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Saving Texture Space with Atlases
2025-05-22 13:40:23 ♻︎ Updated
Efficient memory usage is crucial. One way to optimize texture storage without compromising visual quality is to use texture atlases. In this blog post, you'll learn what texture atlases are, how they work, their benefits, and how to ...read more

How do games exploit FOMO (Fear of Missing Out)?
2025-06-02 16:17:07 ♻︎ Updated
Developers are constantly looking for new ways to engage and keep players engaged. One particularly effective psychological tactic that has proven effective across numerous genres is the fear of missing out, or FOMO. This blog post ...read more

Will iPhone/Android hardware ever rival handheld consoles?
2025-05-19 08:56:05 ♻︎ Updated
The gaming landscape has changed dramatically over the years-from bulky consoles to sleek portable devices. With technological advances, the question remains whether smartphones like iPhones and Android devices can match or even surpass ...read more

The Patch That Made Everything Dance
2025-10-01 10:46:31 🚀︎ New
Where creativity meets technical complexity, developers often experience moments that can be both exciting and infuriating. One such moment can be traced back to a particular patch release—let's call it "The Patch That Made Everything ...read more

The Worst Excuses for Bad Launches
2025-05-15 02:43:37 ♻︎ Updated
Releasing a game can be an exciting yet intimidating experience. It's the moment when months, if not years, of hard work culminate in a single release. Yet despite all the preparation and planning, games sometimes fall short of ...read more

How the Metaverse Could Replace Social Media
2025-05-28 18:03:00 ♻︎ Updated
Social media has become an integral part of our everyday lives, shaping the way we communicate, share experiences, and connect. However, the rise of the metaverse opens up a new dimension of virtual reality, promising immersive, connected ...read more

Why Some Games Need Years to Recover from a Bad Launch
2025-06-02 02:02:29 ♻︎ Updated
A game's release is often just the beginning. Many games face significant issues after launch that can take months or even years to resolve. This blog post explores why some games take longer to recover from a poor launch and discusses the ...read more

Why the Metaverse Will Have Its Own Class System
2025-07-03 15:25:42 🚀︎ New
The metaverse isn't just a concept; it's becoming an integral part of our digital future. This virtual space promises to redefine the way we interact, work, and learn. Among the countless possibilities offered by this immersive ...read more

No full screen reader support in many Apple apps - why?
2025-05-13 02:31:41 ♻︎ Updated
Accessibility is a crucial aspect of smartphone technology. It ensures that all users can use smartphone functions and features, regardless of their visual or cognitive abilities. People with disabilities often rely on assistive technology ...read more

Do You Know Where Your Facial Data Goes?
2025-04-14 04:26:42 🚀︎ New
One of the most fascinating aspects of modern technology is facial recognition, especially on devices like iPhones with Face ID. While this feature ...read more

Using Heatmaps to Improve User Experience
2025-05-25 19:38:37 ♻︎ Updated
Understanding user behavior is crucial for designing intuitive and engaging user interfaces. Heatmapping is a powerful tool that provides valuable insights into user interactions with your website or app. In this blog post, we explain what ...read more

Why do few mobile games offer 10+ hours of content?
2025-05-31 10:42:30 ♻︎ Updated
Players often find themselves immersed in a flood of short-term experiences that promise quick thrills but rarely offer long-term engagement. This phenomenon can be traced to several key factors that influence both game design and player ...read more

Construct 3: No-Code Game Dev Done Right
2025-06-03 09:20:33 ♻︎ Updated
Welcome to the world of game development, where creativity meets technology. Have you ever imagined creating stunning games without writing a single line of code? Discover Construct 3, a revolutionary no-code game development tool that's ...read more

Still no multi-user login on Vision Pro - why is it one-user only?
2025-03-01 16:06:02 🚀︎ New
Apple's latest innovation in virtual reality, the Vision Pro, has undoubtedly set a new benchmark for immersive technology. However, one limitation that many users and tech enthusiasts have noticed right from its unveiling is the absence ...read more

The Rise (And Fall) of On-Disc DLC
2025-07-18 05:34:50 🚀︎ New
Downloadable content (DLC) has become essential for developers and players alike. It provides additional revenue streams, player engagement, and regular updates to keep games fresh. However, like any business model, on-disc DLC has had its ...read more

The Ethics of Selling ‘Convenience’ in Games
2025-05-19 08:45:48 ♻︎ Updated
Developers and platforms often claim to offer their users unparalleled convenience. This blog post explores the ethical aspects of selling convenience in games and how this concept can both benefit and potentially exploit consumers. We ...read more

Why Indies Are Better at Queer Representation Than Corporate Studios
2025-04-09 18:43:04 🚀︎ New
Representation has long been a critical topic discussed by both gamers and industry insiders alike. One particularly pressing area where this debate ...read more

Why Texture Atlases Improve Game Performance
2025-06-01 21:01:38 ♻︎ Updated
Performance optimization is everything. From loading times to rendering efficiency, every aspect can impact a smooth gaming experience. One powerful technique for significantly improving performance is the use of texture atlases. This blog ...read more

Are streaming platforms killing the weekly release format?
2025-05-30 12:29:39 ♻︎ Updated
Our media consumption has changed significantly. Gone are the days when new series and films were released weekly exclusively on physical or digital platforms. The rise of streaming platforms has brought about dramatic changes in the ...read more

Future of Performance Optimization Tools
2025-05-18 08:56:13 ♻︎ Updated
With rising user expectations and the expectation that applications work flawlessly across a variety of devices and networks, performance optimization tools have become an essential part of software development. Let's look ahead and ...read more