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Were Early ESRB Ratings Just a Marketing Trick?
2025-07-01 18:12:50 🚀︎ New
The Entertainment Software Rating Board (ESRB), the North American video game rating system, was established in 1994. Its primary function is to rate ...read more

Beyond Entertainment: The Strategic Intent of Gamified Surveillance
2025-07-01 19:14:49 🚀︎ New
This blog post explores how gamification goes beyond mere entertainment and supports strategic business and governance objectives. By integrating ...read more

Should streamers disclose paid promotions of mobile games?
2025-07-01 21:29:05 🚀︎ New
The gaming landscape is constantly evolving, and an important aspect of this evolution concerns the role of streamers in mobile game promotion. Because influencers play a crucial role in shaping opinion and driving consumer behavior, it's ...read more

From Idea to Output in Seconds: Is Speed Killing Quality?
2025-07-01 22:24:23 🚀︎ New
Creative workflows aren't just about achieving results; they must be achieved with unimaginable speed. The age of instant gratification has led us to question whether speed actually compromises quality. Let's take a closer look at this ...read more

The -Vocal Minority- vs. -Silent Majority- Debate
2025-07-01 23:05:09 🚀︎ New
Fierce debates often arise within communities, especially when it comes to frustrations and solutions. Two of these debates are those of the vocal minority and the silent majority. This blog post delves deeply into these two perspectives, ...read more

Cakewalk: The Free DAW You Forgot Existed
2025-07-01 23:32:48 🚀︎ New
It's easy to overlook platforms that offer robust functionality without breaking the bank. One such gem is Cakewalk, an often-forgotten but powerful free digital audio workstation (DAW) that's been around since 1989. This blog post ...read more

Is Face-ID the New Login or a Trojan Horse?
2025-07-02 00:55:54 🚀︎ New
One such feature gaining increasing attention is facial recognition through technologies like Face ID on iPhones. While it promises convenience ...read more

How Feature Creep Killed Our Multiplayer Mode
2025-07-02 03:14:35 🚀︎ New
Among the biggest challenges is managing scope and feature creep. This phenomenon affects many projects and leads to time overruns, budget overruns, and ultimately a lesser experience for players. In this blog post, we explore how feature ...read more

Why Stencyl and Scratch Are Hurting Game Dev Education
2025-07-02 04:07:38 🚀︎ New
Tools like Stencyl and Scratch are enjoying great popularity. However, their widespread adoption could do more harm than good. This blog post explores why these platforms are hindering game development learning in a broader context, ...read more

Why ‘Complete Your Profile’ Is Really a Data Mining Game
2025-07-02 05:04:54 🚀︎ New
Behind this seemingly innocuous request often lies a sophisticated data mining strategy designed to maximize user engagement and derive the greatest ...read more

Docker Debugging is a Nightmare
2025-07-02 06:16:06 🚀︎ New
Docker has revolutionized the way we develop, deploy, and run applications. However, like any powerful tool, it also brings its own challenges, especially when it comes to debugging. Many users find Docker debugging a nightmare. But fear ...read more

Is Visual Studio Overkill for Most Windows Devs?
2025-07-02 08:40:18 🚀︎ New
Choosing the right tools can be crucial. One such tool that often sparks debate among developers is Microsoft Visual Studio. Some swear by its capabilities and versatility; others argue it's unnecessary for many everyday tasks. Let's ...read more

Why Privacy Advocates Are Fighting Facial Recognition in Games
2025-07-02 10:45:11 🚀︎ New
One particularly controversial area is the use of facial recognition technology in video games. This blog post explores why privacy activists oppose ...read more

How Some Players Are Fighting Back with Privacy Tools
2025-07-02 11:21:22 🚀︎ New
This awareness has prompted some players in the technology and advertising industries to develop tools to help users protect their data and regain ...read more

Analyzing the Use of Colorblind Modes in Games
2025-07-02 12:20:44 🚀︎ New
Accessibility is becoming an increasingly important aspect. One aspect that is gaining increasing importance is the use of colorblind modes in games. This blog post explores how developers are incorporating colorblind options to improve ...read more

Empowering Local Businesses and Users
2025-07-02 13:33:16 🚀︎ New
It's becoming increasingly important to explore how empowering local businesses reconciles with protecting user privacy. This blog post explores ...read more

Can a mobile game ever win Game of the Year?
2025-07-02 14:07:22 🚀︎ New
In the gaming industry, numerous titles across various platforms, from consoles to PCs, compete for the coveted "Game of the Year" title. However, one platform that repeatedly sparks debate about whether it can ever truly compete is mobile ...read more

Why Some Influencers Are Moving to Decentralized Platforms
2025-07-02 14:27:48 🚀︎ New
Platforms have traditionally had a significant influence on content creation, distribution, and monetization. However, there has recently been a growing trend among tech influencers to move from centralized to decentralized platforms. This ...read more

The Next Wave of Retro Gaming Revivals
2025-07-02 15:02:04 🚀︎ New
The gaming world is experiencing a significant resurgence of interest in classic games from past generations. This nostalgic trend, often referred to as "retro gaming," has not only captured the hearts of longtime gamers but has also ...read more

The Data Brokers' Bazaar: Your Information for Sale to Advertisers
2025-07-02 15:57:22 🚀︎ New
Companies called data brokers collect vast amounts of data about us-from our online activities and purchases to our physical location and biometric ...read more