Revolutionizing Games for Augmented Reality: A Radical Rethink

The concept of augmented reality gaming, while promising, is fraught with difficulties, primarily due to the juxtaposition of fantastical game elements with mundane reality, potentially undermining immersion. Traditional gaming often relies on escapism and the creation of 'cool' experiences, which can be disrupted when transposed into everyday environments. The need for games to interact meaningfully with the player's surroundings, while avoiding sub-optimal or unviable environments, presents a substantial design problem. Success in AR gaming may require a departure from conventional game structures, focusing instead on integrating game elements into real-world activities or creating new types of experiences that leverage the unique aspects of AR.