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Are Fans Ruining Games? Developer Backlash Against Fandom Pressure
2025-05-24 16:11:07 ♻︎ Updated
A pressing issue gaining increasing attention is whether fans are inadvertently ruining games through relentless pressure and influence. Developers often find themselves in a dilemma when balancing the expectations of passionate fans with ...read more
The Rise of -Vaporware- in Gaming
2025-05-25 20:16:19 ♻︎ Updated
Where innovation thrives and dreams come to life through code, developers pour their hearts into crafting experiences that captivate players. But amidst this creative excitement, a specter looms: vaporware. This blog post explores the rise ...read more
The Role of Ritual in Gameplay Loops
2025-07-25 23:09:02 🚀︎ New
Welcome to a deep dive into the complex world of rituals within gameplay loops. In this exploration, we'll examine how these structured practices can ...read more
Why Using AI to Clone Voice Actors Crosses a Line
2025-05-26 08:28:36 ♻︎ Updated
Artificial intelligence is now capable of reproducing human voices with frightening accuracy. But the cloning of voice actors in game development not only reaches a critical ethical boundary—it crosses it. This blog post explores why ...read more
Does streaming desensitize us to trauma?
2025-05-13 06:40:52 ♻︎ Updated
Streaming has become an integral part of our daily lives. Whether binge-watching a series or keeping up with the latest news, we often consume content in real time, bypassing traditional media consumption patterns. However, there are ...read more
Best Tools for Accessibility Testing
2025-11-04 00:26:01 🚀︎ New
Creating inclusive and accessible user interfaces is not only a best practice but also a legal requirement. As more and more users rely on assistive technologies to use digital platforms, making your designs accessible to everyone is ...read more
Should there be an -ethical streaming- certification?
2025-05-16 05:10:14 ♻︎ Updated
Streaming services have become an integral part of modern life. Given the myriad options available to consumers, the question arises whether ethical streaming certification is necessary to ensure that content providers adhere to certain ...read more
Our Reputation Was Better Before Launch
2025-05-21 01:41:39 ♻︎ Updated
We put our heart and soul into developing games. We dream that one day players will experience our passion and creativity in a way that hasn't been possible before. But at some point in this journey, we reflect on something surprising: ...read more
DLC Files Already in the Game... Whoops
2025-05-12 22:42:38 ♻︎ Updated
Developers often find themselves in uncharted territory where players wouldn't expect certain content. This scenario can cause confusion, frustration, and amusement for players—and often poses a headache for game developers. Here, we ...read more
Why AI is Failing at Ethical Decision-Making in Games
2025-07-08 14:39:48 🚀︎ New
Artificial intelligence is revolutionizing game development, but it's failing to overcome a critical hurdle: ethical decision-making. Why is AI failing to replicate truly moral behavior in games, and what does this mean for the future of ...read more
The Role of Automated Testing in Preventing Disasters
2025-05-18 05:14:55 ♻︎ Updated
Ensuring that a product performs as expected under various conditions is no easy task. Developers often face numerous challenges, from tight deadlines to unexpected bugs. One crucial aspect that can mitigate many of these problems is ...read more
Should Loot Systems Be Regulated Like Gambling?
2025-02-26 13:03:32 🚀︎ New
Loot systems have become an integral part of many games. They allow players to acquire virtual items or currency throughout the game, often with ...read more
The Controversy Over -Auto-Aim' in Competitive Games
2025-05-17 07:24:09 ♻︎ Updated
Where strategy, skill, and precision are paramount, a new controversy has arisen over the use of auto-aim features in games. Auto-aim refers to an artificial intelligence that automatically adjusts the accuracy of a player's weapons based ...read more
The Influence of Retro Games on Modern Storytelling
2025-05-19 00:04:22 ♻︎ Updated
There's a fascinating interplay between classic retro games and modern narrative techniques. This dynamic relationship influences the way stories are crafted and consumed in the digital age. We explore how retro games have shaped ...read more
I Used AI to Test My Game’s Balance-It Was Useless
2025-05-19 07:46:16 ♻︎ Updated
I adopted artificial intelligence (AI) as my ultimate testing partner. The brutal truth? It was completely useless. This blog post isn't just an account of my personal failure; it's a provocative challenge to developers considering AI for ...read more
Why Gaming Subreddits Foster Great Discussions
2025-06-02 02:28:54 ♻︎ Updated
Online communities serve as virtual meeting places where people from all over the world come together to share interests, passions, and ideas. Gaming subreddits excel in fostering stimulating and productive discussions. This blog post ...read more
Practical Uses of PowerShell for Developers
2025-05-25 13:02:39 ♻︎ Updated
PowerShell, a Microsoft framework for task automation and configuration management, has become an indispensable tool for many developers. Thanks to its versatility, it can be used not only for system administration but also for software ...read more
Gaming Memes as a Form of Social Commentary
2025-05-31 22:37:11 ♻︎ Updated
Memes have established themselves not only as a form of entertainment but also as a powerful medium for social commentary. These short, often humorous videos, images, or phrases have become an integral part of how gamers and non-gamers ...read more
Why are touchscreen controls so limiting?
2025-06-25 20:53:10 🚀︎ New
One aspect that is often controversial is the reliance on touchscreen controls. While smartphones have democratized access to powerful gaming experiences, certain limitations of touchscreen technology can limit players who desire more ...read more
The Bait-and-Switch: How ‘Free Skins’ Turn Into Stolen Credentials
2025-08-29 14:53:50 🚀︎ New
Where excitement meets competition and community takes center stage, cybersecurity threats lurk around every digital corner. Phishing scams have become a major problem for gamers worldwide. This blog post examines a particularly insidious ...read more