A survey on interactive games over mobile networks

• Published in: Wireless communications and mobile computing Vol. 13; no. 3; pp. 212 - 229
• Main Authors: Gerla, M., Maggiorini, D., Palazzi, C.E., Bujari, A.
• Format: Journal Article
• Language: English
• Published: Blackwell Publishing Ltd 25.02.2013
• Subjects: Computation; Games; Interactive; interactivity; Mathematical models; mobility; networking; Networks; Players; State of the art; videogame; Wireless communication
• ISSN: 1530-8669; 1530-8677
• DOI: 10.1002/wcm.2197

ABSTRACTThe mobile revolution has brought us the possibility to enjoy our favorite applications anywhere and anytime. In this context, interactive games over mobile networks embody a fascinating case study both for their commercial success and for their technical challenges, thus, sparking interest and development. The current state of the art of interactive games over mobile networks is captured in this article. We discuss main requirements and analyze possible combinations of existing solutions to provide better support for highly interactive game sessions with mobile players. Copyright © 2012 John Wiley & Sons, Ltd. The mobile revolution has brought us the possibility to enjoy our favorite applications anywhere and anytime. In this context, interactive games over mobile networks embody a fascinating case study both for their commercial success and technical challenges. The current state of the art of interactive games over mobile networks is captured in this article. We discuss main requirements and analyze possible combinations of existing solutions to provide better support for highly interactive game sessions with mobile players.