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Is there any real competition between services?
2025-06-01 19:12:19 ♻︎ Updated
Streaming services have become an integral part of our lives. From music to movies, podcasts to games, these platforms offer a wide variety of content at the touch of a button. Given this abundance, however, one crucial question remains: ...read more

Why So Few Accessible eSports Tournaments?
2025-06-01 19:19:05 ♻︎ Updated
The world of gaming has experienced an incredible surge in popularity, especially in competitive gaming, also known as esports. Esports has grown into a multi-billion dollar industry with millions of fans and participants worldwide. ...read more

Can mobile games bridge generational gaps?
2025-06-01 19:31:01 ♻︎ Updated
Gaming has transcended traditional boundaries and become a universal pastime that engages people of all ages and generations. Mobile gaming is playing an increasingly important role in bridging generational gaps, providing shared ...read more

How Some Updates Break Mods (And Why It Matters)
2025-06-01 19:31:44 ♻︎ Updated
One of the most frustrating experiences for developers is updates that inadvertently break existing mods. This blog post explores why certain software updates cause so much anxiety for modders, how these issues arise, and the far-reaching ...read more

Do mobile games rely too much on nostalgia (remakes, old IPs)?
2025-06-01 19:46:33 ♻︎ Updated
One trend that has gained significant traction is the incorporation of nostalgia through remastering or reimagining classic games. This practice, often referred to as "retrofitting," has become a staple in the mobile gaming industry. But ...read more

Top Resources for Free UI Design Assets
2025-06-01 19:55:00 🚀︎ New
UI design often requires a variety of visual elements to create engaging and functional user interfaces. Purchasing premium assets can enhance your designs. However, there are many free resources available online that can significantly ...read more

The Hidden Costs of Relying on AI for Development
2025-06-01 20:02:24 ♻︎ Updated
AI in game development promises to be a revolution, but every revolution has its hidden costs. Behind the headlines about efficiency and innovation lies a labyrinth of unforeseen challenges and financial burdens. This blog post delves ...read more

Why Integrated Terminals in Editors Are a Mess
2025-06-01 20:09:21 ♻︎ Updated
Code editors and integrated development environments (IDEs) have become indispensable for developers. They offer powerful features for efficiently writing, debugging, and managing code. For example, many modern editors offer a built-in ...read more

Why do energy systems show -99%- when players quit?
2025-06-01 20:26:34 ♻︎ Updated
Gaining and maintaining player engagement has become a major challenge for developers. A common, unusual phenomenon is the sudden appearance of energy systems (often represented as negative numbers) when players quit or abandon the game. ...read more

How The Game Changer Supports Diversity and Inclusion Online
2025-06-01 20:27:32 🚀︎ New
The internet serves as a global village where people from diverse backgrounds come together to share ideas, collaborate, and learn. However, this interconnectedness also brings its own challenges, particularly with regard to diversity and ...read more

The Ethics of Immutable (and Unfixable) Code
2025-06-01 20:30:55 🚀︎ New
There's a clear trend toward creating immutable code. This approach to software development has both far-reaching implications and ethical issues that developers must carefully consider. In this blog post, we explore the concept of code ...read more

The Fine Line Between Inspiration and Plagiarism in AI Art
2025-06-01 20:32:44 ♻︎ Updated
The line between homage and outright theft is blurring at an alarming rate. Creatives face a perilous balancing act between inspiration and copyright infringement. This blog post boldly explores the ethical quicksand of AI-generated ...read more

Valgrind: The Best Tool for Finding Memory Leaks
2025-06-01 20:34:32 ♻︎ Updated
Debugging memory issues can be a challenging task, but it's critical to the stability and performance of your applications. In this blog post, we introduce Valgrind, one of the most powerful memory leak detection tools available.read more

How AI-Generated Quests Are Making Open Worlds Boring
2025-06-01 20:40:49 ♻︎ Updated
AI-generated quests promise limitless stories and endless player engagement in open worlds. Yet a growing unease suggests they do the opposite: They contribute to a pervasive sense of monotony. Is this touted innovation inadvertently ...read more

Mobile Gaming and the Challenge of Game Discovery
2025-06-01 20:42:06 ♻︎ Updated
Mobile gaming has grown into a massive industry, captivating millions of players worldwide. With the rise of smartphones and tablets, the mobile gaming landscape is constantly evolving. However, one major challenge remains: How do you ...read more

The Funniest Voice Acting Blunders
2025-06-01 20:51:01 ♻︎ Updated
Developers put their heart and soul into creating immersive experiences. But as with any creative endeavor, they are not immune to mistakes. One such category of errors is the hilarious dubbing errors that have become a popular meme among ...read more

Are mobile battle passes replacing season passes in mainstream gaming?
2025-06-01 20:51:10 ♻︎ Updated
Game developers are constantly looking for innovative ways to engage and monetize their audiences. Among the various tools they employ to keep players engaged with their games long-term, two methods have emerged as key drivers of player ...read more

How AI-Powered Dynamic Pricing Can Rip Off Players
2025-06-01 20:56:22 ♻︎ Updated
Artificial intelligence (AI) is increasingly being integrated into various areas of our lives, including pricing strategies. While AI-based dynamic pricing can bring efficiency and flexibility to businesses, it also poses significant risks ...read more

Why Texture Atlases Improve Game Performance
2025-06-01 21:01:38 ♻︎ Updated
Performance optimization is everything. From loading times to rendering efficiency, every aspect can impact a smooth gaming experience. One powerful technique for significantly improving performance is the use of texture atlases. This blog ...read more

Why do -energy systems- feel like a mobile game tax?
2025-06-01 21:02:17 ♻︎ Updated
Many popular games feature energy or resource management systems that players must utilize to continue playing. These systems are designed to engage players and encourage them to continue playing, but can sometimes be perceived as a hidden ...read more