WEEK2 ——edits on Wikipedia

During this week, I made several edits on Wikipedia. My main work was adding citations to some sentences that lacked sources in order to improve the reliability of the article content. For example, I added citations from gaming media websites for descriptions of the influence of characters in the Resident Evil series, and also supplemented official sources for the feature introduction of the Origin platform. These edits can be seen in my Wikipedia contributions history.User contributions for Wjyy1212 - Wikipedia While editing these pages, I learned about some content I hadn't noticed before. For instance, how digital gaming platforms like Origin operate—players no longer need physical discs after purchasing a game but can download it directly through their account. This reflects the development trend in the gaming industry from physical distribution to digital distribution.In addition, the influence of game characters should not be underestimated. 

I also have questions I would like to discuss further: sometimes there is a lot of information about games online, but not all websites can be used as citation sources. I hope to better understand Wikipedia's criteria for 'reliable sources' and how experienced editors maintain the quality of articles.

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  1. WANGSIWEN0March 12, 2026 at 9:54 PM

    I think this blog clearly explains the Wikipedia editing work done this week. The author not only added citations to improve the reliability of the articles but also shared what they learned during the process. The example about digital platforms like Origin shows how the gaming industry is changing from physical to digital distribution. I also think the question about reliable sources is very important for maintaining Wikipedia’s quality. Overall, it is a clear and thoughtful reflection.

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  2. Nguyen Duc DuyMarch 13, 2026 at 8:06 AM

    Your efforts to add citations and verify sources clearly improve article reliability. It’s great that editing helped you notice industry trends like digital game distribution. Asking questions about Wikipedia’s reliable sources shows curiosity and a desire to edit responsibly, which is key to contributing high-quality content.

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  3. HAN JIAYIMarch 14, 2026 at 3:31 AM

    Adding citations to game characters and platforms is a very practical way to contribute. I also noticed that maintaining quality requires a lot of attention to detail regarding source reliability. Your reflection on the development of the gaming industry shows that editing Wikipedia is not just about fixing text, but also about understanding the topic more deeply.

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