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  101. <p>Accessibility initiatives in gaming are essential to ensuring inclusivity and equal opportunities for players of all abilities. Features such as customizable controls, colorblind modes, subtitles, and assistive technologies empower gamers with disabilities to enjoy gaming experiences on par with their peers, fostering a more inclusive and welcoming gaming ecosystem.</p>
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  220.                            <h2 class="heading"><a href="https://blog-804052697879.mit-edu.top/post/1760592834">Mobile Games as Mediators of Cross-Border Historical Narratives</a></h2>
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  247.                            <h2 class="heading"><a href="https://blog-804052697879.mit-edu.top/post/2617809453">Exploring the Role of Eye-Tracking in Enhancing AR Game Mechanics</a></h2>
  248.                            <p class="info">This study explores the use of mobile games as tools for political activism and social movements, focusing on how game mechanics can raise awareness about social, environmental, and political issues. By analyzing games that tackle topics such as climate change, racial justice, and gender equality, the paper investigates how game designers incorporate messages of activism into gameplay, narrative structures, and player decisions. The research also examines the potential for mobile games to inspire real-world action, fostering solidarity and collective mobilization through interactive digital experiences. The study offers a critical evaluation of the ethical implications of gamifying serious social issues, particularly in relation to authenticity, message dilution, and exploitation.</p>
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