Nico King

We've amassed all of our thoughts and research on serious games into one massive blog!

We've officially released our original game, Crab God in partnership with Firesquid!

Learn all about how video games are used for therapy treatments, along with why inclusive gaming is the way forward.

We discuss how gamified e-learning and immersive technologies can lift education to new heights.

Chaos Theory Games announces that their original game Crab God has signed a publishing partner, Firesquid!

Money and finance management are important life skills, and games could be the answer for learning them!

We explore the benefits of gamification in healthcare and case studies for how it is used to improve effective care delivery.

We delve into the niche world of STEM video games and some successful examples of them in the classroom

We discuss the pros and cons for introducing AI into the game development process, and what this means for the future of games.

We're jetting off to Cologne, Germany to attend Gamescom, the worlds biggest gaming event. We're hoping to build some long lasting partnerships and showcase a fresh gameplay loop for our game - Crab God.

We celebrate 20 years of games and their creators' impact through the medium of games!

Why is Apple's new technology causing such a stir and how does it affect the VR/AR gaming industry? Let's discuss!

The DGTO passing is a massive win for large and smaller studios in Australia, but what does it actually mean for our industry?

Ever wondered how to cater to both visual and reading learners? Learn how to embrace the power of games into your classroom!

We explore the research and frameworks behind pedagogy and how video game theories can enhance learning experiences.

Nico explains the power of play in non-profits and charities, and lists examples of games and gamification projects that are changing the landscape for impact..

We discuss the research and potential of the gaming industry being carbon positive, and the viability of this being achieved through tree planting initiatives and future sustainable advancements.

Read our short guide on what game mechanics are, some key research and examples and, how to implement them into your everyday.

We discuss the growing genre of cozy games and how they can help your mental health, as well as some games to download before the holidays.

We've developed and advocated for environmental games, sparking conversations and supporting real impact. In this blog, Nico will elaborate how these games can create agents of change and trends to look for in the future.

Video games are a diverse tool that can be applied to most use-cases to solve a multitude of problems. Find out what makes video games effective business tools and if they're right for your purpose.

How can video games transform the health industry? Healthcare games harness the power of play to help improve our health and lifestyles, Nico shares the best 15 healthcare video games from the last decade.

It's almost World Oceans Day 2022! There are ways you can help protect our oceans ... through video games! Take a look at these amazing ocean video games changing our world.

Check out our latest infographic that delves into what it takes to develop a video game in 2022, with costs, timelines and the process from concept to completion.

Transformational Games are an amazing tool that we now know can be used for a variety of different purposes aside from entertainment. Explore how the transformational framework can make an impact for your project.

Game development is an art, a science and a heck of a lot of work. Nico helps you navigate the different levels of the game development process to kick start your adventure.

Here are 13 games for change that have the potential to reach across demographics and borders to unite people towards a common goal - positive change.

Find out How to Love the Sh*t Out of Games with Sally-Anne Hurley. Listen to the latest episode as Nico chats about game dev, favourite projects and the history of CTG.

Co-founder Nico chats to Holly Shields from Kalkine TV, offering expertise on trends driving the Australian games industry.

This World Oceans Day, Chaos Theory is celebrating the social impact games saving our oceans. Here are 7 environmental games for good that you can play.

What is citizen science and why is it important? This blog provides examples of citizen science projects and the social impact games making a difference.

Do you want to change the world? Try gamification. We explore how social impact games can motivate the masses.

This article puts the serious games vs. gamification debate to rest. Find definitions and examples of both serious gaming and gamification.

Can corporate serious games change the way you offer workplace training? Our answer is yes. Here’s 6 benefits to using corporate serious games in the workplace.

What are educational games? How does game-based learning benefit students? Chaos Theory answer your questions about serious games used in classrooms.

How can you create agents of change with games? Environmental games help bring awareness and promote action, Nico shares the best 20 environmental video games from 2010 to today.

What is gamification? Our gamification expert Nico defines gamification, discusses history highlights and shares simple gamification techniques used across apps, programs, courses and brand experiences.

What are serious games? You may have heard that term before. We have a comprehensive guide that explores the why, who and what of serious games. Everything you need to know about the games that change lives.

Find out how the ‘suspension of disbelief’ and immersive technology can transform corporate training.

Despite the distance, it's now more important than ever to engage with your isolated customers. Seize the opportunity to interact with them in the comfort of their own home.

Free-to-play mobile games are more popular than ever as people are stuck indoors during the COVID-19 pandemic. Here's our list of 20 free mobile games to get you through quarantine boredom.

AR and VR technology is not just for games and marketing any more. Read our statistics and trends on AR and VR workplace training procedures.

The team of AR, VR and Gamification experts was making waves at StartCon 2019, Australia's Largest Start Up & Growth Conference. The two-day conference featured keynotes, networking events, exhibitors and was attended by over 750 startups!

Infographic celebrating successful experiential marketing campaigns in Australia. These brands are maximising VR, AR and Mobile Technology through experiential marketing campaigns and are getting results

Step-by-step infographic on how to plan an experiential marketing campaign. We show you how you can get the most out of your campaign by gamifying your experience with AR, VR and Mobile Games

Our infographic on why VR, AR and mobile will dominate experiential marketing this decade. Marketing Gamification is #1 solution for creating memorable, brand experiences. We are the experts in Marketing Gamification!

Stay ahead of the game with gamified marketing. 2020 is the best year for your brand to implement a successful digital experiential marketing campaign, it’s time to get on board now or get left behind.

The most engaging and immersive experiential marketing campaigns in Australia, here are our top 11 examples of digital brand activation.

No matter what product or service you’re looking to promote, you can bet there’s a game that can connect you with your target demographic.

It should come as no surprise that advertising methods that worked well before the age of the internet are now in stiff competition with their digital counterparts.

Consumers are inundated with ads, so it’s vital that your ad catches the eye and immediately grabs interest.

Today, virtual reality is our reality. Millions of users are plugging in via their phones, gaming consoles and PCs every day.

In today’s busy marketing landscape, simply renting a booth and showing up is no longer enough – at least not if you want to stand out.

Schools no longer provide students with the type of training and practice that they’ll need to be successful in the modern workplace.