Energy Consumption of Gaming Highlighted
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A solar-powered Minecraft server at Concordia University, called SunBlock One, ties gameplay to energy consumption. Powered by a solar panel and battery, players observe real-time energy metrics like battery levels and power usage within the game. Actions like flying deplete power faster, mirroring real-world energy challenges. This setup raises awareness about energy use and sustainability, promoting low-carbon gaming while envisioning collaborative global solar-powered gaming networks and competitions. It’s a step toward integrating environmental consciousness into gaming culture.
Read More – https://theconversation.com/how-a-solar-minecraft-server-is-changing-the-way-we-play-video-games-242473 with further academic research here (A Comparative Analysis of Energy Consumption Between the Widespread Unity and Unreal Video Game Engines)
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