Microsoft patents idea for in-game PC and Xbox adverts shown during downtime "trigger events"
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"Microsoft patents idea for in-game PC and Xbox adverts shown during downtime "trigger events"" is generating significant coverage in the Technology category, with 3 articles from 3 distinct sources tracked by PULSE so far.
Outlets currently covering the story include Gadget Review, news.instant-gaming.com and TechPowerUp. PULSE measures a story's velocity from how quickly new articles appear and how many independent newsrooms join the coverage.
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Coverage (3)
- Microsoft Patents a Game-State Ad System for PC and Console Gadget Review · 5h ago
- Microsoft has filed a pantent to show ads during gaming sessions news.instant-gaming.com · 5h ago
- Microsoft Patent Shows Ad Breaks During Loading Screens and After Boss Fights TechPowerUp · 5h ago
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