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Microcopy is Often Condescending

Microcopy is Often Condescending

2025-09-21 22:51:53 🚀︎ New
Microtext often goes unnoticed, yet it plays a crucial role in user interaction. It's the small text that appears next to buttons, icons, or in forms, giving users clues about their next steps. While it may seem insignificant, microtext ...read more
No support for full Grammarly-like corrections natively - why?

No support for full Grammarly-like corrections natively - why?

2026-02-02 00:26:31 🚀︎ New
In today's digital age, smartphones have become an integral part of our daily lives. They are not only used for communication but also for various productivity tasks such as writing emails, taking notes, browsing the internet, and even ...read more
Are Emojis and GIFs Making Gamers Emotionally Lazy?

Are Emojis and GIFs Making Gamers Emotionally Lazy?

2025-12-29 20:59:41 🚀︎ New
Communication has evolved significantly. Emojis and GIFs are among the most ubiquitous forms of digital expression. These visual symbols have become indispensable in our online communication, including in gaming communities. However, there ...read more
Should you be able to delete your watch history permanently?

Should you be able to delete your watch history permanently?

2025-12-24 04:36:22 🚀︎ New
Data privacy has become one of the most pressing concerns. As consumers increasingly turn to streaming services for their entertainment needs, a pertinent question arises: Should one be able to permanently delete one's viewing history? ...read more
Targeted Ads Based on How You Play

Targeted Ads Based on How You Play

2026-01-18 05:59:34 🚀︎ New
From logging into your smartphone to playing on your game console, every click, swipe, and tap creates a data trail that can be analyzed and used by ...read more
Real-Time AI-Enhanced Avatars

Real-Time AI-Enhanced Avatars

2025-12-01 07:45:41 🚀︎ New
Real-time AI in avatars not only increases realism; it represents a revolutionary advancement that blurs the lines between player and NPC and opens up unprecedented possibilities for dynamic storytelling. This blog post explores how ...read more
The Metaverse: A Promise of Immersion or a Peril of Intrusion?

The Metaverse: A Promise of Immersion or a Peril of Intrusion?

2025-07-11 16:18:06 🚀︎ New
In connected spaces, the so-called metaverse, a lively debate is raging about the balance between immersion and intrusion. This blog post explores ...read more
Torque3D: The Open-Source Hidden Gem

Torque3D: The Open-Source Hidden Gem

2025-05-10 23:54:01 ♻︎ Updated
Choosing the right game engine can make all the difference. While established giants like Unity and Unreal dominate the market, there's one open-source gem that deserves more attention: Torque3D. This blog post explores what makes Torque3D ...read more
Beyond Functionality: The Covert Purpose of Many Free Apps

Beyond Functionality: The Covert Purpose of Many Free Apps

2025-06-08 10:57:44 🚀︎ New
They promise a wide range of features and functions for free. However, beyond the advertised purposes, many free apps collect data-information about ...read more
Smart Offices: IoT and the Future Workspace

Smart Offices: IoT and the Future Workspace

2025-08-12 00:35:25 🚀︎ New
Technology isn't just improving our everyday lives; it's transforming entire industries, including office spaces. Welcome to the era of smart offices, where Internet of Things (IoT) devices are revolutionizing the way we work. This blog ...read more
Pong to PlayStation: The Evolution of Gaming in 50 Years

Pong to PlayStation: The Evolution of Gaming in 50 Years

2025-10-25 22:08:24 🚀︎ New
Since the dawn of arcade games and home consoles, gaming has undergone phenomenal change. From its humble beginnings with "Pong" to the complex ...read more
Are mobile games designed to be addictive rather than fun?

Are mobile games designed to be addictive rather than fun?

2025-05-21 14:34:49 ♻︎ Updated
One question remains hotly debated: Are mobile games intentionally designed to be addictive, or do they simply offer an engaging gaming experience that users naturally enjoy? This discussion not only addresses the moral aspects of ...read more
Why You Should Stop Using Lorem Ipsum

Why You Should Stop Using Lorem Ipsum

2025-05-20 02:52:39 ♻︎ Updated
Placeholder text has long been a staple. Lorem Ipsum Pain sits amet, consectetur adipiscing Elite, sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut Labor and pain magna aliqua. Often abbreviated to 'Lorem Ipsum', this ubiquitous filler text is derived ...read more
Why do so many mobile studios shut down after one flop?

Why do so many mobile studios shut down after one flop?

2025-10-28 11:46:13 🚀︎ New
The gaming industry, especially mobile gaming, is characterized by its ups and downs. A single under-received game can lead to the closure of a studio. But what are the causes of this seemingly irrational behavior? We investigate why so ...read more
Will You Truly Own Your Game Items with Blockchain?

Will You Truly Own Your Game Items with Blockchain?

2025-05-17 12:17:24 ♻︎ Updated
Blockchain technology is a buzzword in the technology industry, especially in the area of ​​cryptocurrencies. However, its applications extend far beyond finance and into various sectors, including gaming. At its core, blockchain is a ...read more
The ‘Baader-Meinhof Phenomenon’ in Gaming: Why You Notice Mechanics Everywhere

The ‘Baader-Meinhof Phenomenon’ in Gaming: Why You Notice Mechanics Everywhere

2025-04-06 00:46:12 🚀︎ New
Have you ever discovered mechanics in a video game that seemingly appeared out of nowhere, only to later find them everywhere? This phenomenon is ...read more
Monetization Before Maintenance

Monetization Before Maintenance

2025-06-01 03:11:19 ♻︎ Updated
Developers often face the difficult task of creating engaging gaming experiences for players while simultaneously ensuring financial sustainability through monetization strategies. This blog post addresses one such critical juncture, where ...read more
The Ethics of Emotion Tracking in VR Games

The Ethics of Emotion Tracking in VR Games

2025-12-09 23:45:23 🚀︎ New
Emotion tracking technology, particularly through facial expressions and microexpressions, is becoming increasingly popular in virtual reality (VR) ...read more
We Removed a Feature People Loved-Oops

We Removed a Feature People Loved-Oops

2025-05-26 07:55:02 ♻︎ Updated
We often face difficult decisions. Sometimes this involves removing popular features. This can be particularly frustrating for both the development team and users. In this blog post, we explore what went wrong with the removal of a popular ...read more
The Day Gaming Companies Knew Your Movements Better Than Your Partner

The Day Gaming Companies Knew Your Movements Better Than Your Partner

2026-01-27 12:00:12 🚀︎ New
While this data is often used to improve the user experience of apps and services, it also raises significant concerns about privacy and the misuse ...read more
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