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Easy Mode Debate: Is -Git Gud' Culture Toxic or Necessary?
2025-05-26 10:50:46 ♻︎ Updated
Culture plays a significant role in shaping player behavior and expectations. One term that often sparks heated debate among gamers is "git gud," which has become synonymous with the mantra "get good." This phrase captures the core idea of ...read more
The Role of Machine Learning in Predicting Code Failures
2025-05-15 20:09:37 ♻︎ Updated
Code bugs in game development are often unpredictable, catastrophic events. But what if machine learning could become the ultimate oracle, predicting and potentially preventing these crashes before they impact players? This post explores ...read more
The Problem with -Scripted' Esports Drama
2025-05-22 14:05:43 ♻︎ Updated
Esports, the competitive branch of video gaming, has grown into a multi-billion dollar industry over the past decade. With millions of viewers and passionate fans, it's no wonder the dramas within these communities can be as dramatic as ...read more
The Controversial Legacy of ‘E.T.’: Was It Really That Bad?
2025-10-24 23:39:26 🚀︎ New
One title that has often received both praise and criticism is "ET," a game based on the film series of the same name. Released in 1982 for the Atari ...read more
Using AI to Test Edge Cases
2026-01-03 00:08:23 🚀︎ New
In the unpredictable landscape of game development, the true test of robustness lies not in everyday scenarios, but in the elusive "edge cases"—those subtle, often overlooked interactions that can trigger catastrophic failures. Manual ...read more
How Fake Mobile Games Trick Players into Downloading Them
2025-09-12 04:21:01 🚀︎ New
Mobile gaming has become a widespread hobby for people of all ages. But alongside the vast variety of games available in app stores like Google Play and Apple's App Store, there are also fake mobile games lurking, seeking to exploit ...read more
The Role of Legal Issues in Killing Games
2025-05-11 18:44:33 ♻︎ Updated
Developers often face myriad challenges, ranging from technical hurdles to creative blocks. However, a major source of frustration is legal issues—problems that can seemingly derail projects or significantly impact their vision and ...read more
Why ‘Mental Health’ Apps Are Gamifying Your Private Thoughts
2025-11-16 07:57:52 🚀︎ New
These apps, often referred to as "wellness technology" or "digital therapeutics," aim to help users manage stress, anxiety, depression, sleep ...read more
When Your Publisher Sets an Unrealistic Deadline
2025-05-28 13:07:34 ♻︎ Updated
Developers often find themselves in the dilemma of publisher deadlines that seem unrealistic. This situation can lead to significant stress, decreased motivation, and, even worse, poorly executed games that fail to meet expectations. In ...read more
Why Some Games Are Unplayable After Just a Year
2025-06-05 16:20:19 🚀︎ New
The development and distribution of video games has changed significantly. One trend is the increasing availability of always-online games. This practice requires players to be constantly connected to the internet for their game to ...read more
No image-to-text OCR in Notes without third-party tools - why?
2025-09-26 18:38:36 🚀︎ New
Smartphones have become indispensable tools for capturing real-world information. While many modern smartphones offer a convenient way to take photos and automatically convert them to text using optical character recognition (OCR), some ...read more
The 'We-ll Fix It in Post' Mentality (And Why It Fails)
2025-05-13 21:14:21 ♻︎ Updated
Developing software, especially complex systems like video games, is a complex process that requires creativity, technical expertise, and a lot of trial and error. Unfortunately, the so-called "we'll fix it later" mentality is a common ...read more
How do I stop iCloud from backing up apps on my iPhone?
2025-04-08 05:58:26 🚀︎ New
iCloud is an excellent service provided by Apple that allows users to sync their data across multiple devices. However, many users find themselves frustrated with the default setting where all app data gets backed up to iCloud ...read more
How Niche Communities Are Taking Over from Mainstream Social Media
2025-07-10 10:17:10 🚀︎ New
Social media platforms have become an integral part of our everyday lives. However, a significant shift is currently taking place: niche communities are competing with the established social media giants. This blog post examines how these ...read more
The Psychological Impact of Being Constantly Tracked
2025-03-05 11:35:40 🚀︎ New
While governments, corporations, and even individuals use these tools to monitor behavior for various purposes, the psychological impact on those ...read more
Should AI-Generated Content Be Labeled in Games?
2025-08-10 12:31:40 🚀︎ New
A critical question arises: Should we be transparent about their origins? This blog post explores the exciting debate surrounding the labeling of AI-generated content in video games and argues that the answer will greatly impact player ...read more
Contrast Ratios for Readability
2025-09-24 17:41:14 🚀︎ New
An often overlooked fundamental principle is color contrast. Contrast ratios, especially with regard to the readability of text on digital screens, can significantly influence the perception and understanding of information in applications ...read more
Games as Practice for Death
2025-06-05 20:24:35 🚀︎ New
There's a fascinating concept called "games as a dying exercise." This theory proposes that certain games not only serve as an escape from reality, ...read more
The Role of Algorithms in Killing Small Creators
2025-10-28 20:56:15 🚀︎ New
Small creatives often struggle to compete with larger, more established channels. A key factor contributing to this imbalance is the role of algorithms in shaping what users see on their screens. In this blog post, we explore how ...read more
Do Games Need Stories or Do We Just Add Them?
2025-06-25 12:16:22 🚀︎ New
Games have evolved from simple electronic toys to complex digital experiences that immerse players in alternate realities. At the heart of these ...read more