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Computer Game Makers Issue Motion Sickness Warning
Company: Digital Jesters
Date: 07 Apr 2005
Computer games publisher Digital Jesters has issued supplemental playing guidelines for players of its new release 'Trackmania: Sunrise' in order to prevent them from feeling ill through extended play.
The game – a blistering race title in which players tear around imaginative stunt courses featuring jumps, loop the loops and death-defying bends – has proved so disorientating, the game's testers have been hit by bouts of motion sickness.
Digital Jesters advocates responsible gaming – and has issued the following five guidelines for owners of the title.
Take regular breaks whilst playing – at least 10 minutes every hour.
Sit at least a metre away from the screen.
Limit upper body movement when playing.
Switch the view to out-of-car when playing for extended periods.
Drink plenty of water during playing sessions.
"Whilst we're proud of the sensation of speed and movement offered by Trackmania: Sunrise, we're keen to ensure that our players remain safe and healthy," says Leo Zullo, Marketing Director, Digital Jesters. "Whilst there's absolutely no danger of long-term damage through playing the game, it's possible those that playing for a significant period may experience dizziness and headaches, so we've issued these guidelines in order to make sure our customers enjoy Trackmania: Sunrise in a risk-free manner."
Players are urged to seek medical assistance if motion sickness symptoms persist.
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