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The Impact of Gaming on Dreams (And Why You See Tetris Blocks)
2025-04-16 13:57:38 🚀︎ New
Dreams are a mysterious world where our minds connect memories, emotions, thoughts, and experiences from our waking life. They often serve as a ...read more
Custom-Built PCs vs. Prebuilts: Which Really Serves the Gamer?
2025-05-24 08:58:54 ♻︎ Updated
Choosing between a custom-built and a pre-built PC can be a crucial decision for gamers looking to optimize their setup for maximum gaming performance. Both options have their own advantages and disadvantages, and understanding these ...read more
From Content to Commerce: The Intersection of Data and Advertising
2025-06-28 06:49:20 🚀︎ New
We're constantly exposed to advertising that's seemingly seamlessly integrated into our online experience-whether it's a product recommendation in an ...read more
Why Some Games Never Recover from a Bad Launch
2025-05-18 13:41:50 ♻︎ Updated
The release of a new title is often considered the culmination of months, if not years, of hard work. Yet, despite all the planning, creativity, and effort that goes into developing a successful gaming experience, some games seem to ...read more
How many psychological tricks are embedded in a single loading screen?
2025-05-27 01:31:22 ♻︎ Updated
Loading screens have long been considered an undervalued aspect of games, often perceived as mere interruptions to the gameplay. However, these seemingly mundane interludes can be a powerful tool for game developers to influence player ...read more
Hydrogen: The Best Free Drum Machine
2025-06-05 07:56:20 🚀︎ New
Software instruments and tools are essential components for musicians who want to create a wide range of sounds. Freeware often offers an excellent starting point or complementary software for those looking to delve into the world of music ...read more
The Creepy Ways Games Track Your Playtime and Habits
2025-11-07 16:31:51 🚀︎ New
With the rise of online multiplayer games and mobile apps, many gamers have noticed that their gaming habits are being tracked in increasing detail. ...read more
Can I use iCloud to backup third-party apps on my Mac?
2025-04-04 05:38:52 🚀︎ New
iCloud, Apple's cloud service, is a popular choice for syncing data across devices. It offers various features including backups of your device's content such as photos, contacts, and messages. But can you use iCloud to back up third-party ...read more
How Some Games Hide Their True Costs Until It’s Too Late
2025-12-07 20:45:59 🚀︎ New
Gaming has become a multi-billion dollar industry. Thanks to technological advances, games are not only entertaining platforms but also lucrative markets for monetization through microtransactions and other commercial practices known as ...read more
How GDPR Affects Live-Service Games the Most
2025-07-12 01:53:48 🚀︎ New
The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) is a comprehensive package of data protection laws that came into force in Europe on May 25, 2018. It replaces the previous Data Protection Directive 95/46/EC and is intended to give citizens ...read more
The Coming Wave of Emotional Surveillance in VR Spaces
2026-01-04 19:55:51 🚀︎ New
A new dimension of surveillance is emerging. This blog post explores how the collection of emotional data is becoming an integral part of these ...read more
How Mobile Gaming is Leading in Accessibility
2025-05-22 01:39:40 ♻︎ Updated
Mobile gaming has undergone a profound transformation: from purely recreational to an essential form of entertainment for diverse demographics. One of the most notable developments in this field is the increasing accessibility of mobile ...read more
CodeLite: The Lean C/C++ IDE You Should Try
2025-06-06 18:02:26 🚀︎ New
Choosing the right code editor or integrated development environment (IDE) can significantly increase your productivity. For developers who primarily work with C and C++, CodeLite could be just the right tool to improve their programming ...read more
The Illusion of Free Content: Your Data as the Payment
2025-11-08 11:07:49 🚀︎ New
This blog post explores how seemingly free content is often not free at all. Rather, our data is the currency we exchange for the service. We explore ...read more
Why Most Devs Don't Understand CPU Caches
2025-11-17 06:56:11 🚀︎ New
Understanding how computers execute code can be a complex task. One area where many developers often lack in-depth knowledge is CPU caching mechanisms. This article explains what CPU caches are and why they are critical for performance ...read more
Why Roguelike Engines Are Stuck in the Past
2025-09-05 17:46:17 🚀︎ New
In the roguelike genre in particular, there's a clear trend emerging where engines are stuck in a time warp. This blog post explores why certain roguelike engines are lagging behind and how they could benefit from modern technologies and ...read more
The Role of Leaks in DLC Backlash
2025-05-25 23:04:34 ♻︎ Updated
We're often torn between the excitement of creating new worlds and the challenges of releasing downloadable content (DLC). A common problem many developers face is the negative reaction from fans when a DLC doesn't meet their expectations ...read more
The Metaverse Privacy Disaster Nobody's Talking About
2025-04-16 20:41:05 🚀︎ New
The metaverse has become one of the most fascinating and yet disturbing concepts. While the possibilities of this virtual universe are intensely ...read more
Are mobile game soundtracks underappreciated?
2025-05-19 21:48:12 ♻︎ Updated
One area often goes overlooked, yet plays a crucial role in the gaming experience: mobile game soundtracks. These compact, portable compositions are like hidden treasures, tucked away in the nooks and crannies of our smartphones, just ...read more
Can this backfire and lose trust?
2025-07-11 22:06:02 🚀︎ New
Streaming is an increasingly popular medium for creators to interact directly with their audiences. Whether it's gaming streams, talk shows, or live performances, the interactivity and authenticity of a real-time format can be incredibly ...read more