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Why Indies Love Roguelikes (And AAA Doesn’t)
2025-02-07 14:20:22 🚀︎ New
Welcome to the world of gaming, where every game has a story and every developer has their own unique vision. Today we'll dive into an interesting ...read more
The Last of Us Part II: Masterpiece or Misstep in Storytelling?
2025-05-10 23:23:10 ♻︎ Updated
Few games have sparked as much debate and discussion as "The Last of Us Part II." Released in 2020 for the PlayStation 4 by Naughty Dog, the sequel to the acclaimed 2013 game sparked polarizing reactions among players and critics alike. ...read more
Why Some Studios Recover Faster Than Others
2025-07-15 17:05:18 🚀︎ New
Success is no guarantee. Developers put their heart and soul into creating games, only to find that some projects underperform or even fail altogether. This blog post explores why some studios recover faster from setbacks than others. By ...read more
Choosing the Right Game Engine for Your Project in 2025
2025-05-20 10:32:22 ♻︎ Updated
Game development is evolving rapidly. With so many game engines available on the market, choosing the best one for your project can be difficult. In this blog post, we'll explore some key considerations for choosing the right game engine ...read more
Why Donkey Kong Country's Graphics Were Ahead of Their Time
2025-05-21 04:24:48 ♻︎ Updated
Graphics have often been a compromise between technical performance and storytelling. However, one game stands out for its stunning graphics, which not only captivated players but also set new standards in aesthetics and innovation. I'm ...read more
The Toxic Cycle of Perfectionism in Dev Teams
2025-06-01 16:48:28 ♻︎ Updated
Creativity and innovation are crucial. However, when perfectionism becomes a core value within a team, it can lead to significant challenges that negatively impact productivity and morale. This blog post explores the vicious cycle of ...read more
Why We Shouldn-t Have Touched That Storyline
2025-05-24 23:22:49 ♻︎ Updated
Every decision can have significant implications for players and the overall success of a title. A critical point, for example, is changing a video game's existing plot or narrative structure. This blog post explores why developers might ...read more
The Game Changer: Building Positive Digital Communities
2025-08-12 01:07:36 🚀︎ New
The way we interact and connect has fundamentally changed. Social media platforms have become a central hub for communication, sharing, and community building. However, this shift also brings new challenges for building positive and ...read more
Marketing Is Not Optional for Indies
2025-05-28 11:41:35 ♻︎ Updated
Creativity often goes hand in hand with a number of other important elements, such as technical skill, innovative gameplay, compelling storytelling, and passionate community engagement. With all these core competencies, however, one aspect ...read more
The Burnout Buffet: Unlimited Features, No Sleep
2025-05-20 21:12:36 ♻︎ Updated
Developers are often constantly overwhelmed. This blog post explores so-called "developer burnout," which is exacerbated by an overabundance of features and limited downtime. We break this complex problem down into several key subtopics ...read more
We Promised Roadmaps-Then Ghosted
2025-05-20 21:42:03 ♻︎ Updated
Trust is a crucial factor in any professional relationship. It enables teams to collaborate effectively, reliably meet deadlines, and deliver high-quality products that delight users. However, a common problem many developers face is that ...read more
Why do platforms profit from war documentaries while staying neutral?
2025-05-17 00:44:33 ♻︎ Updated
Streaming platforms have become not only distributors of films and series, but also curators of cultural narratives. War documentaries often excel at captivating audiences with intense, real-life accounts of conflict while simultaneously ...read more
Are -regional restrictions- just digital discrimination?
2025-10-21 02:51:18 🚀︎ New
Regional restrictions have become a common practice for managing and protecting copyrighted material. These restrictions are often implemented to prevent unauthorized distribution and access across different geographic locations. But do ...read more
How Regional Pricing Affects Global Gaming Markets
2025-10-27 00:10:44 🚀︎ New
Gaming has become one of the most popular forms of online leisure. With the rise of global gaming platforms and services, regional pricing strategies have become a crucial factor in determining market dynamics in different regions. This ...read more
How Some DLC Feels Like an Afterthought
2025-05-10 23:18:48 ♻︎ Updated
Developers put their heart and soul into creating captivating gaming experiences. But not all post-launch content (DLC) is welcomed with open arms by fans. Sometimes an initially well-intentioned expansion ends up feeling like an ...read more
Your Private Life for Public Apps: The Unspoken Compromise
2025-07-31 18:01:51 🚀︎ New
The line between public and private life is becoming increasingly blurred. With the proliferation of free apps that promise convenience and benefits ...read more
The Ethics of ML-Driven Microtransaction Targeting
2025-05-25 18:46:42 ♻︎ Updated
Microtransactions: Necessary evil or predatory design decision? The debate rages on, but with the rise of machine learning-based targeting, the ethical risks are higher than ever. It's not just about selling digital goods; it's about ...read more
How to Misjudge Scope (And Run Out of Money)
2025-06-02 23:22:51 ♻︎ Updated
Developing software, games, or other digital products can be an exciting yet challenging endeavor. It requires careful planning, coding, testing, and deployment—all of which cost time, resources, and money. Unfortunately, one of the most ...read more
The Challenge of Explaining AI Suggestions to Junior Developers
2025-05-14 02:09:54 ♻︎ Updated
Introducing junior developers to AI is like jumping into the deep end without a lifeguard: complex jargon, abstract models, and profound conceptual leaps. How can we demystify this powerful technology and transform intimidating AI ...read more
How Vertical Farming Could End Food Shortages
2025-08-14 02:23:19 🚀︎ New
An innovative solution is gaining increasing attention due to its potential to combat global food shortages and environmental problems: vertical farming. This method of growing crops in stacked layers near urban areas has the potential to ...read more