The Game Starcraft

Huxley Rivers

Traducteur A AI

Maison d'édition: Publifye

Synopsis

"The Game Starcraft" explores how a single video game has revolutionized global gaming, strategy, and artificial intelligence. This book delves into Starcraft's profound impact on e-sports, strategic thinking, and AI development, highlighting its role in bridging cultural divides and inspiring military tacticians.
The game's influence extends far beyond entertainment, serving as a powerful tool for understanding and enhancing human cognitive abilities, particularly in strategic thinking and decision-making under pressure. The book traces Starcraft's evolution from its 1998 release to its current status as a global phenomenon, examining its mechanics, role in professional gaming, and contributions to AI research.
It draws on empirical studies, interviews with professional players, and insights from cognitive scientists and military strategists to support its arguments. The narrative explores how Starcraft has become a unique laboratory for studying human decision-making and influencing machine learning algorithms.
Written in an engaging style, the book balances academic rigor with accessible language, making complex concepts understandable to a general audience interested in technology and computers. It offers practical insights on applying Starcraft-inspired strategies to real-world problem-solving and addresses controversies surrounding gaming addiction and the ethics of e-sports.
By examining Starcraft's journey, the book provides a compelling exploration of how virtual worlds can shape our reality and push the boundaries of human and artificial intelligence.

Disponible depuis: 05/10/2024.

Longueur d'impression: 228 pages.

Science et Technologie

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