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Jun
Online gaming is not only shaped by players—it is also heavily shaped by the way games are designed. Every menu, reward, sound effect, and mechanic is carefully built to guide how players think, feel, and behave while playing. Online games are internet-based video games where players interact with real people in real time. Because millions of players engage with these systems daily, game design becomes a powerful force that influences attention, motivation, and even playing habits. There are many types of online games, and each uses different design styles. Competitive games focus on ranking systems and skill-based matchmaking. Role-playing games…