Info- 11901: innovation, sustainability, surveillance, AI

The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) has significantly impacted how companies, including game developers, handle personal data. One of the consequences is the need to ensure that servers hosting user data comply with GDPR ...read more

Developers often face various challenges that can lead to frustration. One of these is dealing with interruptions and perceived failures. While both terms may seem similar, they describe different phases in a project's lifecycle. ...read more

From social media platforms to online gaming, companies often collect vast amounts of user data for targeted advertising or to improve their ...read more

Modding is becoming increasingly popular. Players create custom content for their favorite games to enhance gameplay, fix bugs, or simply add new elements not originally included. However, this practice often sparks a debate about ...read more

Every update harbors a hidden danger: the insidious introduction of new bugs. Manual regression testing is a tedious and often error-prone defense against this danger. But what if artificial intelligence became our tireless digital ...read more

Many retro games find themselves in a particular predicament. These are titles from the past that have piqued our nostalgia, but are often stuck in a legal gray area, meaning they aren't legally accessible or properly remastered. This blog ...read more

I've experienced countless moments that could be described as frustrating. However, one particular incident stands out in my mind not only for its immense frustration, but also because it highlighted some critical issues facing the gaming ...read more

Frustration often accompanies innovation. Developers put their passion into building applications that solve problems or provide entertainment in various forms – games are a case in point. However, while developers put their heart and ...read more

With the rise of surveillance capitalism and the increasing collection of personal data by various companies as part of our online activities, it has ...read more

Developing software, games, or other digital products can be an exciting yet challenging journey. It often involves navigating complex codebases, identifying unexpected bugs, and occasionally experiencing "this isn't how it works" moments. ...read more

From social media to e-commerce, these platforms collect vast amounts of data from their users. However, many users are often unaware that even if ...read more

Two categories stand out in terms of production scale and financial outlay: indie games and triple-A (AAA) titles. While both genres have contributed significantly to the global cultural landscape, their environmental impacts vary greatly ...read more

Technology and its influencers play a crucial role in shaping public opinion and discourse. Podcasts have established themselves among these influencers as an influential medium through which tech enthusiasts can engage in lively ...read more

Weapon durability systems have become an important component for enhancing gameplay and immersion. However, these systems are not without flaws and ...read more

The software development life cycle (SDLC) in game development is undergoing radical change—not through human intervention, but through the relentless power of AI debuggers. This paper analyzes the profound impact of AI on each phase of ...read more

One particularly controversial area is the use of geo-tracking in gaming applications. This blog post explores whether geo-tracking in games ...read more

It's crucial to create layouts that are not only visually appealing, but also intuitive and user-friendly. A powerful tool that helps designers achieve this balance is the 8-point grid system. This methodical approach to layout design ...read more

As the gaming industry continues to evolve, so does the need for realistic rendering in games. Physically Based Rendering (PBR) has become a staple for achieving stunning visuals that can rival real-world scenarios. To aid developers and ...read more

We're constantly looking for ways to create a safe and conductive environment for testing new applications or features without impacting our core operating system. This is where Windows Sandbox comes in-a feature introduced by Microsoft ...read more

One method breathes new life into classic titles: modding. This blog post explores how modding serves as an important method for preserving timeless games that have stood the test of time. By exploring various aspects of modding and its ...read more