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Can Video Games Prepare You for the Workforce?

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Unlike other sports and activities, gaming has always carried a reputation for being a “waste of time,” or “unhealthy.”

And while it’s true that gaming addiction poses major health risks, gaming under the right conditions can actually improve your chances of succeeding in the workforce. 

A recent study by Missouri S&T even found that gamers who played MMORPGs like World of Warcraft displayed the kind of employable qualities that are in high demand amongst employers looking for those who work well as part of remote teams. 

But how does your gaming experience help you find success in the workforce? Here’s a quick guide. 

Skills

Most of the skills you develop through gaming are termed “soft skills.” Soft skills include things like creativity, problem-solving, communication, and emotional intelligence. Games that require you to find creative solutions to problems through communication, teamwork, and critical thinking promote these soft skills and help you find success in the workplace. 

For example, let’s say you love playing first-person shooters like CS: GO. Well, while playing CS: GO, you’ve learned how to communicate quickly while under pressure, and have developed some serious team working skills. 

Gaming can also introduce you to the “hard skills” you need to succeed in your workplace. Hard skills refer to the technical knowledge and capabilities you need to be successful in a role. Oftentimes, these hard skills are niche and are taught directly by an employer or university. But they can also be learned through games. 

This idea applies best to folks who want to pursue a career in STEM. This is because gaming can spark an interest in STEM, as the two pursuits are closely related.  For example, games like Minecraft and Robocode teach gamers how to leverage design interfaces, and can help you improve your skills as a programmer. While this experience is unlikely to make it onto your resume, it will help you succeed when you land a job in the STEM field. 

Upskilling for a Career in Gaming

The gaming industry employs many, but it is also competitive, and you can’t expect to simply waltz into Rockstar or Ubisoft without a strong resume. Here are a few courses that will help strengthen your resume: 

  • Web Design Courses: web design courses teach you the basics of UX design and prepare you to create the interfaces that video games rely on. These skills are essential if you wish to get into gaming production. 
  • Degrees in Game Design: a degree in game design will give you the chance to explore multiple career options in gaming, so you can feel prepared to enter any project from scriptwriting to indie game production. 
  • PR Training: the gaming industry is a network of content creation, advertisement, reviews, and marketing. As a PR professional, you’ll be responsible for bolstering the brand image of a game or studio. 
  • MFA in Creative Writing: the folks who write your favorite video games are skilled writers who usually publish work in multiple forms like fiction, film, and music. By completing an MFA, you can expect to make professional connections and seriously improve your writing ability. 

Regular gaming can give you the skills you need to succeed in the workforce. However, in order to land a career in gaming, you should invest time and effort into career-specific courses which bolster your resume and help you stand out from the crowd. 

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Recruited Since Last Month: More Than Eight Million Helldivers 2 Players

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The relentless force of Helldivers 2 shows no signs of slowing down, as recent reports indicate that Arrowhead Games Studios, the Swedish developer behind the game, has sold over eight million copies since its release on both PS5 and PC just last month.

According to TD Cowen analyst Doug Creutz (thanks, VGC), who spoke to Bloomberg, it is believed that the game has exceeded expectations in terms of performance. It’s amazing how word-of-mouth buzz and the unconventional guerilla marketing strategy keep driving up recruitment numbers week after week. Arrowhead’s studio motto, “A game for everyone is a game for no one,” reflects their unwavering commitment to their unique internal design philosophy.

It appears that the PC community has recently surpassed the PlayStation fanbase in terms of player numbers and platform preference. However, thanks to crossplay, both groups continue to benefit from the growing popularity of gaming. Although it’s not particularly thrilling to see yet another service game achieve rapid success, the hardcore nature of Helldivers 2 fills us with optimism for Sony’s ongoing live gaming endeavors. We anticipate dedicating ourselves to the defense of Super Earth for many years to come.

What are your thoughts on Creutz’s sales estimate? Does it come as a surprise to you? Does it exceed or fall short of your expectations? Have you noticed any changes in your level of enthusiasm for the Democratic Party? Has it waned or grown stronger? We would greatly appreciate your feedback in the comments section below.

 

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Exciting news for gamers! A wide selection of PS5 and PS4 games are now available at discounted prices, but only for this weekend

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Don’t miss out on this limited-time opportunity to grab some amazing titles at a fraction of their original cost. Sony clearly understands the potential of the PS Store, as it consistently adds a plethora of new titles every week. This allows for future opportunities to offer discounts and promotions on these games. It’s evident that sales are consistently growing each month, with the introduction of time-limited weekend offers in addition to the usual sale events.

This weekend brings another round of exciting deals, with significant discounts on several popular PS5 and PS4 games. For instance, Star Wars Jedi: Survivor is now available for £35.99/$35.99, while DiRT 5 Year One Edition can be purchased for just £14.79/$15.99.

Here are a few other standout moments we noticed:

Hurry up and make your decision before the offers expire on March 19th. Don’t miss out on your chance to snag some great deals. For a comprehensive list of all the latest offers, make sure to visit this page. And don’t forget to share your purchases with us in the comments section below!

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Geoff Keighley’s Summer Game Fest on 7th June keeps the spirit of E3 alive

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E3 is long gone, but that doesn’t mean we won’t have any exciting video game events this summer. Geoff Keighley, the host, has just revealed that the highly anticipated Summer Game Fest event is making a comeback on Friday, June 7th, at 5 PT/5 p.m. ET/10 p.m. BST. The event will be streamed live from the YouTube Theatre in glamorous Los Angeles.

In a recent tweet, Keighley assured his followers that a large number of fans will be present at the event, both in person and online. He expressed excitement about the upcoming cross-platform showcase, where the future of video games will be unveiled. Presumably, PlayStation and other gaming companies will have their own separate livestreams. However, Sony has a tendency to support Summer Game Fest, so it’s worth keeping an eye out for any announcements from them.

If you’re thinking of going, tickets will be available for purchase starting on Tuesday, May 7th. It’s definitely an event worth noting on your calendar. So, what are your expectations for this year’s Summer Game Fest? Feel free to share your dream announcements in the comments section below.

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