How did you feel about the “phone as a gaming device” trend that the N-Gage started?

[killamch89]

The Nokia N-Gage was ahead of its time, trying to merge phones and gaming, but it faced a lot of criticism for its awkward design and limited library. Do you think the N-Gage had any influence on the rise of mobile gaming, or was it just a failed experiment? How did you feel about the idea of phones becoming gaming devices back then, and how does it compare to the mobile gaming scene today?

[Scorpion]

The N-Gage was definitely a pioneer, paving the way for mobile gaming. While its execution was flawed, it sparked ideas about gaming on phones. Today, mobile gaming is thriving and hugely popular!

[killamch89]

I found the concept of a phone doubling as a gaming device incredibly ahead of its time, despite the N-Gage’s flawed execution. Its early attempt at convergence laid the groundwork for the sophisticated mobile gaming experiences we enjoy today.