Gaming Sites (Edexcel IGCSE Ict)
Exam board Pearson Edexcel · IGCSEUpdated 2024-06-24
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Gaming sites
What are gaming sites?
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A gaming site is an online application that hosts a game on a remote server for users to play
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Sometimes these games are multiplayer
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Gaming sites offer features that:
- Enhance the gameplay
- Build a community
| Enhance the gameplay | Matchmaking- connect users with other users of a similar skill level Leader boards - allow users to track progress and compare with others Cloud saves - save game progress online, ensures no issues if a user changes devices Microtransactions- small, in game purchases allow users to personalise characters (cosmetics) DLC- downloadable content that offers game expansion |
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| Build a community | Friends lists/chat - allow users to connect online Voice chat - allows users to communicate directly with other users whilst in the game Livestreaming - allow users to stream gameplay so that other users can watch and interact Esports - host tournaments where users compete for prizes |
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