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The Most Popular Student Games
The Most Popular Student Games
Gaming is one of the favorite hobbies among students. It’s their way to relax, have a great time, connect with other players, and more. However, all games are different, and each one of them gives young people a completely new experience. Some games keep coming back with new series and episodes, while others keep progressing and evolving along with the demand. Students are often loyal gamers who are prone to nostalgia. Even new games have a somewhat hard time competing with the established classics. So, let’s see the most popular games among students and why young people love them so much.
Minecraft
Of course, we can’t kick off such a list with anything but Minecraft. After all, this is the true gem for students of all ages, from kindergarten to college. It is a perfect platform to exercise your imagination and creativity, all in a playful, fun form. Though, some players take the game rather seriously. After all, the dedication and time it takes to build a whole universe prototype are higher than most school projects.
Indeed, Minecraft can be a game for years and years. Students open it seeking escape, inspiration, and a good time. It is a rare universe that lives by your own rules. Not every game allows you to build an entire world according to your liking and preferences. Plus, Minecraft has great additions for younger generations. These include educational games where students can test real lessons, from the laws of physics to coding instructions.
Grand Theft Auto 5
Everyone is familiar with the GTA series. This game has taken the world by storm. It has walked over all the boundaries and rules computer games tried to maintain in their early development days. In the GTA series, you can be whoever you want while also playing for the bad guy. Here, players had almost full freedom of action. They could steal cars, drive endless city streets, participate in criminal deals, and take on numerous side hustles along the main plot line.
Needless to say, the GTA games left a long-lasting impression on players (and their parents). So, when GTA 5 came out, the game already had its well-established, loyal audience waiting for it. Fortunately, it didn’t disappoint. The fifth game in the series met all the expectations and brought some positively met novelties to the gameplay. For example, this is the first game set in the open world. Plus, it has offered a number of new vehicles and machines to steal and drive, which players definitely appreciated. Overall, GTA 5 will remain among the top favorite student games for a while.
Fortnite
This open-world classic has been on everyone’s mind for over five years now. Most popular among students and teens, Fortnite is the leading game in its genre. In fact, it is one of the first metaverse games to exist today. Being the pioneer in such a genre, it has come a long way from yet another role-play game for kids.
So, Fortnite is the game that can transform the entire genre. First of all, today, Fortnite is an active platform in the eSport culture. There are literal tournaments held where people can watch other players and place bets. Such completion takes place during Battle Royal matches. However, players can do much more in Fortnite. Currently, it is also a platform for entertainment in the digital world. Thus, Fortnite often invites celebrities to hold talks or even create concerts.
Everyone in Fortnite can create their personal avatar, engage in numerous side quests, meet other players, play with the game, or just explore the world around them. The real-world imitation and the immersive atmosphere of the game create a truly impressive, fascinating experience.
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare II
Call of Duty is the never aging classic that deserves a place on such a list. Most games come and go, while CoD stands its ground. A never-ending series about wars and battles has equal success among its young and older fans. Some players have been playing these games for years, if not a decade! That’s a loyal fanbase right there.
Of course, as with any older game with numerous series over the years, CoD had faced some success stories and several failures. The latter were the results of experimentation to fit into the changing gaming industry and audiences’ preferences. However, why change things that work perfectly fine? The classic setup for each CoD game is simple and straight to the point. You fight for the good guys against the bad guys. The only thing that changes is the setting. You get to fight in different time periods and in different parts of the world and space.
The newest game also introduced a powerful multiplayer option that earned everyone’s attention. This is one of the reasons that keep CoD games so popular. Here, you can play against 100 other players to become the best in the battle. Before trying such gameplay, ensure you have completed all your tasks for the day. The battle will take a while. Perhaps, seek some Speedy Paper writing help just to make sure your homework doesn’t suffer from how good the new multiplayer is.
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Home field advantage has a new name, as the Edmonton Elks announced that Play Alberta Field at Commonwealth Stadium is now the home of the Elks.
The field naming rights are part of a broader multi-year agreement between Play Alberta and the EE, making Play Alberta the official sports betting partner of the Club.
“We couldn’t be more excited to expand our partnership with Play Alberta. This partnership is about more than just putting a name on the field – it’s about building something meaningful for our fans and our community. Play Alberta is an Alberta-based organization that shares our values and our commitment to giving back. Together, we’re creating new ways for fans to connect with our team and experience the game day atmosphere in a whole new way,” said Elks President and CEO Chris Morris.
The expanded relationship between the Elks and Play Alberta will allow the game day experience to continue to grow. Fans can look forward to unique activations and promotions around the stadium, including the chance to win game tickets and memorabilia.
“Since Play Alberta’s launch five years ago, our team has made it a priority to connect with the communities where our players live and work. We are very excited to join the Edmonton Elks on the field on game days during upcoming CFL seasons. Play Alberta Field at Commonwealth Stadium allows us to partner with the Elks and showcase two brands built for Albertans in a historic Edmonton location,” said Alberta Gaming, Liquor and Cannabis Chief Executive Officer Kandice Machado.
The Elks open their 76th season on Saturday, June 7 in Vancouver when they take on the B.C. Lions. Edmonton’s home opener at Play Alberta Field at Commonwealth Stadium is slated for Thursday, June 19 against the Montreal Alouettes.
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BCLC has launched a Scratch & Win ticket that is a win-win for both the Top Prize winner and their registered B.C. charity of choice.
The Greater Good Giveaway ticket offers a Top Prize of $10,000 for the winner and $10,000 for their registered charity of choice, selected from a list of British Columbia charities on CanadaHelps.
Thomas D’Cruz from Richmond is the first Top Prize winner for Greater Good Giveaway. D’Cruz selected the B.C. Children’s Hospital Foundation to receive the $10,000 charity prize, sharing that he “wanted to help children.” The winning ticket was purchased at Walmart on Alderbridge Way in Richmond.
There are over 12,000 registered B.C. charities on CanadaHelps for Top Prize winners to select from that support a variety of different causes, including arts and culture, education, social services and more.
“At BCLC, we believe that when we share the wins, we feel more connected to each other, our communities and our province,” says Natasha Questel, BCLC Chief Social Purpose Officer and Vice President of Marketing. “Our players have shared that they are interested in different types of prizing that go beyond a dollar amount, so as we celebrate our 40th anniversary we’re thrilled to launch the Greater Good Giveaway – a ticket that allows our players the chance to support causes that resonate deeply with them, and aligns strongly with our social purpose – to generate win-wins for the greater good.”
Greater Good Giveaway tickets are $2 each and are available for purchase at lottery retailers across the province. For full details on the Greater Good Giveaway ticket, including how to play, please visit our website.
In 2024, B.C. lottery players have redeemed more than $137 million in winnings from Scratch & Win.
Since 1985, BCLC has delivered more than $29 billion to the provincial government to support communities, provincial programs and services, charities and major events that have helped shape B.C.
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Random State (“RS”), the Swedish studio behind next‑generation iLottery and multiplayer bingo content, has been granted a Gaming‑Related Supplier – Manufacturer licence by the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO). The approval, effective 14 May 2025, authorises RS to offer its games and platform services to licensed operators across Ontario.
“Securing the Ontario licence is a milestone our entire team has worked tirelessly toward,” said Adam Fonsica, Co‑Founder & COO at Random State. “Ontario not only validates the quality and integrity of our technology; it provides a launchpad for our broader North‑American expansion. We can’t wait to introduce our eInstant titles and multiplayer bingo hub to Ontario players later this year, together with a soon‑to‑be‑announced operator.”
The licence clears the way for RS to roll out its full product portfolio in Ontario:
Interactive eInstants – instant‑win games that re‑imagine traditional lottery mechanics with modern gameplay and rich visuals.
Multiplayer bingo – a complete suite of 90-, 75-, 80/60/40‑ and 30‑ball variants, featuring progressive jackpots, Pot Booster and real‑time chat hosting.
Turn‑key iGaming platform – advanced Player Account Management (PAM), certified RNG, gamification engine and a WYSIWYG game‑configuration tool that lets operators launch new games in minutes.
Random State expects its first Ontario go‑live in Q3 2025, delivering both eInstants and multiplayer bingo on day one.
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