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The Meme That Mocked Our Entire Game
2025-05-25 07:21:21 ♻︎ Updated
Hello gamers and developers! Today I want to tell you about a particularly amusing (and frustrating) incident with our beloved game. I'll guide you through the entire saga from beginning to end, including subsections for each part of the ...read more

Can Prompt Engineering Be Automated?
2025-05-25 07:23:02 🚀︎ New
The holy grail of AI: automation. But can the complex, almost mystical craft of prompt engineering itself be automated? This isn't just a theoretical consideration; it's a question that could unlock unprecedented efficiency or unleash ...read more

The Build Broke, So Did We
2025-05-25 07:28:44 ♻︎ Updated
When something doesn't go as planned, excitement often gives way to frustration. This is especially true during the testing phase, where unexpected bugs or crashes can be incredibly discouraging for developers. In this blog post, we ...read more

Social Media Storms We-ll Never Forget
2025-05-25 07:32:59 ♻︎ Updated
Developers often find themselves in situations that can escalate into full-blown social media storms. These events test not only developers' patience, but also their resilience and ability to handle public criticism. In this blog post, we ...read more

The Myth of the 'Overnight Indie Success'
2025-05-25 07:33:28 ♻︎ Updated
There are countless stories of passion, perseverance, and success. But amidst these stories, a persistent myth often persists: the notion that some developers miraculously achieve overnight success with their games. This blog post aims to ...read more

Are -geoblocking- practices a violation of digital rights?
2025-05-25 07:39:25 ♻︎ Updated
Digital content knows no geographical boundaries. Streaming services like Netflix, Hulu, and Amazon Prime Video have become a global phenomenon, offering users worldwide an extensive library of films, series, documentaries, and much more. ...read more

Why Some Games Get Worse Over Time
2025-05-25 07:50:33 ♻︎ Updated
We often find ourselves in the unenviable position of having to make difficult decisions that can determine a game's success or failure. One such problem is the deterioration of game mechanics and player engagement over time. This blog ...read more

AI-Enhanced Sound Effects for Games
2025-05-25 07:51:56 ♻︎ Updated
Audio is the soul of immersion, yet sound effects often remain static. But what if artificial intelligence could enhance your game's soundscape, creating dynamic, realistic effects that respond to every player action and every subtle ...read more

Version 1: Now With Extra Bugs
2025-05-25 08:15:49 ♻︎ Updated
Excitement and joy are often accompanied by frustration and failure. This blog post explores the most common pitfalls developers encounter in game development, focusing on a specific scenario where mistakes and failures are part of the ...read more

How ‘Cloud Saves’ Could Be a Privacy Risk
2025-05-25 08:17:29 ♻︎ Updated
Cloud services have become an integral part of our lives. From storing photos to managing business data, cloud platforms offer convenience and scalability previously unimaginable with on-premises storage solutions. Despite the benefits of ...read more

Canva vs. Figma: When to Use Each
2025-05-25 08:19:38 ♻︎ Updated
Two popular platforms stood out for their ease of use and versatility: Canva and Figma. Both are powerful tools that cater to the diverse needs and preferences of the design community. This blog post highlights the key differences between ...read more

Windows Environment Variables: The Unsung Hero of Dev Setups
2025-05-25 08:19:40 🚀︎ New
Developers, especially those working across different operating systems like Windows, Linux, and macOS, often overlook the powerful yet often underutilized feature of environment variables. In this blog post, you'll learn what they are, ...read more

Our Patch Notes Were in Lorem Ipsum
2025-05-25 08:29:16 ♻︎ Updated
In the often unpredictable world of software development, including game design, issues can arise that leave developers baffled and players confused. One such episode has become a bittersweet meme in developer circles: "Our patch notes ...read more

Should AI Have a "Kill Switch" in Live-Service Games?
2025-05-25 08:32:00 ♻︎ Updated
Where constant engagement is paramount, a controversial question arises: Should AI systems be equipped with a "kill switch"? This blog post provocatively explores the arguments for and against this radical concept, weighing the player ...read more

Do mobile devs feel guilty about exploitative monetization?
2025-05-25 08:49:26 ♻︎ Updated
Developers are constantly challenged to create engaging and profitable games. An important, but often overlooked, aspect is the ethical implications of monetization practices. Developers design complex game mechanics to engage players. But ...read more

Avoiding Toxicity in AI Chatbots
2025-05-25 08:56:48 ♻︎ Updated
The digital landscape is rife with toxicity, but artificial intelligence holds the key to a more inclusive future. This blog post explores groundbreaking strategies for avoiding toxicity in AI chatbots and demonstrates how sophisticated ...read more

Why ‘Smart’ NPCs Are Still Dumb
2025-05-25 09:00:02 ♻︎ Updated
The dream of truly "intelligent" NPCs often clashes with the unforgiving reality of game design. Why, despite decades of AI development, do our non-player characters so often fall short of expectations, seeming more like predictable robots ...read more

Why You Should Use 8-Point Grids
2025-05-25 09:21:19 🚀︎ New
It's crucial to create layouts that are not only visually appealing, but also intuitive and user-friendly. A powerful tool that helps designers achieve this balance is the 8-point grid system. This methodical approach to layout design ...read more

The Influence of Early Access on Game Design Decisions
2025-05-25 09:26:08 ♻︎ Updated
Developers are constantly looking for innovative ways to engage players and improve their products. One method that's becoming increasingly popular is Early Access in game development. This allows games to be released in a partially ...read more

The Long-Term Effects of Burnout in the Industry
2025-05-25 09:34:44 ♻︎ Updated
Where creativity meets technical challenges, developers often face myriad frustrations that can lead to burnout. This blog post explores the long-term effects of burnout in the games industry and how these issues not only affect individual ...read more