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  220.                            <h2 class="heading"><a href="https://blog-847756768626.mit-edu.top/post/3864017952">Dynamic Role Allocation in Multiplayer Games Using AI-Driven Insights</a></h2>
  221.                            <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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  247.                            <h2 class="heading"><a href="https://blog-847756768626.mit-edu.top/post/4207813596">The Ethics of Game Addiction Mechanisms in the Context of Adolescent Gamers</a></h2>
  248.                            <p class="info">This paper explores the increasing integration of social media features in mobile games, such as in-game sharing, leaderboards, and social network connectivity. It examines how these features influence player behavior, community engagement, and the overall gaming experience. The research also discusses the benefits and challenges of incorporating social elements into games, particularly in terms of user privacy, data sharing, and online safety.</p>
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  254.                                    <strong>Harold Matthews</strong>
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