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The study also explores the potential for cloud gaming to democratize access to high-end mobile games, allowing players to experience console-quality titles on budget devices, while addressing concerns related to data privacy, intellectual property, and market fragmentation.</p><p>The future of gaming is a tapestry woven with technological innovations, creative visions, and player-driven evolution. Advancements in artificial intelligence (AI), virtual reality (VR), augmented reality (AR), cloud gaming, and blockchain technology promise to revolutionize how we play, experience, and interact with games, ushering in an era of unprecedented possibilities and immersive experiences.</p><p>This research explores the evolution of game monetization models in mobile games, with a focus on player preferences and developer strategies over time. 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