Twitch streaming is a way to share our experiences online. Local Palm Desert business owner, Dajana Menjivar, co-founder of Conflux Gaming, dives into her thoughts on Twitch streaming, the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA), and her popular gaming tournament held in Rancho Mirage. Conflux Gaming is visited by many Palm Desert CSUSB students and locals alike. It's a weekly held in-person tournament where players compete for first place by playing many popular fighting games. Q: What made you want to Twitch stream? A: It was something I wanted to do for a while, due to past experiences. Back then, I couldn't stream because I lacked the time to do so and I did not have the … [Read more...] about Local streamer and business owner talks Twitch
CSUSB gamers celebrate the third annual Coyote Cross-Up
Over time, many casual, hardcore and competitive gamers-alike from all over CSUSB have been gathering to celebrate video games. For many students, participating and spectating the annual Coyote Cross-Up is a time to come together and connect as a community in the world of esports and gaming from many different backgrounds alike. Starting in 2017, the Santos Manuel Student Union (SMSU) Gamer's Lounge has been hosting their annual video game festival, called the Coyote Cross-Up, which is centered around competitive fighting games, such as Mortal Kombat 11, sprinkled with casual games such as Among Us. On November 14, 2020, the SMSU Gamer's Lounge celebrated its third annual gaming event … [Read more...] about CSUSB gamers celebrate the third annual Coyote Cross-Up
Advice: Don’t forget to take breaks
As students, we are always accustomed to those long study or homework sessions at some point during the semester. The stress of exams, homework, and deadlines pressure us to do a lot of things in one sitting. Perhaps this may be last-minute, or just on your own accord, to get everything done in one sitting, but at some point it is essential to take breaks between these tiresome sessions. Taking breaks is a crucial part of any study or homework routine. According to the American Psychological Association, studies show that taking breaks can improve our moods and increase our performance. For fun, the study also shows that watching videos such as dog's playing can also make you feel less … [Read more...] about Advice: Don’t forget to take breaks
Review: Playing Ring Fit Adventures for a heart-pumping indoor workout
With a lot of gyms and outdoor activities being postponed intermittently, lots of people have been staying indoors and, for some, their exercise routine has come to a halt. Fortunately, exercise can still be done indoors and safely from home. Video games and fitness have always had a history together throughout the times, such as the fan-favorite and popular game, Wii Fitness, that was enjoyed by many. Even when people are now mostly indoors, there are a lot of video games that aim to bridge that gap, and Ring Fit Adventures is one of them. Developed by Nintendo for the Nintendo Switch, Ring Fit Adventures makes users traverse and travel through many worlds, all while battling enemies … [Read more...] about Review: Playing Ring Fit Adventures for a heart-pumping indoor workout
Advice: What not to overlook when wearing a mask
With masks becoming a very normal routine in our lives, it's important to know some very important tips when wearing them. Sometimes, the simplest things that can make a huge difference are overlooked. Two things that are overlooked when wearing a mask is washing the mask and contouring the wire at the top of disposable masks to your nose. You Need to Wash or Replace Your Mask Just like your underwear, you should be constantly washing and replacing your mask. You wouldn't wear your underwear continuously without washing it, right? The same thing applies to your mask. Remember, your mask should be treated like underwear because if it gets dirty and smells bad, your face will be very … [Read more...] about Advice: What not to overlook when wearing a mask
Gamers reconnect while in quarantine
As social distancing has become a common practice amongst people, there has been a rise in participation in online video games. In a time of a pandemic, consumer spending on video games have reached a record-breaking $11.6 billion, an increase of 30% compared to last year, according to The NPD Group, Inc. Notable popular games such as Call of Duty: Modern Warfare, Fortnite, and Grand Theft Auto V allow players to party up in a lobby and play together online. Players are also able to talk to their friends via voice chat. The online capabilities of these games allow players to spend time together and talk as if they were physically in the same room together. Coachella Valley … [Read more...] about Gamers reconnect while in quarantine
Advice: Succeeding in online classes 101
With online classes now being the new normal, students have to adapt to this new change. Unfortunately, this poses a lot of challenges for students that aren't accustomed to this type of learning. Compared to in-person classes, online classes have the flexibility of doing work at your own pace and working independently, but for other students, traditional classroom learning is one of the key factors for their successes. As someone who prefers online classes and has been taking them ever since the start of college, I understand the struggles of online classes. While it's not for everyone, here are some ways that have helped me succeed in online classes and hopefully will help you as … [Read more...] about Advice: Succeeding in online classes 101
Three best local co-op games to play with one another
With many CSUSB students and their families staying indoors more, that means one thing: more time to spend together! Video games can bring us together in many ways, with online video games becoming more popular than ever before. Sometimes there's a special joy from playing an excellent local couch co-op game right beside your friends, family, significant other, or dog. These are three excellent games to enjoy with others! Fortnite Everyone has heard about this game at some point. Either from their family, their kids, significant others, friends, dogs, fish, or when shopping for merchandise. Did you know, though, that it now includes split-screen? Instead of telling people to get … [Read more...] about Three best local co-op games to play with one another
Gamers highlight the impacts of video games
Video games are enjoyed by many people of all ages. They have come a long way since the 1970’s. For some people, they are used to pass the time, but for others, video games have gone beyond being a leisurely activity. Fabio Rodriguez, 30, based outside the Inland Empire and a video game enthusiast for over 15 years, is a two-time cancer survivor that sees video games as more than just a form of entertainment. He attributes video games to saving his life. Rodriguez states, “Video games have allowed me to rediscover simple human functions. For instance, I have cancer. When I had a majority of it removed, my motor skills were among many things that were disrupted. I couldn’t walk or talk … [Read more...] about Gamers highlight the impacts of video games