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DIY Video Games

Media Molecule's 'Dreams' Platform Enables You to Create PlayStation 4 Games

— June 11, 2020 — Art & Design
DIY video games have the potential to be an entertaining experience for many games. Dreams—a creative platform launched by British developer Media Molecule—is intended to help individuals in their quest of making their own video game. Dreams can be used by anyone, regardless of skill level. Users can buy the software from the PlayStation Store.

There are two sides of the coin for the Dreams experience—one is 'DreamSurfing' which allows you to browse other people's creation and 'DreamScaping' which allows you to make your own. Aside from DIY video games, users can create interactive artwork, paintings, set designs, music, drawings, and everything in between. The platform is essential "YouTube, but for all digital entertainment."

Image Credit: Media Molecule
Trend Themes
1. DIY Video Games - The trend of creating one's own video games allows for the possibility of democratizing the industry and opens up the potential for more innovative, unique games.
2. User-created Digital Content - Platforms that allow users to create their own digital content, from video games to artwork, have the potential to disrupt traditional content creation industries and offer new opportunities for aspiring creators.
3. Social Media Platforms for Creatives - Dreams' 'DreamSurfing' allows users to browse through others' digital creations and explore a new type of social media for artists and creatives.
Industry Implications
1. Video Game Industry - The potential for user-created video games could disrupt traditional game development and offer new opportunities for indie developers and startups.
2. Digital Art and Design Industry - Platforms like Dreams offer individuals the ability to create and sell their own digital artwork, potentially disrupting traditional art and design markets.
3. Streaming Industry - Dreams' 'DreamSurfing' could offer a new type of streaming platform for digital content creators, potentially disrupting traditional streaming services and creating new opportunities for creatives.
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