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  93.                    <span class="d-block text-center">Elizabeth Martinez</span>
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  100. <p>Mobile gaming has democratized access to gaming experiences, empowering billions of smartphone users to dive into a vast array of games ranging from casual puzzles to graphically intensive adventures. The portability and convenience of mobile devices have transformed downtime into playtime, allowing gamers to indulge their passion anytime, anywhere, with a tap of their fingertips.</p>
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  220.                            <h2 class="heading"><a href="https://blog-098194372265.mit-edu.top/post/1498032657">Assessing the Efficacy of Gamified Assessments in Higher Education</a></h2>
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  247.                            <h2 class="heading"><a href="https://blog-098194372265.mit-edu.top/post/0216459387">The Impact of GDPR on Mobile Game User Tracking and Personalization</a></h2>
  248.                            <p class="info">This study explores the integration of augmented reality (AR) technologies in mobile games, examining how AR enhances user engagement and immersion. It discusses technical challenges, user acceptance, and the future potential of AR in mobile gaming.</p>
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