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Manuel is a passionate, driven, and techsavvy AV technician, artist and music composer with over ten years of experience, specializing in the captivating world of music and entertainment.

Manuel is an expert in creating soundtracks for short filmsfeature films and video games.

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What Is Mmorpg?

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MMORPG stands for Massive Multiplayer Online Role-Playing Game, and it is a genre of computer game where there are hundreds, commonly thousands, or even millions of players from all around the world.

In this type of game, players enter a virtual fantasy world and assume the roles of their own created characters, who are tasked with missions and objectives. A website serves as the host of the game world or realm, and players enter this virtual world to act out the roles they have chosen and pursue the quests or tasks they have set for themselves. This creates an interactive experience, even when players are not actively playing the game. Essentially, life in this virtual world continues much like life goes on in the real world.

For example, in an episode of World of Warcraft, a viral outbreak was caused by a spell that made players sick and infected others. Chaos and confusion ensued as the condition spread, and players scrambled to find safety. Eventually, a safe haven was established, and the issue was contained, but the experience was eye-opening due to its realistic circumstances.

Reflecting humanity’s inherent desire for extraordinary powers, many MMORPG games like World …

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Guitar Scale and Tips

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If you want to learn how to play scales, it’s important to start by understanding how the major scale works before moving on to more complex ones. This means that different musical scales work for different genres of music. For example, the blues scale follows a different pattern than the diatonic or pentatonic scale. While it’s important to read about scales as a beginner, it’s beneficial to study chords first before fully grasping the significance of guitar scales.

Spelling out the notes as you play them will help you remember your chords and scale progressions. Additionally, when you’re just learning a scale, take the patterned progressions as slow as possible and gradually increase your speed as you become more comfortable. Keep in mind that once you’ve mastered the pattern, challenge yourself by pushing your limits. This not only improves the flexibility of your fingers but also trains your mind to adapt to the speed of your hands.

If you’re a beginner with limited knowledge of scales, it may be time to invest in learning at least the major scale to become more versatile in playing the guitar Strumming Practicing The Guitar - Practicing the guitar takes time

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The Art Of Video Game Design

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Starting in 1979, video games slowly began to invade homes, captivating the attention of young kids and adults alike. The first video game was produced in Japan, and it has since undergone significant evolution over the years. Video games have not only become a hobby for children, but they have also become an obsession for young adults. People are constantly in competition with one another to own the newest and greatest video games. They also compete against each other to conquer the challenging levels in highly demanding games. With individuals constantly seeking new challenges, the field of video game design has surged in popularity.

Children are becoming fascinated with video games at a young age. To prevent them from becoming passive in front of the television, video game design companies are incorporating education and exercise into their games. Companies like V-tech and Leap Frog use colors, numbers, and words to teach young children how to read and count. One recent game that has revolutionized the video game industry is Nintendo’s Wii. This game system utilizes games that incorporate physical activity. Game users are required to use their physical abilities to complete tasks such as fishing, …

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A Technical Overview Of The Sony PSP 3000

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The Sony PSP 3000 is the latest addition to the handheld gaming family, offering more features and advantages compared to the PSP 2000 model. One notable aspect is its compact size, which is even smaller than the Slim&Lite version.

Most handheld PSPs have a similar appearance with minimal size differences. However, the new PSP 3000 is better known for its full-featured peripherals and smaller size compared to its predecessors. Users can enjoy an enhanced screen while using a microphone or headphones. Undoubtedly, this model provides a memorable user experience, thanks to the screen’s protection against bright sunlight.

Players can communicate with their contacts through the integrated Skype feature. While this is a multifaceted aspect, the device’s greatest strengths lie in its gaming capabilities, both online and offline. The impressive 4×3-inch screen will captivate players during their gaming sessions.

Owners can play games online via Wi-Fi, watch movies, listen to music, and access images. In addition to its slim and lightweight design with excellent color reproduction, it retains the playback features of previous models.

The system is compatible with older TV models that do not support high-definition standards. Overall, the device is 0.63 inches thick and 2.81 x …

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A Review Of Four Popular PS3 Headsets

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If you’re looking for a PlayStation headset, whether it’s a PS3 wireless headset or a Bluetooth headset, there are many options to choose from. When I purchase a PlayStation headset, I usually go for the one designed specifically for the PS3, but other players in my circle prefer gaming headsets to play their PS3 games online. Let’s review them here to help you decide which one is best for you.

The PlayStation 3 Bluetooth Headset is specially designed for the PS3 and works great with the system. The sound quality is excellent with minimal echo. Some users have mentioned that the earpiece can become uncomfortable after extended use, so you may need to take breaks to rest your ears.

The volume and mute buttons on the headset are conveniently located, and it is easy to switch from one ear to the other if needed. It offers great voice quality, and you have an on-screen display of the headset’s volume, mute, and power level, which comes in handy to keep track of battery life.

The sound quality is great when playing multiplayer games like Uncharted 2, and I have no trouble hearing my teammates. You can sync it …

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The best games on the Kinect are soon to be launched

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The Xbox Kinect is a relatively new gaming system that has quickly gained popularity among gamers. If you’re a true gamer, chances are you already have it in your home. Sales for the Kinect are still going strong, and more and more games are being released for this fantastic gaming device, capturing the interest of a growing number of people.

Perhaps you already own a Kinect and, like me, you’re an avid gamer who wants to play as many games as possible. In the next few minutes, let’s take a look at some of the top games available for the system.

Two of the most popular games on the Kinect are Kinect Sports and Dance Central. These games have both received an impressive 9.2 rating upon review, which is outstanding. With the Kinect, you’ll use your body as the controller, eliminating the need for wires and gamepads that tend to break easily. Whether you’re playing sports like volleyball or engaging in a dance-off, you’re guaranteed to have a lot of fun!

There are numerous games available for the Kinect, and you’ll definitely have a great time playing them. From sports games like basketball, baseball, tennis, and boxing, …

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