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Why Some Indies Succeed by Accident
2025-05-10 17:05:11 ♻︎ Updated
In the competitive world of indie game development, success often comes unexpectedly. While many games are slow to arrive and lead to critical acclaim or commercial success, some achieve widespread recognition almost by accident. This blog ...read more

Should mobile games have cross-play with consoles by default?
2025-05-10 17:19:55 ♻︎ Updated
The gaming landscape continues to evolve, and a key aspect of this evolution is interoperability between different platforms. While mobile gaming has grown tremendously in recent years, it remains very different from traditional console ...read more

Esports and Academic Integration
2025-05-10 17:25:34 ♻︎ Updated
Esports has evolved from a niche interest into a multi-billion dollar industry that engages audiences worldwide and influences curricula. The fusion of gaming culture and science presents exciting opportunities for education in the digital ...read more

Indie Devs vs. AAA: Who Suffers More from Feature Creep?
2025-05-10 17:35:00 ♻︎ Updated
One of the most frustrating aspects for developers is dealing with feature creep—the uncontrolled expansion of project scope. This phenomenon is especially evident when comparing indie developers to AAA studios. In this blog post, we ...read more

The Dangers of Following Trends Too Late
2025-05-10 17:40:23 ♻︎ Updated
Staying ahead of trends is crucial for developers. However, following these trends too late poses significant risks. This blog post explores why early adoption is so important, how missing early trends can lead to technical debt and missed ...read more

Best Free HDRIs for Lighting
2025-05-10 17:47:04 ♻︎ Updated
High Dynamic Range Imaging (HDRI) has become an essential tool for creating realistic lighting scenarios. HDRI files map a wide spectrum of light intensities - from dark shadows to bright highlights - and allow artists to simulate various ...read more

The Toxicity of Merge Conflicts in Team Dynamics
2025-05-10 17:54:03 ♻︎ Updated
Collaboration is crucial. Teams often use version control systems like Git to manage their codebases efficiently and collaboratively. However, a common challenge when working with Git is merge conflicts. These conflicts can not only be ...read more

Are Texture Baking Tools Doing Enough?
2025-05-10 18:15:36 ♻︎ Updated
Texture baking is an important process that allows artists to efficiently create detailed textures for their models without having to manually paint them. With technological advances, the question naturally arises as to whether current ...read more

Why are so few mobile games moddable?
2025-05-10 18:55:36 ♻︎ Updated
Gaming has undergone a profound transformation. From console to PC to mobile, platforms are more accessible and diverse than ever. However, one area where modding has seen less growth is mobile gaming. This blog post explores why so few ...read more

Privacy for Gamers: The Game Changer Role of Identity Theft Prevention
2025-05-10 19:03:25 ♻︎ Updated
Gamers often immerse themselves in virtual worlds full of adventures and challenges. While exploring these worlds, however, they must also be aware of the potential risks to their personal data. In this blog post, we explore the importance ...read more

The Problem with -Retro Difficulty' in Modern Games
2025-05-10 19:13:20 ♻︎ Updated
There's a clear trend toward retro difficulty becoming increasingly prevalent in modern games. This phenomenon attempts to recreate the challenging nature of older video games through steep learning curves and sophisticated gameplay ...read more

Why are complex narratives rare in mobile games?
2025-05-10 19:14:32 ♻︎ Updated
Gamers expect engaging gameplay, stunning graphics, and seamless social integration. However, many mobile games lack in their narrative—more specifically, in their complexity and depth. This blog post explores why complex narratives are ...read more

Will Work Be Optional in a Post-Labor Society?
2025-05-10 19:46:33 ♻︎ Updated
Particularly in the context of technological progress and its impact on employment, an intriguing question arises: Will work be optional in a post-labor society? This blog post explores this topic through several subsections that ...read more

Android innovation: Why does Apple always copy late?
2025-05-10 19:49:54 ♻︎ Updated
A question that often intrigues tech enthusiasts is why Apple seems to continually copy innovations from Android devices after they've been in use for some time. This phenomenon not only raises questions about intellectual property rights ...read more

Is -Cloud Gaming' Hardware Already Obsolete?
2025-05-10 19:56:51 ♻︎ Updated
This also applies to our interactions with hardware and technology. One area that has evolved significantly is cloud gaming—streaming video games over the internet rather than on local devices. This blog post examines whether cloud ...read more

Are we being manipulated into subscription fatigue?
2025-05-10 20:16:45 ♻︎ Updated
The media landscape has changed dramatically. With the unprecedented number of streaming services and platforms offering a seemingly endless variety of content, users often wonder if they might be suffering from "subscription fatigue." ...read more

Mechanics of Time Pressure: Creating Urgency in Gameplay
2025-05-10 20:22:12 ♻︎ Updated
Time pressure is a crucial factor that can significantly impact player engagement and satisfaction. This blog post explores incorporating time pressure into your game design and how it can be used effectively to create a sense of urgency ...read more

Why Some Games Aren-t Worth the Human Cost
2025-05-10 20:25:47 ♻︎ Updated
Where creativity meets technology, every project is a journey through the highs and lows of innovation. Developers pour their heart and soul into crafting immersive experiences that captivate players around the world. But alongside success ...read more

Customizing VS Code Themes
2025-05-10 20:36:54 ♻︎ Updated
Visual Studio Code (VS Code) is not only a powerful code editor but also an incredibly customizable platform. One of the most effective ways to tailor your programming environment to your needs is to customize its themes. Whether you want ...read more

Do streaming services care if artists go bankrupt?
2025-05-10 20:42:40 ♻︎ Updated
Streaming has become one of the dominant ways to consume music. Platforms like Spotify, Apple Music, and others have transformed the way we listen to and interact with our favorite music. However, many independent artists continue to ask ...read more