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  220.                            <h2 class="heading"><a href="https://blog-391102776831.mit-edu.top/post/6438971250">Player Modeling in Mobile Games: Predicting Retention and Spending</a></h2>
  221.                            <p class="info">This research explores how mobile gaming influences consumer behavior, particularly in relation to brand loyalty and purchasing decisions. It examines how in-game advertisements, product placements, and brand collaborations impact players’ perceptions and engagement with brands. The study also looks at the role of mobile gaming in shaping consumer trends, with a particular focus on young, tech-savvy demographics.</p>
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  247.                            <h2 class="heading"><a href="https://blog-391102776831.mit-edu.top/post/5269801473">The Role of Mobile Games in Bridging Generational Technology Gaps</a></h2>
  248.                            <p class="info">This paper examines the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) in the design of mobile games, focusing on how AI enables adaptive game mechanics that adjust to a player’s behavior. The research explores how machine learning algorithms personalize game difficulty, enhance NPC interactions, and create procedurally generated content. It also addresses challenges in ensuring that AI-driven systems maintain fairness and avoid reinforcing harmful stereotypes.</p>
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  254.                                    <strong>Christopher Robinson</strong>
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