The term ‘machinima’ describes the use of real time computer graphics engines to create cinematic productions. Machinima is a portmanteau of the words “machine” and “cinema” and is one of the more practical examples of collaboration between technology and longform art. I came across this term and description as I was researching film director Sheetal…
“Everyone is becoming a gamer, even if they don’t self-describe as gamers. There is now less of a stigma to playing games, and it’s no longer seen as a ‘guilty pleasure.” Casey Chafkin, cofounder of Skillz. “Gaming is no longer relegated to the basement. I’d like to say that it’s had it’s coming out of…
Dots. Neon. They move, they change colour, they change shape. I chase the dots and my anxiety builds, I’m not a good loser. I hold onto the squiggle line and eventually I am defeated. But I play again and again, the game is methodical and rather difficult. Young indie developer Brandon Kynoch’s third release this…
Having been captivated by the world of gaming from when he received a PlayStation for his 7th birthday, Cukia Kimani knew that he wanted to be part of that world. “From the moment I put it on and saw the magic on the screen, I knew I had to become one of those magicians making…
