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The Downfall of SimCity (2013)
2025-05-19 02:25:26 ♻︎ Updated
Few titles have experienced such a dramatic decline in reputation as SimCity in 2013. Published by Electronic Arts under the direction of producer Lucy Bradshaw, the city simulation game was destined to be a groundbreaking hit, cementing ...read more

The Future of Biometric Authentication in Digital Identity
2025-09-26 00:05:30 🚀︎ New
Security and convenience are paramount for any online service. With technological advances, biometric authentication has become a cornerstone for secure yet seamless user experiences. This blog post explores the future prospects of ...read more

How Publishers Use Server Shutdowns to Force Sequels
2025-05-23 23:16:38 ♻︎ Updated
Publishers often employ various strategies to ensure the relevance and profitability of their titles. One such tactic is the strategic use of server shutdowns to encourage players to purchase a sequel or subsequent releases. This blog post ...read more

How Pay-to-Win Destroys Competitive Integrity in Games
2025-07-13 14:20:23 🚀︎ New
One trend has been hotly debated among players, critics, and industry experts alike: pay-to-win (PTW) mechanics. This blog post examines the risks and threats PTW mechanics pose not only to the competitive integrity of games, but also to ...read more

A Glitch So Good, We Made It a Feature
2025-05-28 14:51:50 ♻︎ Updated
We often experience frustrating moments when things don't go as planned. These moments can range from minor annoyances to major setbacks that test our patience and problem-solving skills. But sometimes the most frustrating glitches contain ...read more

How Game Developers Use Analytics to Monitor Players
2025-02-24 17:00:46 🚀︎ New
One powerful tool they use to do this is analytics. Analytics not only helps understand player behavior but also informs decisions about game ...read more

When Mods Break Games: The Double-Edged Sword of Freedom
2025-05-28 05:49:15 ♻︎ Updated
Mods have long been a staple for players looking to enhance their gaming experience. These modifications range from simple aesthetic tweaks to comprehensive overhauls that change how a game works or its core mechanics. While mods are often ...read more

The Coming Battle Over ‘Right to Disconnect’ in Online Games
2025-07-14 19:27:56 🚀︎ New
Whether it's casual gaming during your lunch break or a hardcore multiplayer experience after work, the virtual worlds created by developers are ...read more

How to Avoid GDPR Fines Without Ruining Your Game Design
2025-05-20 00:34:24 🚀︎ New
Developers must consider complex legal frameworks to ensure compliance. One such framework is the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), which imposes strict rules on the handling of personal data by companies operating within or ...read more

How Hackers Steal In-Game Currency & Items
2025-07-04 13:16:39 🚀︎ New
Wherever players compete against each other or collaborate with friends in virtual worlds, security remains a critical issue. One of the most frustrating and damaging types of cybercrime perpetrated by malicious individuals is hacking ...read more

How AI is Disrupting Traditional Learning Paths
2025-07-17 17:09:58 🚀︎ New
The future of game development is not only evolving, but being fundamentally transformed by artificial intelligence. Traditional learning paths are being obliterated and replaced by a new paradigm where AI not only supports but transforms ...read more

The -We-re Listening- Lie
2025-05-18 13:23:03 ♻︎ Updated
In the ever-evolving world of software development, we frequently experience moments that test our patience and leave us feeling overwhelmed and misunderstood. These moments can range from minor annoyances like a broken piece of code to ...read more

Using Grids in Design Tools
2025-07-22 15:51:21 🚀︎ New
Creating aesthetically pleasing and functional layouts can be a challenging task. A powerful tool designers often use to streamline this process is the grid system. This blog post explains how grids can be effectively used in various ...read more

Will Platforms Ever Crack Down on Fake Games?
2025-08-05 09:31:16 🚀︎ New
Mobile gaming has become a multi-billion dollar industry. Platforms like the Google Play Store and the Apple App Store offer a wide selection of games. Therefore, it's important to discuss the risks posed by fake or fraudulent apps that ...read more

How to Make DLC That Actually Adds Value
2025-05-20 03:40:01 ♻︎ Updated
Creating downloadable content (DLC) is a double-edged sword. While it can significantly increase developers' revenue, poorly designed or implemented DLC can lead to significant player frustration and even damage the developer's reputation. ...read more

The Ethics of AI That "Predicts" Player Behavior
2025-05-23 00:26:23 ♻︎ Updated
Artificial intelligence is emerging as the ultimate predictor of player behavior in game development, enabling immersive and engaging experiences. But the deeper AI penetrates our digital habits, the more profound the ethical question ...read more

Should governments audit major streaming platforms?
2025-05-27 18:41:38 ♻︎ Updated
Streaming services have become an integral part of our daily lives. From movies to TV shows, music, podcasts, and video games, these platforms offer countless ways to consume content. As such, there is a growing debate about whether ...read more

Are We Just Pawns? The Power Imbalance of Dark Patterns
2025-07-24 04:10:57 🚀︎ New
From using social media to browsing the internet, we willingly engage in these activities, assuming they will provide us with a seamless and ...read more

Should Schools Implement Digital Detox Periods?
2025-05-16 22:37:43 ♻︎ Updated
Technology plays an increasingly large role in our daily lives. From smartphones and tablets to computers and laptops, children and teens are surrounded by screens at school, at home, and while playing. The American Academy of Pediatrics ...read more

The Debate Over Skeuomorphism's Return
2025-05-18 14:34:51 ♻︎ Updated
A recent debate revolves around whether skeuomorphism, a style that mimics real-world objects and textures, should make a comeback. This blog post explores the pros and cons of a potential return of skeuomorphism in UI/UX design and ...read more