Info- 15141: game design, analysis, video games, user experience

The gaming industry is experiencing strong growth, and many mobile studios are achieving record profits. However, amid these seemingly successful times, there have been reports of mass layoffs at some well-known mobile game developers. ...read more

Interactions primarily take place in virtual spaces. Platforms such as email, social media, messaging apps, and others use pings and notifications as their primary method to engage and inform users. While these tools are intended to ...read more

Smartphones have become an indispensable part of our lives. Not only do they help us stay connected, but they also offer a host of features, including streaming music and videos, browsing the internet, taking high-quality photos, and even ...read more

Developers are constantly experimenting with different game mechanics to engage and motivate players. One such mechanism is the achievement system. These systems typically involve a series of predefined goals that players can achieve to ...read more

Hydrogen-powered aircraft are on everyone's lips. With a view to a future in which aviation contributes less to climate change, hydrogen appears to be emerging as a promising alternative fuel. We explore what this could mean for the future ...read more

Cliff Bleszinski, a gaming industry legend, is best known for his work as a designer and programmer at Epic Games. His key contributions include ...read more

Thanks to the increasing popularity of game launchers, gamers can access and download various games with just a few clicks. However, this convenience ...read more

Likewise, the need for efficient and user-friendly software management is growing. In the fast-paced digital age, package managers have become an integral part of many developers' and users' toolboxes. They facilitate the installation, ...read more

They entertain us, challenge our skills, and even connect us socially. However, with the integration of social features into many mobile games, the ...read more

Few names have generated as much excitement as Telltale Games. Founded in 2004 by industry veterans through the merger of studios such as Terminal ...read more

A solid understanding of music theory can be invaluable, especially when creating captivating soundtracks or designing interactive musical experiences. While many developers assume they don't need complex knowledge of music theory for game ...read more

Welcome to a deep dive into the fascinating world of game psychology, with a particular focus on the phenomenon of the "just one more round" effect. ...read more

With new releases and updates becoming commonplace, an intriguing question arises: What if single-player games were available only via subscription? ...read more

As we move towards a world dominated by artificial intelligence (AI), the question arises as to how far this technology will permeate our personal and professional lives. One area where we are likely to see significant changes is salary ...read more

Developers often find themselves at a crossroads between creativity, innovation, and customer satisfaction. Despite success stories and engaging gameplay, there are cases where games fail to meet expectations and trigger significant ...read more

Mobile gaming has become an integral part of our lives. Numerous games are available for free on app stores like Google Play or Apple's App Store, often luring consumers with the promise of endless entertainment and excitement without any ...read more

AI promised a revolution, a seamless connection between human intent and machine execution. Yet for countless users, especially those new to its capabilities, the experience is often as unbearable as shouting into the void—distant, dull, ...read more

In the video game sector in particular, a legislative decision could have significantly changed the gaming experience and industry practices. ...read more

As digital devices and platforms become increasingly integrated into our daily lives, the concept of digital well-being is more important than ever. This blog post explores how we can maintain balance and support our mental health in an ...read more

We yearn for intelligent enemy AI. But what if our pursuit of sophisticated machine learning leads to a paradoxical result: frustrating, predictable enemies that players simply *hate*? This blog post not only questions the effectiveness of ...read more