Assassin's Creed: Valhalla - Historical Contexts

Question 1

What is the history of video games?

Answer 1

• Video games are a relatively new media form.
• There has been an exponential growth of this form since the 1970s.
• This has been due to the rapid technological development of video game consoles, allowing them to have more photo-realistic graphics, online capabilities and more interactive game-play elements.

Question 2

What sub-culture has emerged from video games?

Answer 2

• The growth of the industry has also seen the development of ‘the Gamer’.
• This has become a sub-culture in which video games target an audience who are much more active and passionate about video games and the consoles they play.

Question 3

How have technological advancements impacted video game regulation?

Answer 3

• Technological development has also impacted the regulation of video games.
• Video games can now be downloaded directly to the console or PC, bypassing the strict regulatory processes if the audience were purchasing the game in-store.