The Evolution Of PC Games
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In today's world, we are more interested in hot topics such as virtual reality. The fabled pixel graphics of the past are long gone, and likely only to return when a bit of nostalgia is in order. But how did we get to the life-like video games of today, and where are we going as a society?

PC Games and Peripherals

PC games have been using peripherals for quite some time. They seek to make a better experience for PC gamers by making a realistic experience. A PC gamer may, for instance, choose to use a steering wheel or joystick to simulate driving a car or flying an airplance.

But the most common PC game peripherals are gamepads- surely not the most advanced, but the most common. Gamepads are popular for making the playing experience easier- not necessarily more lifelike. A first person shooter player may, for instance, use a gamepad to use "hot keys" to do certain commands- such as talking to teammates or changing weapons.

The Evolution of PC Games and Graphics

In the olden days, pixel art was popular for in-game graphics. Pixel art is the act of making stunning graphics just based on editing individual pixels in an image. In fact, a 3D look could be given on an actual 2D image, something we now call "2.5D."

Today, almost everything is in 3D. This means that almost everything a PC gamer interacts with has some type of 3D model, object, or sprite associated with it- even if it is a 2D game! This allows for more realism in PC games, and thus, gives the PC gamer a better experience.

How PC Games Dominate Society

It seems that everywhere you look there is another MMORPG or RPG PC game that is taking over countries all over the world by storm. Some such as World of Warcraft are even pulling in over 5 million users each month in online game play.

Obviously, PC games have had a large impact on society. It will be interesting to see how things pan out in the future as PC games become ever more popular in due time.

PC Games of the Future

Frighteningly enough, products are being tested that can react to a human's brain activity. Essentially, this brain activity can be used to control an object in PC games- giving humans the superpower they have dreamed of for decades!

Another interesting technology is holographic technology. This type of technology allows for humans to interacts with photons of light, meaning that we can interact with fake objects! This is truly a remarkable technology, and we can only hope that its debut it PC gaming will be swift in the coming decades.
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