We are thrilled to announce that FootAR has been featured in the December edition of the Essential Madeira Islands magazine, a special issue dedicated to the rapidly growing video game industry. This marks another significant milestone in our journey as one of the 22 partners involved in the eGames Lab, an initiative positioning Portugal to be a major player in the global gaming market.
🎮 The Rise of the Gaming Industry
The video game market has seen explosive growth in recent years, with profits now surpassing those of other entertainment industries, such as film. This special edition of Essential Madeira Islands dives into the factors driving this growth, exploring how companies like FootAR are contributing to the innovation taking place within this dynamic sector.
💡 Portugal’s Role in the Global Gaming Landscape
The eGames Lab, a consortium led by WOWSystems, brings together a diverse group of companies and institutions. The partners in this consortium include Yacooba, Redcatpig, Infinity Games, WalkMe Mobile Solutions, FootAR, Fapptory, Solvit, 4Spiro, Greener Act, Cookies, NOS, Jupiter Wisdom, and Dream Expectation. The consortium also includes research centers, development institutions, and public and private entities such as ACIF, AFTM, AJEM – Associação de Jovens Empresários Madeirenses, APCA, CMF/ITI-LARSyS, IST.ID, PACT, and Startup Madeira.
🔍 Key Themes in Gaming and Technology
The magazine covers a range of exciting topics, including:
- The importance of sound in large-scale game productions.
- The application of blockchain technology in video games for enhanced security.
- The role of multidisciplinary skills in game development.
- The growing demand for higher education courses that prepare talent for the gaming industry.
- Research in serious games, artificial intelligence, and augmented reality.
As part of the eGames Lab, FootAR is proud to contribute to these discussions, especially in the realm of augmented reality. Our work in AR technology is playing a crucial role in transforming how sports fans experience their favorite games, and we are thrilled to see our contributions being recognized on such a prestigious platform.
🌍 Madeira: A Prime Location for Global Businesses
The magazine also highlights the advantages of working in Madeira for European and American companies. With its unique blend of innovation, creativity, and strategic location, Madeira is quickly becoming a prime destination for tech companies looking to tap into global markets.
🤝 Partnership with Startup Madeira
This edition of Essential Madeira Islands is the result of a collaboration with Startup Madeira, a driving force in the region’s innovation ecosystem. Startup Madeira has been instrumental in supporting transformative projects like FootAR, enabling us to push the boundaries of what’s possible in augmented reality.
đź“– Discover More in the Full Edition
As the magazine says, “Now, just like the start of a video game, choose your seat, sit back, and click play.” Dive into this captivating edition to learn more about the exciting developments in the gaming world, and how FootAR is helping to shape the future of AR in sports.
Check out the latest edition of the magazine here ⤵️
Stay tuned as we continue to innovate and contribute to the growth of the gaming and tech industries. We’re excited to be part of this journey and to share our story with you!