Info- 24051: transparency, surveillance, setback, digital rights

Our online identities are more than just a username and password. They represent who we are, how we present ourselves, and often reflect our personality traits or emotional states. The psychology behind usernames is a fascinating topic ...read more

Game development, like any creative process, is full of challenges that can lead to frustrating moments. These moments often surprise us and contradict our expectations or assumptions about how things should work. In this blog post, we ...read more

With the rise of free-to-play games, many users assume they're getting something for free when they download and play these titles with no upfront ...read more

Artificial intelligence (AI) isn't just a trend; it's becoming an integral part of game development. With technological advances, we're seeing more and more games integrating AI to create immersive and dynamic environments that adapt to ...read more

A key question arises: Should we regulate this new technology similarly to spy technology? This blog post explores the implications, considerations, ...read more

Assets such as images, textures, and models play a central role. Two basic formats commonly used to represent these assets are vector and raster (or bitmap) formats. Each format has its own advantages and limitations. Understanding these ...read more

One trend that has gained significant traction is the incorporation of nostalgia through remastering or reimagining classic games. This practice, often referred to as "retrofitting," has become a staple in the mobile gaming industry. But ...read more

Microsoft Edge, now part of the Chromium project, has become a powerful tool for web developers. Among its many features is a set of advanced developer tools called Microsoft Edge DevTools. These tools help you efficiently test and debug ...read more

Gaming has become an integral part of youth culture. Mobile gaming, in particular, enjoys enormous popularity among gamers of all ages. However, there is growing debate about whether younger generations are losing patience with demanding ...read more

Debugging SQL queries can be a daunting task, especially with complex database operations. However, understanding how to use the "EXPLAIN" command in MySQL and PostgreSQL can greatly simplify this process. This blog post provides a ...read more

Concept art is the visual language of modern game development, animation, and film production. It's a critical part of the creative process, where artists imagine new worlds, characters, and settings before actual design or modeling ...read more

Gaming is becoming increasingly popular. Gamers are often immersed in their games for hours, and a stable power supply is essential to ensure uninterrupted gaming sessions. This is where controller charging stations come in—devices ...read more

Streaming platforms have become an integral part of our entertainment lives. Given the seemingly endless variety of content available to us, users generate enormous amounts of data when using these services. This raises significant ethical ...read more

Maintaining a healthy and engaging environment is paramount. As platforms grow in size and complexity, creating effective community guidelines becomes more challenging, but also more important. This blog post explores how specific ...read more

The future of role-playing games will not be handcrafted, but *generated*. Artificial intelligence is poised to usher in an era of unprecedented immersion, where dynamic, expansive worlds will emerge at previously unimaginable speeds and ...read more

Local area networks (LANs) weren't just a means to an end, but a crucial part of the game itself. The emergence and proliferation of LAN parties ...read more

Gaming technology has evolved rapidly. From virtual reality to cloud streaming, innovations in hardware and software have transformed the way we play. One area that's gaining increasing traction is adaptive controllers. These devices are ...read more

There's a growing trend in some video games to subtly increase the prices of virtual items or features-often referred to as microtransactions. Many players have identified this as "dark patterns." This practice is not only unethical but ...read more

Software development, especially in game development, can be an emotional rollercoaster. The journey is marked by elation as your vision takes shape, but also frequent periods of frustration and even despair, such as when troubleshooting ...read more

Retail is undergoing profound change. One of the most exciting trends in this space is the integration of game elements into brick-and-mortar stores, often referred to as "gamification." This blog post explores how interactive, gamified ...read more