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How Much Should You Trust Automated Performance Tools?
2025-05-13 17:23:47 ♻︎ Updated
Performance optimization has become a cornerstone for the smooth and efficient operation of applications. Developers and IT professionals strive to improve the user experience, and automated performance tools have proven to be important ...read more

Why Game Devs Fear GDPR Compliance
2025-05-26 05:04:10 🚀︎ New
The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) is a comprehensive set of rules established by the European Union to protect the personal data of EU citizens. Adopted in 2016 and entering into force in May 2018, the GDPR has far-reaching ...read more

How ‘Planescape: Torment’ Redefined RPG Storytelling
2025-03-21 07:31:43 🚀︎ New
Few games have left such a lasting impression on players and critics as Planescape: Torment. Released in 1999 by the (now defunct) Black Isle ...read more

AI for NPC Team Coordination
2025-06-02 04:53:47 ♻︎ Updated
Individual brilliance is good, but collective intelligence is groundbreaking. This blog post explores the latest AI and shows how it orchestrates seamless, intelligent coordination between NPC (non-player character) teams, transforming ...read more

The Pros and Cons of Peer-to-Peer vs. Dedicated Servers
2025-08-03 02:42:19 🚀︎ New
Server architecture plays a crucial role in the overall player experience. Two popular server types are peer-to-peer (P2P) and dedicated servers. Each of these types has its own advantages and disadvantages that affect how games work and ...read more

The Best Free Foley Sound Tools
2025-08-12 13:54:49 🚀︎ New
Foley sound, named after Walter MG Foley, a pioneer in sound design, is an innovative method that uses everyday sounds to enhance films and multimedia projects, replacing or supplementing pre-recorded dialogue. It's not just about creating ...read more

When Games Work for Advertisers, Not Players
2025-07-25 11:55:17 🚀︎ New
However, this lucrative partnership between gamers and advertisers is often misunderstood, as many gamers fear that their privacy and personal data ...read more

Why AAA Studios Rarely Innovate (And Indies Do)
2025-03-18 00:39:49 🚀︎ New
In the ever-evolving world of video game development, one often hears about groundbreaking games created by indie studios. These small teams seem to ...read more

How Rewards Incentivize Data Sharing
2025-02-24 13:46:04 🚀︎ New
Given these challenges, gamification offers a novel approach to positively incentivize users to voluntarily share their data. This blog post explores ...read more

The Dilemma of Choosing Between AI Speed and Code Quality
2025-05-19 23:58:36 ♻︎ Updated
Every decision is a compromise. Do we sacrifice code quality for lightning-fast AI, or do we meticulously pursue perfection while accepting slow progress? This blog post explores the agonizing dilemma between "good and fast" and "great and ...read more

That Time Reddit Turned on Us
2025-05-16 20:32:44 ♻︎ Updated
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

The Rise of AI-Generated Side Quests (And Why They Suck)
2025-05-25 19:22:44 ♻︎ Updated
The era of handcrafted side quests is rapidly coming to an end. What happens when the vast, complex worlds of our games are populated by dynamically generated stories crafted by an invisible AI? While efficiency is tempting, a provocative ...read more

The Educational Game Bubble: Too Much Hype, Too Little Learning
2025-06-06 23:12:45 🚀︎ New
Educational games have experienced a significant rise. These interactive platforms promise to engage students while imparting knowledge. However, in the wake of this trend, many educational games have become nothing more than marketing ...read more

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

The ‘Stardew Valley’ Effect: One Dev Outshining Corporate Farms
2025-08-27 07:20:26 🚀︎ New
It's not uncommon to observe a stark contrast between indie developers and their corporate counterparts. While AAA games (commonly referred to as ...read more

How Law Enforcement Accesses Game Location Data Without Warrants
2025-09-26 18:59:59 🚀︎ New
From the apps we use to the games we play on our phones, data collection has become an integral part of modern life. However, this tracking can lead ...read more

The Ethics of Prompt Engineering: Bias & Manipulation
2025-05-21 23:14:40 ♻︎ Updated
Prompt development in games: a double-edged sword. While it promises unprecedented player interaction, it harbors a darker secret: the potential for insidious bias and manipulation. This blog post isn't just an exploration; it's a stark ...read more

The Role of Team Branding and Merchandising
2025-05-31 19:07:27 ♻︎ Updated
Team branding and merchandising play a crucial role, not only strengthening a team's identity but also contributing to the cultural landscape. This blog post explores how team branding and merchandising influence gaming culture both on and ...read more

Why Colorblind Modes Make Games More Inclusive
2025-05-24 04:57:32 ♻︎ Updated
Inclusivity isn't just a trend, but a fundamental aspect that aims to ensure that all players can enjoy games equally, regardless of their personal characteristics. One such initiative to improve inclusivity in video games is the ...read more

Beyond Functionality: The Covert Purpose of Many Free Apps
2025-06-08 10:57:44 🚀︎ New
They promise a wide range of features and functions for free. However, beyond the advertised purposes, many free apps collect data-information about ...read more