Skult Natasha, Piispanen Laura, Atas Metincan, Jankiewicz Klementyna, Surer Elif, Smed Jouni, Seskir Zeki C
IEEE Comput Graph Appl. 2024 Sep-Oct;44(5):14-26. doi: 10.1109/MCG.2024.3448613. Epub 2024 Oct 25.
The ongoing second quantum revolution, marked by advancements harnessing quantum phenomena, has permeated various fields, including communications, computation, and networking, collectively known as quantum technologies (QTs). Quantum computing, a focal point within QT, has led to the emergence of quantum games, a novel research and development area exploring creative applications of quantum computing in game development. While more than 300 quantum games have been developed by enthusiasts and commercial parties, a comprehensive research program or state-of-the-art review is notably absent. This article addresses this gap by conducting a thorough literature review, presenting current advancements and examples in quantum games and interactive designs, and exploring future prospects for QT in game development practices.