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When Does a Game Stop Being a Game?

When Does a Game Stop Being a Game?

2025-04-14 22:40:16 🚀︎ New
Before we delve into the nuanced definition and the question of when a game ceases to be just a game, it's important to clarify what we mean by ...read more
Adding Features ? Adding Value

Adding Features ? Adding Value

2025-05-20 16:19:44 ♻︎ Updated
Especially in the gaming industry, developers are constantly faced with frustrating moments. These range from adding new features to improving game mechanics, each bringing its own challenges. This blog post highlights common developer ...read more
How to Replace Screen Time with Meaningful Activities

How to Replace Screen Time with Meaningful Activities

2025-06-05 04:49:53 🚀︎ New
Digital devices have become an integral part of our daily lives. While technology offers numerous benefits such as convenience and connectivity, excessive screen time can negatively impact mental health, physical well-being, and overall ...read more
Paid Content = Poor Reception

Paid Content = Poor Reception

2025-05-12 22:32:25 ♻︎ Updated
Developers are constantly faced with the task of creating engaging experiences for players while adhering to tight budgets and timelines. However, a common issue for many game developers is the relationship between paid content and overall ...read more
Are mobile ads funding terrorism/scams through unregulated networks?

Are mobile ads funding terrorism/scams through unregulated networks?

2025-05-22 02:43:12 ♻︎ Updated
Advertising has become an integral part of the online ecosystem. While it plays a crucial role in financially supporting content creators and platforms, there are concerns about its potential misuse, particularly regarding the financing of ...read more
How to Record High-Quality Voiceovers at Home

How to Record High-Quality Voiceovers at Home

2025-05-19 17:33:45 ♻︎ Updated
Are you an aspiring voice actor looking to record high-quality voiceovers from the comfort of your own home? Whether you're a professional aiming for broadcast quality or a hobbyist looking to hone your skills, with the right equipment and ...read more
When AI Development Tools Increase Frustration Instead of Productivity

When AI Development Tools Increase Frustration Instead of Productivity

2025-05-29 08:09:58 ♻︎ Updated
While AI development tools promise relief, they have become a surprising source of deep frustration for many game developers. Why do the very solutions designed for efficiency often exacerbate our suffering? This blog post challenges the ...read more
The Ethics of Data Collection

The Ethics of Data Collection

2025-05-11 09:37:21 ♻︎ Updated
A critical aspect that is often overlooked is the ethics of data collection. As games become increasingly immersive and linked to players' personal data, it's important to consider how that data is collected, used, and protected. This blog ...read more
The -Why Is This Even Possible?- Glitches

The -Why Is This Even Possible?- Glitches

2025-05-11 07:29:49 ♻︎ Updated
We put our heart and soul into developing immersive digital experiences for gamers. But even the most meticulously crafted games can be plagued by glitches that frustrate users and challenge our ability to deliver the quality we expect. In ...read more
The -DLC That Fixes the Game- Phenomenon

The -DLC That Fixes the Game- Phenomenon

2025-05-26 09:25:34 ♻︎ Updated
One of the most frustrating experiences for developers and players is when a game fails to live up to expectations. This can be especially disheartening when the game had potential but fell short due to various reasons, such as bugs, poor ...read more
How do Japanese gacha games differ from Western loot boxes?

How do Japanese gacha games differ from Western loot boxes?

2025-05-11 16:29:45 ♻︎ Updated
The gaming industry is experiencing a sharp rise in the popularity of mobile games featuring the unique "gacha" gameplay mechanic. This system is central to many popular mobile titles worldwide, but especially in Japan. Understanding the ...read more
Should Developers Have a “Kill Switch” for AI NPCs?

Should Developers Have a “Kill Switch” for AI NPCs?

2025-07-28 14:26:29 🚀︎ New
A troubling question arises: Should developers maintain a "kill switch" for these digital entities? This blog post explores the profound ethical and practical considerations behind such power, forcing us to confront the ultimate control we ...read more
How to Opt Out of Game Data Selling (Spoiler: You Can't Really)

How to Opt Out of Game Data Selling (Spoiler: You Can't Really)

2025-03-14 15:35:40 🚀︎ New
With the rise of data-driven marketing and targeted advertising, users are often targeted by companies that sell their user data to third parties for ...read more
The Tragedy of the Virtual Boy Revisited

The Tragedy of the Virtual Boy Revisited

2025-07-20 19:01:11 🚀︎ New
One console is a chilling example of failed technological ambition. The Virtual Boy, released by Nintendo in 1995, was intended to represent the next ...read more
Fitness+ not supported in all countries - why not?

Fitness+ not supported in all countries - why not?

2025-02-01 03:18:04 🚀︎ New
The world of fitness apps has expanded significantly over the years, offering users a wide range of options to stay active and maintain their physical health. One such app is Apple's -Fitness+,- which was introduced with the aim to provide ...read more
Top Free UI Design Tools for Beginners

Top Free UI Design Tools for Beginners

2025-05-22 12:10:04 ♻︎ Updated
User interface (UI) design can be both an art and a science, but it doesn't have to cost a fortune. For beginners in UI/UX design, there are several free tools available to help you get started creating stunning designs without breaking ...read more
Messages don't sync to Windows natively: Why?

Messages don't sync to Windows natively: Why?

2025-03-16 12:28:56 🚀︎ New
In today's digital age, smartphones have become an extension of our personal and professional lives. For many users, especially those who juggle both Android and iOS devices, seamless integration between platforms is crucial for ...read more
The Ethics of AI That Adapts Too Well to Players

The Ethics of AI That Adapts Too Well to Players

2025-05-24 16:14:23 ♻︎ Updated
The troubling prospect in game development: Artificial intelligence that adapts *too well* and mirrors human behavior to a disturbing degree threatens to create unfair advantages and ethical dilemmas. As AI pushes the boundaries of player ...read more
AI-Driven Voice Generation

AI-Driven Voice Generation

2025-06-11 22:58:52 🚀︎ New
AI-driven voice generation not only enhances player immersion, but also opens up new possibilities in storytelling and character interaction, and threatens to fundamentally change voice acting in games. This blog post explores how AI is ...read more
Are -energy systems- just a way to hide paywalls?

Are -energy systems- just a way to hide paywalls?

2025-05-30 06:01:22 ♻︎ Updated
Energy systems have become an integral part of many games. They often serve as a monetization tool and can be frustrating when players have to wait for resources to replenish or pay real money to purchase energy. But what if these energy ...read more
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