Photo: Unsplash The digital era is largely responsible for profound transformations in society. Everyday activities, such as working, studying and having fun, were excellently added to the virtual environment and provided with many facilities. And it is impossible to deny that, of all the sectors, none benefited as much as the entertainment sector.In the field of online entertainment, the possibilities are endless and every day new alternatives appear on the internet. From social networks, an authentic success in Brazil (one of the most connected countries through these channels); go through streaming platforms; and reaching electronic games, the driving force of the sector.
Precisely in the games segment, a revolution is giving new life to a series of traditional table and card games, which emerged before the invention of the Internet and which today are conquering a new generation of players.
Next, we will discover which titles are riding the crest of the digital wave, reviving old forms of fun in the online world. Check it out:
Mental Duel in the Digital World There is no debate, chess is the most popular board game in the world and its practice reaches people all over the world. Over the centuries of existence and transformation, the game grew and gained enormous relevance, especially during the Cold War, when the board became a battlefield between the United States and the Soviet Union.
With so many years of history, chess has alternated between periods in which it was a “fashionable game” and periods in which the sport was segmented and distant from the general public. With the digital revolution, the title gained fame and is experiencing a new moment in the online world.
The rise of websites specializing in the sport has brought together chess enthusiasts on the Internet. With several game modes including single matches, full championships and AI challenges, these platforms are ideal for players with and without experience.
Variety and tradition Casinos are part of the social imagination, whether through their traditional forms or through the various films that portray these places. Game rooms have been entertainment for centuries and new gaming options have been added throughout history.
With a wide variety of card and table titles, as well as slot machines, casinos have always been a ‘real’ entertainment option. Digital transformation has accelerated the creation of these environments in the online world.
Several specialized platforms have emerged and gained their place in the electronic games industry, with a selection of modalities that have triumphed in analog games and are now successful on the Internet.
Among card titles, blackjack is the highlight. Maintaining the fundamental aspects of the game – its dynamics and essence – allowed the modality to adapt to the new demands of the online world and the expansion of game modes, such as multi-hand blackjack, increased the level of challenge.
Slot machines, also known as slots, managed to take advantage of technological tools to expand their game catalog and add new themes, such as ancient civilizations, mythology, as well as series and films – based on contemporary hits. This variety has made the game one of the most sought after.
Photo: Unsplash The emotion of cards Card games are always a guaranteed fun option, and an example that makes many people happy and others sad is UNO. The game's difference is a series of special cards that, when they appear, force people to perform actions, such as “+4”, causing the next player to draw 4 cards and pass their turn. Such ‘forces’ are fundamental to guaranteeing the emotions of each match.
In the digital world, UNO bet on a trend and managed to prevail. The best versions of the game are designed for smartphones, following the Mobile Game wave and the popularity of mobile devices as a gaming platform. On Android, one of the most popular operating systems, the title has already been downloaded more than 100 million times.
In conclusion, the digital revival of traditional games like chess, UNO and casino titles represents an exciting evolution in the way these classics are played and enjoyed.