Playing video games on PC is as popular as ever, and the future looks extremely bright. Most certainly, we’ve come a long way since the inception of the industry, playing basic 2D games such as Pong and Tetris.
Depending on your preference, there are many different online games for you to try. Many will charge for the game, and you may also choose in-game purchases such as skins. Alternatively, nowadays, plenty of PC games are completely free to start playing, allowing you to test before spending your hard-earned cash on extra rewards.
With all this in mind, we take a look at what we expect in the next decade regarding PC games. The technology breakouts and general trends going forward.
Let’s dive in.
More Social Aspect
Of course, many of us use PC games to catch up with friends while enjoying our preferred games. Yet, in the future, we can expect this trend to grow even stronger and social aspects to be integrated even further.
For instance, connecting social media accounts will be more seamless, and the user interface of past play and performance will become more accessible. For instance, if you are based in New Zealand, you’ll be able to connect with other players in your region and view all the most salient facts about your gaming experience.
This is already the case with many strategy games, but it will even extend to online casino games, which, at present, lack social mobility. Going forward, you’ll be able to play the New Zealand online pokies, claim a bonus, and interact with other enthusiasts on the site.
VR/AR
Advances in virtual and augmented reality go hand in hand with a better social element when playing PC games. Instead of experiencing a shooting game on a 2D screen, you’ll be able to wear a headset and use a controller to emulate a soldier’s experience.
Albeit, this has already started with PlayStation and Oculus Rift. But the advances expected to be made in the next generation will be extensive. This will be the case with the user interface, and most importantly battery life.
For instance, one criticism of Apple’s Vision Pro is the battery life. The battery industry is already going through a monumental stage, increasing usage and safety concerns. This is all pushed through the need for electric vehicles. But PC gaming and virtual reality headsets will also pioneer new technologies, to provide the end user a longer and more immersive experience.
The Cloud
One up-and-coming trend all PC gamers are looking forward to is cloud gaming. Imagine a Netflix or Disney+ but for all your favorite games. That means there is no need to wait hours to download games, instead, everything is rendered in HD instantly.
This technology is paired with a better internet connection. The rollout of 5G has been a success, and many countries in the world are implementing fiber technology for faster internet speed. Moreover, satellite internet technology such as Starlink will help create cloud gaming as a viable option.
With satellite internet capabilities, the wifi connection never goes down, and the coverage is much more stable than that of regular cables under the ground. Currently, it’s a lot more expensive than conventional wifi, but with economies of scale, the price will drop in the future.
Final Words
Every PC gamer is excited about what the future holds. Games are becoming even more detailed, and with the inception of virtual/augmented reality, the experience will become way more immersive and feel almost real.
Yet, the internet connection is still a big barrier to innovation. Hopefully, with stronger internet such as fiber, and satellite, the concept of cloud gaming, and limited lagging is on the horizon.
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