From Billionaire to Gamer: The Surprising Hobby of Bill Gates
Bill Gates, the former head of Microsoft, has recently taken an interest in gaming after reading a new book In a surprising turn of events, the technology mogul is now embracing the world of gaming
In his recent online musings, it seems that Bill Gates has taken a keen interest in the world of gaming. Despite no longer occupying the top spot at Microsoft, the tech giant's former leader remains a prominent figure in the tech industry and a respected voice on matters of philanthropy and modern media. Gates has been sharing his thoughts and experiences on social media for some time now, drawing on his considerable following and expertise to engage with readers. In a recent post, he delved into a new book that shed light on the world of gaming, prompting him to reflect on his own experiences in the virtual realm.
Gates recently shared on his Gates Notes blog that he has discovered a new appreciation for gaming after reading the book Tomorrow, and Tomorrow, and Tomorrow. Despite not considering himself a serious gamer, Gates reminisced about playing classic arcade games and Tetris. He acknowledged that he doesn't spend extensive amounts of time mastering one game, but the novel by Zevin gave him a new perspective on the inclusivity of the gaming industry. Gates now proudly considers himself a gamer, thanks to the evolving nature of the industry.
The theme of bonding and partnership in Tomorrow, and Tomorrow, and Tomorrow is a central focus of Gates' reflection. However, the novel also cleverly incorporates references to popular games such as Super Mario Bros and Oregon Trail to drive home its messages. This unique perspective allowed Gates to view the gaming industry as a "terrific metaphor for human connection." Interestingly, despite being addicted to Wordle in the past, Gates did not consider himself a gamer for a significant period of time. It was only after learning of Sony's success with the Playstation that he decided to develop a competitive product for Microsoft, resulting in the creation of Xbox.
Gates also pushed Xbox to compete with Wii, resulting in the development of Kinect devices. However, this venture ultimately proved unsuccessful over an extended period, serving as a reminder of Microsoft's gaming division's prolonged struggle before finding success with newer consoles.
