Page-460: transparency, game design, engagement, deep dive

Work culture and the pressures employees face in technology companies are increasingly in focus. Of particular concern is the widespread "crunch ...read more

Blockchain technology has proven to be a transformative force in various industries, including gaming. One of its most promising applications is combating piracy in the gaming industry. In this blog post, we explore how blockchain can ...read more

Millions of viewers watch competitive gaming events and tournaments, which begs the question: What motivates players to cheat their way to victory? Fame, fortune, and glory are often cited as the driving forces behind the success of ...read more

Game mechanics are not just functional elements, but powerful tools that influence how players interact with a game. One of these important mechanics ...read more

Debugging time is a costly exercise that consumes resources and delays critical releases. Traditional bug fixing is a reactive, often inefficient process. But what if machine learning could become our digital oracle, predicting bugs before ...read more

Millions of gamers play countless games every day, designed to entertain and engage. A critical aspect that is continually discussed is the phenomenon of in-app purchase (IAP) regret. This blog post explores the prevalence of such regret, ...read more

Social media platforms aren't just for sharing personal stories or promoting a company; they're an integral part of our everyday lives. Efficiently managing multiple social media accounts is crucial for brands and individuals alike. This ...read more

Ray tracing is a computer graphics rendering technique that creates photorealistic images by simulating the interaction of light with objects in a ...read more

Virtual reality (VR) has long been considered the next big thing in the entertainment industry, promising immersive experiences that surpass traditional media. Despite their potential, however, many VR streaming services have failed to ...read more

Fast travel options have become a standard feature, providing players with convenience and efficiency. However, when considering this topic from a ...read more

A healthy work-life balance is crucial for mental and emotional well-being. With the increasing use of digital communication tools in personal and professional life, it has become increasingly important for these apps to help users ...read more

The focus is on AI. Can artificial intelligence, often hidden in its own complexity, hold the key to true transparency in these algorithms, or will it further entrench the hidden mechanisms of randomness? This blog post explores how AI can ...read more

Thanks to technological advances, many aspects of our everyday lives can be seamlessly integrated via smartphones and apps-including gaming ...read more

Gaming and film have always had a complex relationship. Although traditionally considered separate media, they often intersect in unexpected ways. One such intersection is the Oscars, Hollywood's highest honor, which recently saw a video ...read more

Software development can be a challenging task, especially in today's fast-paced technology industry. However, a major pitfall for many developers is building products or services that unintentionally frustrate their users. These ...read more

The term "metaverse" has been a buzzword in tech circles since Mark Zuckerberg renamed Facebook to Meta Platforms. Zuckerberg's vision for the ...read more

One critical aspect that is often overlooked is ethical game design. With the rise of microtransactions and dark patterns, many games have been criticized for using predatory tactics to extract maximum profit from players. However, there ...read more

The same applies to the way developers collect data from players to enhance the gaming experience. One such practice is contact and location tracking ...read more

One trend that's exciting gamers worldwide is the resurgence of retro gaming. This wave of nostalgia not only appeals to the millennial generation who grew up with classic consoles like the NES or SNES, but also attracts a new audience ...read more

The concept of purely offline game archives may seem like a relic from another technological era. However, given today's geopolitical climate, some countries are actively choosing to build their own archiving systems that operate ...read more