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The Role of Modding Tools Provided by Developers
2025-05-14 21:42:49 ♻︎ Updated
Developers not only play a pivotal role in game development, but also support their communities in many ways, such as by providing robust modding tools. This blog post explores how these modding tools provided by game developers can ...read more

Should AI tools replace low-effort mobile game development?
2025-05-14 22:14:24 ♻︎ Updated
Artificial intelligence (AI) is playing an increasingly important role in gaming. This blog post explores whether AI tools should be considered as low-effort replacements for mobile game development and what impact they would have if they ...read more

When You Add and Add Until It All Falls Down
2025-05-14 22:14:47 ♻︎ Updated
Developing a game, especially for the first time, can be both exciting and frustrating. The process is similar to building a house: you start with a blank canvas (or empty space) and end up with something complex that requires constant ...read more

How to Set Boundaries with Technology (Without Feeling Guilty)
2025-05-14 22:17:11 ♻︎ Updated
Technology plays a significant role in our lives. It can be both a blessing and a curse: It provides convenience and connectivity, but it can also lead to overuse or addiction. Setting boundaries around technology is important for ...read more

Is the crackdown more about control than revenue?
2025-05-14 22:31:47 🚀︎ New
The motives behind certain regulatory measures taken by governments and institutions are increasingly being debated. One such measure is the so-called "crackdown" on various sectors. This often triggers debates about whether these measures ...read more

Why are kids' games the worst data offenders?
2025-05-14 22:37:09 ♻︎ Updated
Children not only grow up surrounded by technology but also engage heavily with various electronic devices, including mobile games. While these games can be a fun way for children to learn and be entertained, the associated data ...read more

Why do -free- games make billions while premium mobile games die?
2025-05-14 22:48:38 ♻︎ Updated
One model has proven time and again to be a gold mine for developers and publishers: free-to-play (FTP) games. While premium mobile games often struggle to retain their player bases or generate significant revenue, FTP games thrive, ...read more

How to Survive a Twitter Lynch Mob
2025-05-14 22:49:53 ♻︎ Updated
Social media platforms like Twitter have become powerful tools for communication and activism. However, they can also be breeding grounds for what's often referred to as a "Twitter lynch mob." This phenomenon occurs when a group of people, ...read more

Why Accessibility Should Be a Key Factor in Game Awards
2025-05-14 22:55:13 ♻︎ Updated
When honoring innovation and creativity at various award ceremonies such as The Game Awards, it's crucial to consider not only technical achievement or narrative depth, but also how games address the diverse needs of their players. This ...read more

SSD vs HDD for Faster Compilation Times
2025-05-14 23:20:11 ♻︎ Updated
Especially with computer hardware, choosing the right storage device can significantly impact overall performance. To optimize your workflow, especially in software development or digital asset management, faster compilation times are ...read more

The False Promise of Digital Wellness Apps
2025-05-14 23:36:26 🚀︎ New
Wellness apps have become a key driver of personal health and productivity. They promise to improve our lives through better sleep habits, increased physical activity, increased focus, and a more balanced mind. Despite their popularity, ...read more

Privacy Concerns with Player Data in ML-Powered Games
2025-05-14 23:44:53 ♻︎ Updated
The promise of personalized, AI-driven games is undeniable, but it comes with a crucial, often unpleasant price: player privacy. As machine learning models leverage our gaming data to customize experiences, a fundamental question arises: ...read more

Tetris Effect: A Hypnotic Reinvention of a Classic
2025-05-15 00:10:12 ♻︎ Updated
Few titles have managed to captivate audiences and influence culture as profoundly as Tetris. Released in 1984 by Russian software developer Alexey Pajitnov, this simple yet addictive puzzle game has transcended generations and platforms, ...read more

Why does AirDrop still fail silently without error messages?
2025-05-15 00:15:19 ♻︎ Updated
File sharing and connectivity are crucial. Apple's AirDrop feature is a popular method for seamless file transfers between iPhones, iPads, Macs, and even select Android devices. However, it's common for AirDrop to fail to initiate the ...read more

Can Procedural Texturing Replace Artists?
2025-05-15 00:17:23 🚀︎ New
One of the most significant advances is the integration of procedural texturing into graphic design workflows. This technology enables the automatic generation of textures based on complex mathematical algorithms, rather than requiring ...read more

Why are lawsuits against monetization rare?
2025-05-15 00:26:04 ♻︎ Updated
The gaming industry, especially mobile gaming, has experienced exponential growth in recent years. This boom has brought with it diverse business models and monetization strategies. Interestingly, lawsuits against monetization practices ...read more

HDR and Its Impact on Game Worlds
2025-05-15 00:26:06 🚀︎ New
This also applies to our ability to create more immersive worlds through gaming. One of the recent developments that has significantly improved the ...read more

The Most Impressive Fan-Made Game Merchandise
2025-05-15 00:26:27 ♻︎ Updated
Fans aren't just consumers; they're creators and artisans. They take their passion for games to the extreme by crafting stunning merchandise that rivals official offerings. Here, we explore some of the most impressive examples of ...read more

Are streaming giants just recreating the cable TV scam?
2025-05-15 00:33:06 ♻︎ Updated
Streaming services have become an integral part of our entertainment consumption. From Netflix to Amazon Prime Video to Hulu, these platforms offer a seemingly endless selection of content across a wide range of genres and languages. But ...read more

The Ethics of Selling Unfinished Games at Full Price
2025-05-15 00:37:23 ♻︎ Updated
An increasingly controversial issue is the sale of incomplete games at full price. While not industry-specific, this phenomenon has sparked significant debate among consumers, developers, and critics about fairness, consumer rights, and ...read more