We just went through a pandemic that put thousands of businesses across the country out of business. So many more had to temporarily close their doors, lay off employees, and cut back on other expenses just to stay afloat. Now that things are returning to normal, those businesses that managed to survive need to have a plan in place for the future. 

If you’re a gamer, you could be someone at the helm of strategic planning. Playing video games requires you to formulate a plan from start to finish, but it also requires you to change those plans based on unexpected situations. Video games promote your ability to think ahead and also on the fly, so you can develop a strategy that works no matter where you are. 

Similarly, your gaming skills can also make you a better leader. Multiplayer games require leadership if you want your team to be successful, and you might find yourself naturally falling into that role every time you play. 

Leaders tend to be organized, have strong communication skills, and understand the impact that their actions might have on those around them. They also have to inspire others to follow them and trust them. The best part? You don’t need an avatar to be a great leader. Those are skills that you can take beyond the screen and into the workplace to find a management position. 

Where Should You Be Working? 

As you can see, certain gaming skills can be used in a variety of different industries, including: 

  • Business
  • Marketing
  • Retail
  • Foodservice
  • Healthcare
  • Real estate

Maybe you already have a job in one of these industries and you’re not fully using your skills. Sometimes, it can be hard to make the connection between what you’ve picked up through gaming and how you can apply it in the real world. So, take some time to consider the skills you think you have, and how they can move you forward in your career – whether you’re already working or applying for a different job. 

But, if gaming is truly your passion, you can utilize the skills you’ve developed over the years within the gaming industry, itself. That doesn’t mean just playing games (although, again, that’s always a possibility!). There are so many careers within the industry that can combine your passion and your skills. Video game development companies are always on the lookout for writers, graphic designers, animators, audio programmers, and so much more. 

The more avid gamers are willing to make the most of their skills, the sooner the stigma surrounding video games will fade away. If you’ve never considered the skills you’ve harnessed as a gamer, take the time to think about how they might help you move forward in a career you love.

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New PS5 Patch Introduces Rare 40FPS Mode for Avatar Game

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Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora has received an exciting update that introduces a new graphical mode, elevating the game’s visual experience. With a smooth frame rate of 40 frames per second and enhanced resolutions, players can now immerse themselves in even more stunning and detailed environments. Now downloadable on PS5 with the latest patch 3.2, this mode is compatible with 4K TVs that can handle up to 120 Hz. Before this update, Avatar PS5 only offered quality and performance modes. However, with this new option, players can now enjoy the benefits of both modes after downloading the 2.4GB update.

Throughout the PS5 era, 40fps modes have been a rarity, much to the disappointment of the hardcore community. Insomniac Games first introduced them in Marvel’s Spider-Man: Miles Morales and later added the feature to Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart. They also included it in Marvel’s Spider-Man 2. Other PS5 titles, such as Hogwarts Legacy, Lies of P, and God of War Ragnarok, also offer 40fps modes.

In addition to that, Patch 3.2 for Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora brings along the following:

Worldwide:

  • Research Station Alpha now features a convenient Fast Travel option
  • The issue of controller re-mapping and resetting on game restart has been resolved
  • Addressed multiple instances of crashes
  • I corrected a few spelling errors
  • Addressed the issue of voice lines overlapping during dialogue

Primary Objectives & Optional Objectives:

  • [Main Quest: Shadows of the Past] This main quest is an intriguing journey into the depths of history. Addressed a bug that previously hindered quest progression in co-op mode

More bug fixes have been implemented.

  • [Available on all platforms] The rescued human characters no longer return to the Resistance HQ wearing masks
  • Available on all platforms. There is a noticeable improvement in the visibility of NPCs when they are at the edge of the Player’s vision

 

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Exciting news for gamers! The highly anticipated PS5 game Star Wars Jedi: Survivor will be joining EA Play on Thursday

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Update: It seems that the PS Store may have acted prematurely, as it has now been officially confirmed that Star Wars Jedi: Survivor will be added to EA Play on Thursday, April 25th, 2024. Once the active members are in, they’ll have the opportunity to download and play the complete game.

Original Story: Star Wars Jedi: Survivor, released in 2023, has been added to the EA Play subscription service. This exciting action-adventure game is now available for download and play at no additional cost for active members. While EA has yet to provide any official updates, you can head over to the PS Store and find it listed as “included with EA Play.”

Adding to the mix is the recent announcement of a forthcoming price hike for the subscription, affecting both monthly and yearly payment plans. Starting on May 10th, 2024, the monthly subscription fee will be increased from £3.99 / $4.99 to £5.99 / $5.99. For those who choose the 12-month commitment, the price will be £34.99 / $39.99, which is a £15 / $10 increase.

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In April 2023, the highly anticipated Star Wars Jedi: Survivor made its debut on the PS5. After thoroughly evaluating the game, we are pleased to announce that it has earned an impressive 9/10 rating in our review. We praised the game for its ability to build upon the first installment’s foundations and improve upon every aspect. “The combat is highly enjoyable and provides a plethora of options, while the exploration reaches new heights. The incorporation of Metroidvania elements adds an extra layer of depth, resulting in captivating puzzles and rewarding experiences.”

Click the link to access a comprehensive list of all EA Play games available on PS5 and PS4. Are you planning to give Star Wars Jedi: Survivor a try on the service? We would greatly appreciate your feedback in the comments section.

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Rest assured, the highly anticipated PS5 exclusive, Stellar Blade, will be available in its original, uncensored form across all regions

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Fear not; for those worried about potential censorship issues with the PS5-exclusive Stellar Blade, set to release on April 26th, Sony has got you covered. ShiftUp, the developer, proudly assures players that the game will maintain its uncensored content across all regions, including Japan.

We have to admit, we didn’t anticipate this as a potential issue or a potential selling point. The main character, Eve, and her revealing costumes have been heavily showcased in the game’s pre-release marketing. Nevertheless, it is pleasing to witness ShiftUp’s evident enthusiasm as their vision prepares to reach the hands of a vast number of players.

Regarding Stellar Blade, Yoko Taro believes it surpasses NieR: Automata, and we were pleased to learn that the game will be considerate of your PS5 storage capacity. The demo is now available for you to try, and it has nearly doubled the daily active users of Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth. This is quite impressive, especially considering it is the game’s first console showing.

Will you be there to experience Stellar Blade on its release day? It’s certainly a relief to witness the game remaining uncensored until the last moment. Feel free to share your thoughts in the comments section below.

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