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Harmonizing User and Platform Goals

Harmonizing User and Platform Goals

2025-05-26 06:25:14 🚀︎ New
This delicate process often requires navigating complex consent structures and potentially manipulative practices, known as "dark patterns." ...read more
Should games disclose real-money drop rates (like China's law)?

Should games disclose real-money drop rates (like China's law)?

2025-05-31 19:09:51 ♻︎ Updated
Players are demanding not only more immersive experiences but also greater transparency from developers. One particularly contentious issue making headlines is whether games must disclose drop rates for real-money winnings, as required by ...read more
Should Indie Games Have Better QA?

Should Indie Games Have Better QA?

2025-03-05 11:49:40 🚀︎ New
There are two distinct camps in game development: indie games and AAA (triple-A) titles. Both face challenges with quality assurance. The debate over ...read more
Why You Should Use 8-Point Grids

Why You Should Use 8-Point Grids

2025-05-25 09:21:19 🚀︎ New
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
Are hyper-casual games the fast food of gaming?

Are hyper-casual games the fast food of gaming?

2025-05-30 01:57:02 ♻︎ Updated
The mobile gaming landscape is experiencing a surge in popularity for so-called "hyper-casual" games. These simple, fast-paced, and addictive titles have taken the mobile gaming world by storm, much like fast food took the restaurant ...read more
Analyzing Crafting Systems

Analyzing Crafting Systems

2025-05-29 10:50:54 ♻︎ Updated
Crafting systems are an integral part of many role-playing games, simulation games, and even some action games. They allow players to craft or assemble items using various resources, which can significantly impact game mechanics, player ...read more
Why do most mobile hits rely on existing IP?

Why do most mobile hits rely on existing IP?

2025-05-16 00:22:08 ♻︎ Updated
A trend has been evident throughout history: the majority of popular and commercially successful games rely heavily on existing intellectual property (IP). This phenomenon is not a coincidence; Rather, it reflects a conscious strategy by ...read more
How Poor Financial Planning Kills Indies

How Poor Financial Planning Kills Indies

2025-05-19 14:22:13 ♻︎ Updated
You're putting your heart and soul into developing your next innovative game. But amid all the excitement and creativity, one critical aspect is often overlooked: financial planning. Poor financial planning can lead to numerous ...read more
Why do games hide data collection in EULAs?

Why do games hide data collection in EULAs?

2025-05-31 07:56:28 ♻︎ Updated
Developers are constantly faced with the challenge of balancing user privacy and the gaming experience. One way to address this dual issue is through end-user license agreements (EULAs). These legal documents stipulate the terms under ...read more
Why Some Countries Ban Pay-to-Win Mechanics

Why Some Countries Ban Pay-to-Win Mechanics

2025-06-18 00:20:10 🚀︎ New
Pay-to-win mechanisms have become a controversial topic among gamers, politicians, and consumer protection organizations. This blog post examines why some countries ban or heavily regulate pay-to-win mechanisms in video games. It focuses ...read more
Still impossible to merge two Apple IDs - why?

Still impossible to merge two Apple IDs - why?

2025-05-12 07:15:17 ♻︎ Updated
Smartphones have become an indispensable part of our lives. They provide access to various services and applications we use daily, such as social media platforms, online banking, and much more. One of the most popular smartphone operating ...read more
The Rise of Fake Game Mods That Install Spyware

The Rise of Fake Game Mods That Install Spyware

2025-09-07 15:36:17 🚀︎ New
Gaming isn't just a hobby; it's an integral part of our online culture. Gamers around the world spend countless hours playing their favorite games across various platforms, including PCs, consoles, and mobile devices. Amid this thriving ...read more
How Self-Regulation Fails Gamers

How Self-Regulation Fails Gamers

2025-02-21 10:00:20 🚀︎ New
This approach is based on the assumption that gamers are mature enough to establish their own rules for acceptable behavior within a game or ...read more
When Silence Is a Mistake

When Silence Is a Mistake

2025-05-20 20:34:25 ♻︎ Updated
In both professional and amateur gaming, there are times when silence can be just as damaging as poor communication. This blog post explores some common frustrations faced by developers, especially in game development, and how ignoring ...read more
Will governments ever hold devs accountable?

Will governments ever hold devs accountable?

2025-05-17 01:23:14 ♻︎ Updated
Developers create innovative and engaging experiences that delight players around the world. However, as these games grow in popularity and become more integrated into everyday life, there is growing debate about whether governments should ...read more
Why Some AI Voice Acting Creeps Players Out

Why Some AI Voice Acting Creeps Players Out

2025-05-23 15:53:07 ♻︎ Updated
Particularly in the context of voice acting in video games and other interactive media, the so-called "horror phenomenon" is causing increasing concern among gamers. It arises from the so-called "uncanny valley." This term, coined by ...read more
Protecting Gamer Identities: The Game Changer Approach

Protecting Gamer Identities: The Game Changer Approach

2025-10-02 00:20:57 🚀︎ New
As gamers immerse themselves in virtual worlds and connect through online identities, protecting personal data is a top concern. Since gamers use multiple platforms and engage with diverse communities, protecting their identities is ...read more
How Game Piracy in the '90s Built Global Gaming Communities

How Game Piracy in the '90s Built Global Gaming Communities

2025-04-28 02:40:15 🚀︎ New
Piracy played a significant role in the emergence of global video game communities. The 1990s were marked by rapid technological and connectivity ...read more
AI-Generated Weapons & Items: Creativity or Repetition?

AI-Generated Weapons & Items: Creativity or Repetition?

2025-05-23 05:53:28 ♻︎ Updated
AI not only improves gameplay but actively shapes the structure of our virtual worlds—from the dynamic behavior of enemies to the development of unique weapons and items. But by harnessing the power of algorithms, are we fostering true ...read more
Visual Studio: Still the Best IDE for Windows Devs

Visual Studio: Still the Best IDE for Windows Devs

2025-07-12 10:06:33 🚀︎ New
We're constantly searching for the best tools to increase our productivity and efficiency. Among the many integrated development environments (IDEs) available today, Microsoft Visual Studio stands out as a powerful tool that continues to ...read more
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