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As a young jock and football player at Harvard, Trip Hawkins knew football would be his driving force. No wonder he left his athletic life to pursue the gaming industry only to build a video game on the same sport. After launching the Dr.J game, or the first-ever baseball video game under the E.A. Sports banner, Trip Hawkins awakened his childhood jock. Next, he set on to design a football video game with John Madden as its ambassador. Being a strategic thinker, Hawkins knew that a broad audience base was eventually growing who wanted authentic sports experiences via video games. They had to be more accurate simulations of the actual sport that would deliver excitement at the same time. However excited they were about the football video game idea, Hawkins realized they had to work with the forthcoming 8-bit technology. For a perfect simulation, Hawkins had to build a virtual yet authentic football game; where the offense is at the bottom while the defense is at the top. They had to lend a 3D effect to make it appear more accurate. Note: It was 1984, and the technology wasn't available. Hawkins decided to wait for a year which eventually came down to four. Next, they decided to approach John Madden to brand their company game. After meeting with the assistant and agent, Hawkins finally signed a deal with the Hall of Fame coach. The real struggle ensued when he traveled with Madden by train to the West. Hawkins carried a 60-page design file that contained every minute detail of the virtual football field and the 11-on-11 football team. Eventually, a few problems cropped up: ● The 8-bit machine couldn't possibly handle the workings of a football game.  ● The 7-on-7 frame couldn't hold as many blockers and tacklers as required in the game. Despite the problems, Hawkins and his team relentlessly worked together to make that 8-bit Apple version. It was 1988, and they produced the game on an IBM machine. Leaving the spectators amused and receiving awards for Madden Football, E.A. Sports continued to soar higher. As of 2013, Madden Football accrued $4 billion in revenue! Dream of creating games of your own? Follow me at Mayank Grover #nfl #easports #gamedev #gamedesign #football

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What Time Do The Saints Play Today? Your Ultimate Guide to Game Day https://lnkd.in/gzkZKQvQ As the excitement builds for the next game of the New Orleans Saints, one question is on everyone's mind: What time do the Saints play today? This question is not just about the schedule. It's about the anticipation, the preparation, and the rituals that make game day special. The Anticipation The anticipation starts long before the game day. It begins with the end of the last game, as fans start to analyze the performance of the team, the strategies used, and the areas that need improvement. This is when fans turn to resources like our best quarterbacks of all time page to compare the performance of the Saints' quarterback with the greats of the game. "Anticipation is the heart of fandom. It's the thrill of the unknown, the promise of potential, and the hope for victory." The Preparation Preparation for game day is a ritual for many fans. It involves everything from setting up the perfect viewing spot to preparing game day snacks. For some, it also involves getting into the right mindset by revisiting some of the greatest moments in the team's history. Our march madness cinderella stories page is a great place to relive some of the most exciting moments in spor...

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The always humorous Thanksgiving column from Jason Gay of the The Wall Street Journal. A few pokes at schools from the Big Ten including the participants in this weekend's "The Game" (the writer is a Wisconsin graduate). Happy Thanksgiving! The first 5 rules from the article are shown below: "1: There’s a lot of debate in the NFL about the “Tush Push,” the Philadelphia Eagles’ amazingly effective, butt-shoving fourth-down play. The Tush Push remains legal in the Thanksgiving Family Touch Football Game, but you need to think carefully about what family tushes you’ll be giving pushes, and if you will need years of therapy later. 2: If you see movement in the neighbor’s yard, and a mysterious gentleman wearing maize and blue clothing, carrying, don’t panic. That’s just “Josh Hartnaugh,” the head coach of the “Wichigan Molverines.” He’s technically not supposed to be here; please don’t tell the Big Ten. 3: Also, your cousin brought a new pal: His name is Connor, he went to Navy, fixes vacuums, and knows a startling amount about Purdue’s offensive signals. 4: For the record: Stealing signs is easy in Family Touch Football. Nobody’s hiding them. When Dad puts his hands on his hips and starts wheezing, it’s a sign he’s about to call the game off and take a nap on the couch. 5: Don’t be surprised if an irritated Ohio State coach Ryan Day busts into your game, looking for Lou Holtz."

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Ready to ditch the quarterly grind and play the infinite game in business? The "Trend" of growth mindset is sweeping across LinkedIn, and for good reason. It's time to view our careers as journeys of continuous learning and innovation, not just chasing short-term wins. Simon Sinek's "The Infinite Game" lays out the blueprint for building businesses that thrive by playing the long game. Forget crushing the competition, focus on your Just Cause and making a lasting impact. Intrigued? Grab your copy here: link to The Infinite Game by Simon Sinek: https://lnkd.in/eVQf9dje #growthmindset #infinitegame #business #leadership P.S. Share your thoughts on the infinite game in the comments!

Traveling?: https://ift.tt/0o8Xf7d Exciting news for Starfield players! We have just published a comprehensive guide on the best skills to unlock and level up in the game. With over 80 skills to choose from, it can be overwhelming to determine which ones are most beneficial in the long run. Our guide provides expert insights based on full campaign and New Game Plus playthroughs. Whether you're interested in stealth, commerce, persuasion, leadership, or ship command, we've got you covered. Check out the blog post at the link below for all the details. Happy gaming! [Link to the blog post](https://ift.tt/pujHkOf)

ANTHONY BEST, AKA: "THE GAMBLER" AND MARCH MADNESS INTEL "The Gambler" has recorded 30 minutes of insights and info we assure will outperform any broadcast media opinions. https://lnkd.in/gy9g-drZ This is a rudimentary recording covering brackets and some plays which should benefit you. Keep in mind, we cover games analytically using our exclusive www.NCAA-ESP.com data and concepts which produce on the court, but also from the investment side, called "betting" or "gambling." In fact, we have a pair of reels for our unscripted shows, here: https://lnkd.in/g2wFJUaG In addition, we look to do a studio talk show/podcast featuring live animals. -"95% of the media/public is wrong 95% of the time." -Play against the media/pubic consensus Final Four, which means Connecticut won't repeat and North Carolina will get knocked out. -The seed values average 27-28 every two years, over the last decade: [13,15],[11,16],[12,15],[10,18] and with last year's Final Four having a value of 23 because of three long shots, we regret to inform this year might be a value of 5, which means "chalky" or with favorites, which the media and public normally select.   -Top 6 Teams: Connecticut, Kentucky, Houston, Iowa St, Purdue, Arizona. -The most important statistical categories are a team's record vs. the spread, defense, turnovers, 3-point productivity, and do they have a good center? -Three teams score highly in these categories, one of whom is considered a "Cinderella": U. Conn, Kentucky and Dayton. "GOLDEN NUGGET":   2018: #16 UMBC was the first team to beat the #1 seed, Virginia. In 2019, we selected Virginia to win the National Championship, which they did. 2023: #16 Fairleigh Dickinson defeated #1 seed Purdue, becoming only the second #16 team of 150 to do so. Could this pattern of history repeat itself with Purdue defeating a potential repeat champion in Connecticut? God bless. #god #sports #ncaa #marchmadness #money #gambling #media #broadcasting #television #basketball #betting #investing #ncaabasketball #tv #tvproduction #podcast #analytics #nba #foxsports #espn

Who's never flipped a game board over in frustration 😡? I found this article fascinating—it's about the history of Monopoly but much deeper than that. For those shaping minds, it's holding up a mirror. It catalyzes deeper conversations about capitalism, disparity, and the lenses through which we view our world. Dive deeper. 👇🏼 Some fun facts, including the fact that the real Marven Gardens is misspelled on the board. https://lnkd.in/gsmpgZ8b #edleadership #edleader #highered #higheredleadership #teamdevelopment #cancelaverage #leadership #leadershipdevelopment