Yhn CultureGaming first seen 12 h ago, last 21 min ago, peak #5
Microsoft patents system to pause games and serve ads
Original: Microsoft patents system to freeze games and inject ads during downtimes
Microsoft has patented a system that would freeze gameplay and inject advertisements during natural downtimes, such as loading screens or respawns. Watching the commercials would reportedly earn players ad-free playtime credits. The idea has drawn criticism from gamers who see it as another intrusion of advertising into paid experiences, though patents do not always lead to shipped features.
Why now: Gamers are reacting to the prospect of forced advertising becoming part of paid games.
Rank over time, top of the chart is #1. 5 snapshots from 5 h ago to 21 min ago.
Evidence
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