Gaming Technology: Engines, Clouds, and Immersion
Gaming Technology: Engines, Clouds, and Immersion From console roots to modern devices, gaming technology sits on three pillars: engines, clouds, and immersion. Engines run the game logic, render graphics, and provide tools for designers. Clouds offer extra power for streaming, large worlds, and live services. Immersion blends visuals, sound, and interaction to pull players into the game world. Game engines like Unity and Unreal Engine dominate today. Unity is known for its ease of use and strong support for mobile and 2D games. Unreal Engine shines with high-end visuals and complex scenes, thanks to its robust rendering features and C++. Each engine has its own asset stores, pipelines, and learning curves, so teams pick what fits their project and skill set. For smaller teams, Unity can accelerate prototyping; for big adventures, Unreal helps push photorealism. ...