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The Dark Side: AI NPCs That Gaslight the Player
2025-05-29 13:00:16 ♻︎ Updated
A new dimension of antagonistic AI is emerging—one that not only challenges players, but subtly *manipulates* them. We're talking about "gaslighting" AI, designed to sow doubt and disorientation and blur the lines between reality and ...read more
Best Lightweight Code Editors for Windows
2025-05-11 00:51:46 ♻︎ Updated
The demand for efficient and lean tools is also growing. For developers and programmers, choosing the right code editor is crucial to staying productive while preventing their systems from being slowed down by unnecessary features. In this ...read more
AI in Procedural Storytelling
2025-05-20 09:31:18 ♻︎ Updated
Artificial intelligence is revolutionizing procedural storytelling in games, shaping stories with unprecedented flexibility and dynamism. This blog post explores the fascinating world of AI-powered procedural storytelling and shows how it ...read more
The Risks of Overfitting ML Models to Player Data
2025-11-10 10:39:54 🚀︎ New
The pursuit of hyper-personalized gaming experiences harbors a hidden, dangerous pitfall: overfitting. Training machine learning models on player data promises unprecedented engagement, but always carries the risk of unstable, overly ...read more
Why Internet Shutdowns Could Make Always-Online Games Obsolete
2025-05-26 13:08:36 ♻︎ Updated
Internet connectivity is often taken for granted. However, in some parts of the world, particularly in countries with authoritarian regimes, internet shutdowns are a common means of controlling the flow of information and maintaining ...read more
How Self-Regulation Fails Gamers
2025-02-21 10:00:20 🚀︎ New
This approach is based on the assumption that gamers are mature enough to establish their own rules for acceptable behavior within a game or ...read more
How do I sync iCloud photos across devices?
2025-02-03 17:57:56 🚀︎ New
iCloud, Apple's cloud service, allows users to store and access their photos, videos, documents, and other content seamlessly across all their Apple devices. If you're looking to sync your iCloud photos across multiple smartphones or ...read more
Why Controller Vibration Options Are Important
2025-05-23 00:13:43 ♻︎ Updated
Controllers are more than just gaming devices; they are often an extension of our hands, providing tactile feedback that enhances immersion. One feature increasingly found in modern gaming controllers is vibration or rumble. This blog post ...read more
The ‘Lost Art’ of PS2-Era Weird Games
2025-07-08 02:57:07 🚀︎ New
Consoles like the PlayStation 2 are characterized by unique offerings-games that defy categorization and push the boundaries of storytelling, ...read more
Do mobile games harm real-world social skills?
2025-05-19 04:44:54 ♻︎ Updated
Mobile gaming has become an integral part of modern life. Thanks to their mobility and accessibility, mobile games have captured the attention of users worldwide, offering immersive experiences that rival those of console or PC games. ...read more
The Role of GDPR in Limiting Game Location Tracking
2025-04-21 22:47:28 🚀︎ New
It enables personalized advertising, improves the user experience in apps and games, and drives analytics that influence business decisions. However, ...read more
Engines That Don't Require Coding
2025-09-18 02:05:23 🚀︎ New
The ability to quickly build and launch applications is critical. For those without a technical background or programming skills, finding tools that enable non-technical creation can be crucial. This blog post explores various platforms ...read more
Why ‘Clan Drama’ Is More Toxic Than High School
2025-08-03 00:33:12 🚀︎ New
Today, communication platforms are more than just tools for sharing information. They have become sites of complex social interactions that can impact mental health and emotional well-being. The dynamics of online communities, often ...read more
The Challenge of Interpreting ML Decisions in Complex Game Systems
2025-08-31 00:14:37 🚀︎ New
The black box problem of AI casts a long shadow over game development. While machine learning promises revolutionary personalization and dynamic gameplay, we are headed toward a future where the algorithms shaping our experiences are ...read more
Dialogue Trees and Player Choice: Shaping Narrative Outcomes
2025-05-12 22:55:06 ♻︎ Updated
Interactive narratives are becoming increasingly popular for engaging players. These stories are told not only through visuals and sound, but also through player decisions that determine the outcome of the story. One powerful tool for this ...read more
Are -Walking Simulators' Really Games or Just Interactive Stories?
2025-10-03 23:22:07 🚀︎ New
A new genre is steadily gaining traction: the walking simulator. Often misunderstood as mere interactive stories, these games challenge traditional notions of what constitutes a game. This blog post delves into the nuances of walking ...read more
How Bad Launches Destroy Developer Reputations
2025-05-21 03:19:41 ♻︎ Updated
Releasing a new game can be one of the most exciting yet stressful moments for developers. The excitement of bringing one's creation to life often encounters potential pitfalls that can derail the hard work put into development. One ...read more
How Some Indie Developers Are Fighting Back
2025-06-05 19:31:37 🚀︎ New
We often entrust apps and games with our personal data without considering how it might be used or shared. For indie developers, navigating these ...read more
The Mechanics of Puzzle Design: Engaging the Player's Mind
2025-06-01 15:17:05 ♻︎ Updated
Puzzle elements aren't just add-ons; they're an essential component of engaging and immersive experiences. Understanding the mechanics behind puzzle development can significantly increase gameplay depth and player satisfaction. This blog ...read more
Why Most Indie Games Don-t Make Money
2025-05-11 23:01:17 ♻︎ Updated
Indie games are a unique breed. They are small studios and independent developers who, with passion and creativity, often eschew traditional publishing channels to bring their ideas to life. But amidst the colorful diversity of indie ...read more