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Mobile Gaming and the Challenge of Player Retention
2025-05-22 23:14:38 ♻︎ Updated
Mobile gaming has become an integral part of the digital entertainment landscape, offering convenience, accessibility, and a wide range of game genres to suit every taste. However, one of the biggest challenges for mobile game developers ...read more

The Role of Leadership in Failed Projects
2025-05-22 23:17:35 ♻︎ Updated
Projects sometimes fail, leaving developers feeling disillusioned and frustrated. This blog post explores the role of leadership in failed projects and shows how poor decisions and ineffective management can lead to project disasters. By ...read more

Why Are Console Mods Still So Limited Compared to PC?
2025-05-22 23:29:11 ♻︎ Updated
Consoles and PCs form two distinct ecosystems that offer distinct experiences. Both platforms have their strengths and weaknesses, but console users often feel limited in their modding options compared to PC gamers. This blog post explores ...read more

The Role of Communication Tools in Enabling Remote Work or Isolation
2025-05-22 23:31:44 ♻︎ Updated
Remote work and isolation have become a daily reality for many professionals. Whether due to natural disasters, global crises, or simply the desire for a more flexible work environment, digital communication tools have become essential for ...read more

When the Hashtag Is Your Game Name + -Fail-
2025-05-22 23:45:16 ♻︎ Updated
Developers often face myriad challenges. From technical hurdles to unforeseen market dynamics, these obstacles can lead to significant frustration. This blog post highlights some common frustrations faced by game developers and provides ...read more

Forking and Pull Requests on GitHub
2025-05-22 23:59:52 🚀︎ New
GitHub has revolutionized project collaboration, especially in the area of open source software development. Two fundamental features that make this collaboration efficient are forking and pull requests. In this blog post, we'll ...read more

Why Controller Vibration Options Are Important
2025-05-23 00:13:43 ♻︎ Updated
Controllers are more than just gaming devices; they are often an extension of our hands, providing tactile feedback that enhances immersion. One feature increasingly found in modern gaming controllers is vibration or rumble. This blog post ...read more

The Ethics of AI That "Predicts" Player Behavior
2025-05-23 00:26:23 ♻︎ Updated
Artificial intelligence is emerging as the ultimate predictor of player behavior in game development, enabling immersive and engaging experiences. But the deeper AI penetrates our digital habits, the more profound the ethical question ...read more

Modding in VR: Pushing Boundaries or Breaking Immersion?
2025-05-23 00:33:21 ♻︎ Updated
Virtual reality (VR) technology is rapidly evolving, offering immersive experiences that blur the lines between reality and the virtual world. One area where this interaction is particularly evident is modding in VR environments. While ...read more

Modding Tools: Empowerment or Restriction by Design?
2025-05-23 00:37:04 ♻︎ Updated
One important aspect that has captured both players' attention and developers' concerns is modding tools. These tools, which allow fans to customize games with new content, features, and experiences, have become a double-edged sword for ...read more

How to Accidentally Make a Horror Game
2025-05-23 00:43:48 ♻︎ Updated
Developing a video game is an exciting journey full of creativity and innovation. However, it can also be fraught with challenges and unexpected pitfalls. For many developers, the moments of unintentionally scaring or creating unsettling ...read more

Is token representation a new form of stereotyping?
2025-05-23 00:55:20 ♻︎ Updated
Language has transcended its traditional boundaries and evolved into a fluid entity that interacts seamlessly across platforms such as social media, chat applications, and various online forums. Against this backdrop, the concept of token ...read more

The Cost of Virtual Functions (And How to Avoid It)
2025-05-23 00:55:55 🚀︎ New
Performance is crucial. Every line of code should be designed not only for functionality but also for efficiency. One of the most discussed topics in this area is the impact of virtual functions on application performance. This blog post ...read more

Why Do So Many Games Still Use -Fetch Quests' as Padding?
2025-05-23 01:17:33 ♻︎ Updated
Quest design is a crucial aspect that can determine a player's immersion and enjoyment. One common quest type that has been criticized for lacking excitement and depth is the "fetch quest." This blog post explores why fetch quests are so ...read more

Using AI to Detect Flaky Tests
2025-05-23 01:41:02 ♻︎ Updated
"Unreliable tests" are the silent saboteurs of game development, undermining trust and wasting valuable time. But what if artificial intelligence (AI) could become the ultimate detective, uncovering and neutralizing these unpredictable ...read more

We Forgot to Name the Game
2025-05-23 01:47:52 ♻︎ Updated
We put our heart and soul into developing something new. It's exciting when an idea takes shape, but it can also be challenging when details like the game name are forgotten. In this blog post, I'd like to share an experience where ...read more

Should governments break up streaming monopolies like Standard Oil?
2025-05-23 01:48:55 ♻︎ Updated
One question arises: Should governments intervene and break up streaming monopolies to promote competition and protect consumers? We explore this topic in more depth, focusing on the historical context and potential consequences.read more

When the Enemy Was Invincible... By Accident
2025-05-23 01:49:58 ♻︎ Updated
Game development is a complex business, full of challenges and frustrating moments. One example that many developers are familiar with is glitches or bugs in game mechanics that make enemies seem invincible, thus impairing the gaming ...read more

Can Smart NPCs Create Emergent Gameplay Without Developer Input?
2025-05-23 01:55:20 ♻︎ Updated
The holy grail of game development is emergent gameplay—experiences that unfold organically and unpredictably. This blog post explores the intriguing question of whether "intelligent" non-player characters (NPCs), controlled by ...read more

How do daily login rewards create compulsive habits?
2025-05-23 01:58:09 ♻︎ Updated
Developers use a variety of strategies to attract and retain players. One particularly effective tactic is the introduction of daily login rewards. These rewards are not just incentives, but carefully constructed psychological traps that ...read more