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I recently had a chance to mix two of my passions together: driving simulators and game testing. I have been playing driving simulators for a while now, always wondering how closely they can simulate not just real-life scenarios, but everything down to the limits of physics. While researching this, I came across few concepts that are common in simulator studios, but have been absent in conventional game studios.  It is important to understand that a simulator should primarily be seen as a training tool rather than just an entertaining experience. Keeping that in mind, I read about training scars. Training Scar Let me explain. A training scar is an incorrect or bad habit that a person develops during training that can make an action inadequate, inefficient, or in some cases, counterproductive. This is easy to develop while working with simulators, as there are several aspects where the simulator does not completely replicate real life. One training scar that come...

Let's talk about the incredible role music plays in video games. It's not just background noise, it sets the whole mood! Think about the haunting melodies of 'Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time,' the epic score of 'Assassin's Creed II,' or the sea shanties of 'Black Flag.' These soundtracks are just as important as the graphics and story in creating the game's atmosphere. Try this experiment, Fight Cleric Beast in Bloodborne with Music turned off and see how it becomes about 10 times easier and you will realize the impact of music in creating environment, in this case of tension. I am really hoping that the remakes of these games keep that same epic feel in the music. I am especially excited for the 'Prince of Persia: Sands of Time' remake. What are some of your favorite video game soundtracks? I am new on YT Music and want to steal ideas for an epic playlist. Originally published as LinkedIn Post