The National Foundation for Computer Games, in collaboration with the Omid Network, is developing the “Game Network” program to create a suitable platform for stakeholders in the field.
According to the CEO of the National Foundation for Computer Games, the gaming industry has not been formally addressed in recent years. As long as we view computer games as an underground and black market, we cannot effectively interact with its audience. Therefore, creating such a program will help formalize this sector.
According to Iran digital economy annotation, Mohammad Amin Hajihosseini, CEO of the National Foundation for Computer Games, noted that in recent years, the gaming sector has not received much attention, and media coverage has mostly highlighted issues and negative aspects. He mentioned that they sought to create a program on state television that could introduce healthy games and promote proper gaming practices in an engaging way. By creating such a program, they aim to clarify and introduce the gaming space to teenagers.
Hajihosseini continued, “Based on the capacity of the Omid Network, the collaboration between the National Foundation for Computer Games and the Omid Network resulted in the ‘Game Network’ program. In this three-hour program, we are working to legitimize computer games. If we continue to view computer games as an underground and black market, we will not be able to interact with this audience. Currently, there are 34 million gamers in the country, with four million being professional gamers who typically play the latest foreign games; there is limited media engagement with this demographic.”
The National Foundation for Computer Games aims to design a multifaceted program for various audiences and address current global gaming trends. Hajihosseini said, “Our goal is to create an environment for gamers and help them transition into game developers because all game developers were once professional gamers.”
Regarding the program’s segments, Hajihosseini explained that the show aims to highlight the key players in the industry, such as professional FIFA gamers. Another segment will feature important game developers from the country, including those involved in serious games, often research-oriented. The program will also explore how games can address issues such as family matters and will showcase Iranian games.
He added that the program aims to show teenagers that, in addition to being gamers, they can also experience becoming game developers. Hajihosseini mentioned that they are also targeting officials to ensure that some challenges are heard and addressed.
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