AR is going to play such an infinite role in our lives that we have to establish clear ground rules respecting everyone's rights. That means open platform and open ecosystems and protections that put user privacy first.
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I would play games long enough to discover what games were doing and how they were doing it. And then I'd spend the rest of my time building.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote reflects the journey of learning from experiencing games to creating them.
In this quote, Tim Sweeney emphasizes the importance of understanding the mechanics and creativity behind games through exploration and play. He suggests that once one comprehends how games function and their underlying principles, the next step is to channel that knowledge into building one's own creations, fostering innovation and growth in the field.
Themes
GamesBuildingLearningInnovationCreativity
In practice
Example use cases
In a talk about game design, you could use this quote to inspire budding developers.
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