Meaning and types of Computer games
Computer
The computer is an electronic device which can receive information (input), store information for a period of time, and can process and give out data as output.
A game is an activity or sport usually involving skill, knowledge, or chance, in which you follow fixed rules and try to win against an opponent or to solve a puzzle.
Computer Game
A computer or video game is any interactive game operated by computer circuitry. The machines on which electronic games are played include:
1 Personal computer
2 Arcade consoles
3 Video consoles connected to home television, etc.
4 Handheld game machines
Computer games usually combine sound and graphics (pictures and drawings), and range from traditional games, such as chess to fast moving (action) games.
Types of computer games
1 Nature park
2 Beach rally
3 Vehicle rally
4 Play station
5 Tennis
6 Scrabble
7 Crickets
8 Soccer
9 Volleyball
10 Handballs
11 Basketballs
12 Golf
13 Table tennis
14 Badminton
Component of a computer Game
- 1. Game pads
- Keyboard
3. Laser mouse - Monitor
- Ups
- CPU
- Memory.
Reasons for playing computer games
Computer games are played for the following reasons:
1 Entertainment
2 Challenges
3 Education
4 Recreation
5 To reduce tension
6 Relaxation
Strategies & Activities
Step 1: Teacher revises the previous topic
Step 2: Teacher introduces the new topic.
Step3: Teacher endeavors to explain all the points to the pupils thoroughly.
Step 4: Teacher welcomes pupils’ questions.
Step 5: Teacher evaluates the pupils.
Assessment & Evaluation
- List the various types of computer game machines.
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