Game Management Research Articles

Analysis of the State-of-art Implementations for Artificial Intelligence in Gaming

As a matter of fact, Artificial Intelligence (AI) stands out as a crucial area of interest, seeing significant integration across diverse sectors. The gaming industry's evolution has further escalated the integration of AI, leading to an increased necessity for sophisticated game AI systems. These systems, crafted to emulate the cognitive actions and decision-making abilities of humans, enable the automation of game creation and dynamic game management. In order to give a better account of the application of AI in the game field, this study will introduce the following contents. First of all, this study will introduce what is AI, the second is to introduce the three kinds of application scenarios of AI in the game field; the third is to make a prediction on the future fusion of AI and the game industry. According to the analysis, the current features as well as limitations and prospect will be demonstrated at the same time. Overall, these results shed light on guiding further exploration of AI in gaming.

SONY’S GAMING DEVELOPMENT STRATEGY

This scientific article is devoted to the research and analysis of the development of the gaming industry at Sony. The study attempts an in-depth analysis of the multifaceted aspects of the development and evolution of the gaming business within this company, starting from its first steps in the gaming market, and up to the current situation in the entertainment industry.The article includes a historical overview of the development of Sony’s gaming department, from the release of the company’s first game console and the development of franchises, to the release of the latest game consoles and iconic games. The study also examines key strategic steps taken by the company in the gaming business, including an emphasis on exclusive content, partnerships and the promotion of online services.

The influence of a business game on the formation of the internal lexical-semantic context of a speech act: an empirical study

Introduction. Modern tendencies in education require the training of specialists for the labour market, taking into account the changing requirements and influence of the environment. The influence of sociocultural contexts is reflected in the system of human relations with the world, manifested in actions and motives, represented in the speech act. The individual internal lexical and semantic context of a speech act is deterministic by subjective predictors (type of communication, meaningful roles, consistency of the Self-real/Self-ideal, rigidly bound constructs). The article was aimed to show how the business game of the contextual type influences the formation of the individual internal lexical and semantic context of each student of the experimental group. Materials and Methods. The study covered two academic years and involved students (N=39) studying in the academic year 2021/22 in the 1st year and in the academic year 2022/23 in the 2nd year). A contextual type business game was developed for the study. The technique of repertoire lattices of J. Kelly, Cotherapeutic computer system «Kelly», methods of mathematical statistics (χ2 -Pearson for identifying the degree of consistency of nominative features - type of communication, consistency of I-real and I-ideal on the basis of role preferences) were used. Measurements were taken before and after the business game. The results were processed using the computer program «Statistica» (vers. 12). Results and discussion. It was revealed that the contextual type business game influenced the subjective predictors of individual internal lexical-semantic context of each student's speech act. Obtained on the basis of the technique of repertoire grids, personal bipolar constructs, processed in the computer system «KELLY», allowed to identify the role preferences and consistency of the real self and the ideal self, the type of communication, and individual rigidly connected constructs. Mathematical and static analysis revealed a statistically significant shift in the change in the type of communication (χ2 = 6.838; p < 0,05) before and after the business game. Conclusion. The experiment showed that a contextual business game creates conditions for the formation and development of communicative, conflict-related, sociocultural competencies.

Assessment of the Higher Education System as a Structural Component of the Region's Staffing

The relevance of the study lies in the fact that at present, in the conditions of the economic crisis, a shortage of highly qualified and professional personnel is becoming noticeable, which is caused by the unstable situation in the regions, trends in rapidly changing working conditions. It becomes clear that for a stable socio-economic system, regions and organizations within it need to be prepared for structural changes. The purpose of the study is to assess the higher education system as a structural component of the staffing of the region. Objectives: to analyze the dynamics of registered and liquidated organizations; to identify the ratio of indicators of the total population and the economically active population; to consider the per capita indicators of monetary incomes of the population of the Kursk region; to investigate the number of students enrolled in bachelor's, specialty and master's degree programs; to systematize the list of educational institutions of higher education located in the Kursk region; to present the disproportions of demand and supply of human resources by types of economic activity and in the professional and qualification context. Methodology. This article uses empirical research methods in the study and analysis of statistical data. Results. In the course of the study, the analysis of the current state of the higher education system as a structure-forming component of the staffing of the region was carried out, the disproportions of demand and supply of human resources by types of economic activity and in the professional and qualification context were revealed. Conclusions. Based on the conducted research, it can be concluded that the problem of supply and demand in the labor market is currently acute, since the development of the region's economy depends on the solution of personnel issues. One of the possible solutions to the personnel "hunger" within organizations can be step-by-step cooperation with universities and students of the desired field of training: internships, internships, round tables, business games and other methods of interaction between educational organizations and partner organizations.

Developing Critical Skills and Design Thinking via Practical Classes in Higher Education

This article explores the importance of developing critical and design thinking skills in university education. With the growing demand for creative and innovative professionals in various industries, it is essential for universities to provide students with the opportunity to develop these competencies through hands-on activities. The authors argue that a hands-on learning approach, such as project assignments, case studies, business games, model and systems design tasks, can help students develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and communication skills needed in today's rapidly changing job market. Design thinking is also becoming a core competency, capable of helping students effectively solve complex problems, develop innovative solutions, and make creative decisions. The article presents various methods of teaching practical classes for economic specialties and discusses the benefits of including such classes in the learning process. By highlighting the benefits of hands-on learning for student development and career growth, this article aims to encourage higher education institutions to adopt a more hands-on approach to education, helping students become well-rounded and employable graduates. The authors emphasize the importance of teacher assistance, acting as mentors and coaches, to contribute to the development of creative thinking and innovative approaches in students. Based on the study's results, recommendations were developed to create conditions for the development of students' critical and design thinking. Compliance with these conditions will enable universities to improve the quality of education in terms of forming competencies and enhancing graduates' competitiveness in the labor market.

Features of scientific research work of future aviation specialists

The article presents the peculiarities of research work of future aviation specialists. It is noted that higher education institutions in the aviation field pay considerable attention to ensuring the scientific and research component of the use of modern educational technologies for the professional training of future specialists. The purpose of the study was the analysis and peculiarities of the research work of aviation institutions of higher education, aimed at the formation of research skills and professional skills. The methods of research were the analysis and generalization of scientific literature on the organization of research work in higher education, ICAO documents regulating the flight safety management system for air transport. Features of research work for students of higher education at aviation institutions are singled out, in particular: application of the problem-based learning method through the analysis of aviation regulatory documents and investigation materials of aviation events; simulation of real professional situations through a business game (imitation simulation), where the student is given the opportunity to be a pilot, air traffic controller, dispatcher-instructor, aviation shift leader, etc.; student conferences as an opportunity to present professional research work; simulator (practical) training; the practically oriented character of the educational program – the involvement and use of the work experience of aviation specialists-practitioners. The criteria for ensuring the effective organization and implementation of research work of future aviation specialists are summarized, which is the complexity, consistency and comprehensiveness of learning and use of methods and technologies of conducting scientific research, implementation of their results, the continuity of research work according to training courses, the logic of the complication of methods, types and forms of scientific creativity

Monetization Models in the Gaming Industry: A Comparative Analysis of In-game Purchases, Subscriptions, and Free-to-play Strategies

This publication devotes its attention to the commercial aspects of the gaming business, with a particular emphasis on investigating the various monetization techniques that are utilised by game developers and publishers. A complete examination of in-game purchases, subscription-based services, and free-to-play tactics is the goal of this research. The analysis will compare the economic viability of these techniques, as well as their impact on player engagement and their potential to be sustained over the long run. The purpose of this study is to provide those working in the gaming business with insights into the changing landscape of gaming commerce. These insights will aid industry professionals in making educated decisions regarding the creation of revenue and the pleasure of players. The gaming industry has witnessed unprecedented growth in recent years, and as it continues to expand, the focus on commercial strategies becomes increasingly critical for developers and publishers. This journal aims to delve into the intricate world of gaming commerce, specifically scrutinizing the diverse monetization models prevalent in the industry. By thoroughly examining in-game purchases, subscription-based services, and free-to-play strategies, this research seeks to unravel the economic intricacies, assess their impact on player engagement, and evaluate their long-term sustainability.

Winter game crop plots for gamebirds retain hedgerow breeding songbirds in an improved grassland landscape

The cause of recent population declines in some farmland/hedgerow breeding bird species in the UK is related to a lack of cover and food resources in winter. In improved grassland areas some of those declines have been particularly acute and some have been shown to be related to the availability of grass and weed seed in winter. The provision of seed‐bearing crops as part of AES options has been shown to benefit some of these birds. Game crop plots sown on shooting estates for holding and driving gamebirds in autumn and winter have been shown to hold relatively high densities of farmland and wood‐edge birds during the winter.We studied breeding songbirds in hedges in a primarily improved grassland area in the SW of England where there are some large shooting estates that sow relatively large game crop plots (1–5 ha) in the landscape. In this study we found that otherwise similar hedges in terms of size and density near to those winter game crop plots, had between 1.5 and 2 times as many breeding resident songbirds per unit length the following spring compared to hedges further away from game crop plots. This was despite game management in these plots being wound down during February and in many cases, the crops themselves being removed by mid‐March. Hedges within approximately 350 m from game crop plots had more breeding birds. We discuss possible mechanisms and suggest that some passerines preferentially establish breeding territories in hedges near to game crops in late winter. We suggest how to distribute game crop plots to maximise any benefit in an improved grassland landscape.

The Conceptual View of the Department of Combat use of Communication Units on the Creation of a Training Game Complex for Training Military Specialists on the Basis of Leadership

Today’s cadet leader is tomorrow’s officer, a professional capable of integrating knowledge and solving complex problems in a full-scale war with incomplete information, being a leader and authority for the personnel. Most of the time, cadets study in study groups using traditional technology, which is not enough to form a professional cadet leader. With the advent of computer technology, students’ and cadets’ motivation to learn using traditional teaching methods has paradoxically begun to decline rapidly. The problem of the quality of training of military specialists for the needs of communication and cybersecurity units is not reflected in the publications reviewed. However, significant progress has been made in the use of computer technology as the basis of training tools for ground forces units. Similar training complexes are actively used in NATO member states in the military education system in the training of air force pilots (navigators). Therefore, the author chose the improvement of the educational process at the Department of Combat Use of Communication Units in combination with the methodology of professional-business game for the development of a cadet leader in professional training courses (L-1B) of the tactical level of military education as the direction of research. The purpose of the study and the article is to substantiate the conceptual view of the department in the need to build a computerized training complex for training officers of leaders in professional training courses (L-1B) of the tactical level of military education, capable of using communication units based on computer games. Fragments of the game mechanics of stimulating the interest and motivation of cadets to study, for example, electronic shooting range, and learning Morse code, are considered. Game mechanics is a proof of a professional business game in the course of the discipline: Combat use of military communication systems and complexes of the course of professional military education (professional course of tactical level L1B).

Application-Oriented Pattern Analysis Utilizing the SPTA Algorithm for Efficient Targeted Sequential Pattern Mining

In the gaming business, esports, also known as competitive gaming, has ushered in a new age that has brought up some innovative issues. One of these challenges is determining the level of player competency based on their plans and talents. Using game traces from Rocket League, a one-of-a-kind "soccer with rocket-powered cars" game, this investigation focuses on the automatic recognition of skill shots, an essential component of player performance. Challenges arise for classic pattern matching algorithms due to the unique characteristics of each skill performance. A Player Skill Modeling through Data-Centric Patterns (PSM-DCP) strategy that uses pattern mining and supervised learning techniques offers a solution to this issue. To highlight the potential of our system for player modeling shows that it can efficiently detect a wide variety of Rocket League abilities and shots. Also confirm the efficacy of this technique by conducting a comprehensive set of tests, which reveals that it is able to effectively differentiate and evaluate skillshots. The study results have a wide range of implications for various applications within esports. These applications include the improvement of match-making algorithms, the provision of assistance to game commentators in the form of insightful assessments, and the development of learning systems that are intended to improve player abilities. This study not only tackles the unique context of Rocket League, but it also offers a framework for exploiting data-centric techniques in esports analytics. This allows for additional developments and applications in competitive gaming, which opens up new paths for possibilities.

The Potential of Video Gaming in Addressing Global Issues

Currently, video games have become a rapidly growing industry in our globe. However, they are mostly seen as having a detrimental influence on society. This research aims to investigate and analyse the beneficial effects of the gaming business and its potential in addressing various global challenges. The modern environment has seen a significant upsurge in the video gaming business, establishing it as a swiftly expanding sector. This study aims to thoroughly investigate and explore the positive aspects of the gaming business, despite the common belief that video games mostly have negative impacts on society. By doing so, it aims to clarify the ways in which gaming positively helps to addressing various global concerns. These techniques include the areas of Education and Learning, Social Impact and Empathy, and Crowd-Sourcing and Problem Solving. 1. Education & Learning: Video games have the potential to revolutionize academics by providing immersive learning and interactive experiences. It may also aid in envisioning certain levels, which can facilitate a deeper comprehension. 2. Gaming may facilitate the comprehension of many cultures and enhance social awareness, hence contributing to social impact and empathy. Multiplayer connectedness facilitates emotional and mental connection, allowing players to build emotional bonds with game characters inside the gaming environment. 3. Crowd-sourcing and problem solving: Video games facilitate comprehension of global concerns via virtual reality, devoid of any real-world consequences. It enables the connection with a vast number of actors and addressing significant global challenges.

Efficacy of serious games for chronic pain management in older adults: A systematic review and meta-analysis.

To synthesise and appraise the evidence of the efficacy of serious games in reducing chronic pain among older adults. Chronic pain in older adults generally results in a substantial handicap due to decreased mobility, exercise avoidance and various concerns that affect their overall quality of life. While serious games have been widely used as a pain management approach, no reviews have thoroughly examined their efficacy for chronic pain management in older adult populations. A systematic review and meta-analysis. The CINAHL, the Cochrane Library, Embase, Medline, PubMed and Web of Science databases were comprehensively searched to find articles published from their inception until 17 April 2023. RoB-2 was used to assess the risk of bias in the included studies. The efficacy of serious games for pain management in older individuals was investigated using pooled standardised mean differences (SMDs) in pain reduction using a random effect model. The meta-analysis comprised nine randomised controlled trials that included 350 older adult patients with pain. Serious games effectively alleviated pain in this group (pooled SMD = -0.62; 95% confidence interval: -1.15 to -0.10), although pain-related disability and fear require further investigation. Serious games tended to effectively reduce pain in this older adult group; however, due to a lack of randomised controlled trials, the analysis found lower effectiveness in reducing pain-related disability and fear. Further studies are accordingly required to confirm these findings. The findings of the study emphasise the importance of serious games to increase the motivation of older adults to exercise as one of the safe and extensively used pain management strategies. Serious games that effectively reduce chronic pain in older adults are characterised as consisting of diverse physical activities delivered through consoles, computer-based activities and other technologies. Serious games are recommended as being potentially useful and practical for reducing pain in older adults.

Retracted: Model Value of Taiji Curve Algorithm in Economic Geographic and Natural Game Management Information System

Retracted: Model Value of Taiji Curve Algorithm in Economic Geographic and Natural Game Management Information System

Getting Ahead of the Game: Experiential Learning for Groundwater Governance in Ethiopia

Groundwater management is highly complex, with many users sharing the same resource often with limited understanding of their interconnectedness. Behavioral experiments (games) that simulate real-life common-pool resource use have shown promise as an experiential learning tool for improving resource governance. This study pilots an experiential learning intervention in Ethiopia using a groundwater game to help raise awareness of groundwater over-extraction and improve understanding of the importance of collective action in governance. In the Meki River catchment in Ethiopia, small-scale irrigation is expanding, but overextraction and competition over groundwater have not yet reached alarming levels. The groundwater game, adapted from India and including the addition of a rule-making round, was played in 15 villages with 30 groups. The game was accompanied by subsequent community-wide debriefing in each village to reflect on the experience and lessons learned, which stimulated discussions about groundwater governance. We surveyed participants to capture individual mental models regarding groundwater use and management, as well as any immediate learning effects. Focus group discussions in each village prior to the intervention and again six months after the intervention assessed possible lasting effects. The findings indicate cognitive, normative and relational learning, including increased understanding of groundwater dynamics (such as the joint effect of diverse water uses and users), the importance of collective action in resource management, and the benefits of communication. We find gendered differences in decision-making about resource extraction in the game and development of group-level resource management, confirming the need for gender-responsive approach to sustainable groundwater management interventions. We discuss community-wide learning and institution-building, and considerations for future intervention designs. We recommend embedding experiential learning, facilitated by local extension officers and other practitioners, in intervention packages that include both technical assistance on water-conserving technologies and groundwater management approaches and support in building communities’ institutional capacity.

Sport officials' use of observational learning.

Observational learning is a key tool for improving skilled performances. Sport officials (e.g., referees, umpires, and judges) might glean particular benefits from using observation, as most officials do not engage in traditional practice. Unfortunately, little is known about how observational learning can be of benefit to sport officials. Thus, the purpose of this study was to take an exploratory approach to learn more about sport officials' use of observation. Participants included 206 sport officials (170 male, 35 female, 1 not specified) from 17 sports (mainly ice hockey, soccer, lacrosse, and volleyball). Sport officials completed a 50-question online survey regarding their use of observational learning. Survey questions revolved around the reasons for using observation (e.g., to learn about positioning or rule application), along with when and how participants used observation (e.g., before versus after competitions; watching an unskilled versus skilled model). Participants used observation most frequently to learn knowledge and application of rules, personality and game management, and fitness and positioning/mechanics. Results revealed that participants preferred to use observation after their competitions, while watching other sport officials in-person, and while observing a skilled model who was correctly executing their tasks. In the discussion, we expand on the results, connecting it to previous research in sport officiating or observational learning. Lastly, we offer suggestions for future researchers that should help build our understanding of sport officials' use of observation.

Succession Planning and the Sustainability of Gaming Companies in Nigeria

Organisations throughout the world are founded to remain in existence forever. This is particularly typical of incorporated businesses, which are primarily distinguished by their eternal life. Few studies on succession planning have focused on small and medium-sized companies, with less emphasis paid to larger businesses, especially foreign-backed businesses as seen in the gaming industry. As a result, there is a knowledge gap in succession-planning lingo. The purpose of this research is to investigate the impact of succession planning on the sustainability of gaming enterprises in Nigeria. For this paper, a survey design was used. The study's population was 434 employees of gaming enterprises located in Lagos. Yamane's (1967) sampling algorithm was used to pick a representative sample from the general community, and primary data was collected using a structured questionnaire tailored to the study and validated. The Cronbach's alpha coefficients for the questionnaire varied from 0.850 to 0.775, with a rate of acceptance of 92.20%, and the data was analysed using descriptive and inferential statistics. According to the data analysis, succession planning had a significant effect on gaming business sustainability (R= 0.833a, R2 = 0.693, Adj. R2 = 0.691, F (298.475); p.000. Among the predictors, Career Development has a substantial impact, with a coefficient of 0.612 and a high level of statistical significance (p = 0.000), indicating that for each unit increase in Career Development, Business Profitability is expected to increase by 0.612 units. Similarly, Strategic Staffing and Performance Management Systems also show significant positive effects on Business Profitability, with coefficients of 0.089 (p = 0.001) and 0.222 (p = 0.000) respectively. These findings suggest that improvements in Career Development, Strategic Staffing, and Performance Management Systems are associated with higher Business Profitability. The researcher suggests that succession planning is crucial for the sustainability of gaming companies, ensuring adequate career progression and development for employees.

Habitat management carried out by hunters in the European turtle dove western flyway: Opportunities and pitfalls for linking with sustainable hunting

As described in many farmland birds of Europe, habitat loss is one of the main factors explaining the decline of the European turtle dove (Streptopelia turtur), a migratory columbid which breeds in the Western Palaearctic and winters in Africa. In the countries belonging to the western flyway (which host around 40–50% of the European breeding population), the species was hunted before the implementation of a moratorium in recent years, and it is known that habitat management is conducted to favour game and wildlife. Through a questionnaire we investigated the habitat management conducted in hunting grounds of France, Portugal and Spain (931 respondents), and the measures that may favour turtle doves. The vast majority of respondents were totally or partially in charge of game management (98%), but less than 50% were responsible for decisions regarding farming or forestry. The most frequent measures were supplementary food (73% of respondents), water provision (68%), forest management (50%) and agricultural management (47%). Land interventions were conducted in a high proportion of grounds, but at limited scale (<50 ha/hunting ground). In most cases, the management was self-funded by hunters and game managers. Habitat management measures were rarely targeted exclusively to the turtle dove; interventions were, in contrast, frequently part of management targeting various species simultaneously. Grounds with a tradition of higher number of hunted doves were those more likely to target the species in their management. The likelihood of implementing management tools was mainly linked to variations in hunting pressure rather than to perceptions of turtle dove population trends. As the turtle dove is favoured by the ecotone between woodland and farmland, it is crucial to promote and reward measures beyond food and water provision, involving agricultural and forest management, ideally accompanied by species’ monitoring in hunting grounds. As the current Adaptive Harvest Management Framework promoted by the European Union aims to link hunting opportunities with habitat enhancements, hunting grounds could be crucial to improve turtle dove habitats at large scale and help reversing current population trends.

An Overview of Casino and Gambling

A significant number of individuals engage in the gaming sector due to its association with financial prosperity. The gambling sector has experienced significant growth, leading to a heightened interest among the general public in its wealth and prosperity. Casinos that generate annual revenues in the billions have demonstrated remarkable resilience in the face of economic downturns. This research paper aims to investigate a relatively obscure domain within the gaming industry. It will employ a combination of scholarly theoretical analysis and empirical research to examine various aspects, including game categorization, the mechanics of gaming machines, effective marketing strategies employed by casinos, and the interplay between perceptions of gambling, psychological profiles, and behavioral patterns. The paper additionally investigates the efficacy of doubling and continuous betting techniques and provides recommendations pertaining to the marketing, management, and regulation of the gaming business.

The Role of Office Administration Education in the Digital Age

This article aims to provide knowledge and understanding about office administration training in today's digital age. Especially related to the capacity of managers in the field of office administration in the information age marked by digital technology. This study uses a deductive method. The method of discussion through observing the phenomenon of office administrative activities taking place in the field then involves theories and different perspectives expressed by experts in the field of administration and those who observe developments. technology development offered, as well as training for employees and office management games. Play an active role in every organization, because professional management of office administration will help organizational leaders have accurate, precise and timely data as a basis for decision making. The importance of the role of information in this digital age has led people to often refer to today's conditions as the information age. Deviating from that reality, each organization must position the office administration field accordingly.

Technological transformation in HRM through knowledge and training: Innovative business decision making

Human resource management (HRM) is a crucial aspect of the global economy, and there is a wealth of literature available on various aspects of managing human resources. There is a need to take these concepts and turn them into practical applications, and organizations and academic institutions have a vital role to play. By providing training and digital tools to enhance innovation and decision making, these entities can prepare the next generation of human resources and business leaders for the challenges they may face. This is especially relevant in light of the economic impact of pandemics and other unpredictable global events, which can have long-lasting effects on the economy. To address these challenges, a study was conducted to explore the potential use of business game simulators (BGS) as a solution. The results of the study are promising, showing that BGS can enhance pandemic preparedness, increase competitiveness, and provide a more comprehensive organizational viewpoint. To explore this hypothesis, the study used specific constructs, which were subjected to empirical processing and analysis. The results indicate that simulating past pandemics through BGS can help HRM and businesses be better prepared for future crises, and the BGS learning approach can offer a more realistic, global perspective for organizations.