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  96.                    <p class="lead mb-4 text-center">Thanks to Carol Campbell for contributing the article "The Longitudinal Impact of In-Game Friendships on Player Well-Being".
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  221.                            <p class="info">This paper explores the psychological effects of mobile games on children and adolescents, focusing on cognitive, emotional, and social development. The study analyzes how exposure to different types of mobile games—ranging from educational games to violent action games—affects cognitive abilities, social skills, and emotional regulation. Drawing on developmental psychology and media studies, the research examines the short- and long-term implications of mobile gaming for children’s learning outcomes, attention span, and behavior patterns. The paper also considers the role of parents and educators in guiding children’s gaming experiences, offering recommendations for responsible gaming and age-appropriate game design.</p>
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  247.                            <h2 class="heading"><a href="https://oqrujb.mit-edu.top/post/0861427935">Game Asset Fractionalization: Economic and Technological Implications</a></h2>
  248.                            <p class="info">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>
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