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Are mobile tycoon/simulation games just waiting simulators?

Are mobile tycoon/simulation games just waiting simulators?

2025-06-01 22:21:18 🚀︎ New
A significant segment is dominated by tycoon and simulation games. In these games, players often assume the role of a businessman or city planner, managing resources, expanding businesses, and developing growth strategies in virtual ...read more
Why Some Devs Still Use Mercurial (And Why You Shouldn't)

Why Some Devs Still Use Mercurial (And Why You Shouldn't)

2025-08-30 21:36:52 🚀︎ New
Version control systems are important tools that help developers manage and track changes to their code. Along with popular alternatives like Git, SVN (Subversion), and Mercury, some developers still prefer Mercurial (also known as HG). ...read more
The Double Standard of Modding in Single-Player vs. Multiplayer

The Double Standard of Modding in Single-Player vs. Multiplayer

2025-05-12 16:28:11 ♻︎ Updated
When it comes to modding, the lines between acceptable and unacceptable behavior are often blurred. While many fans of single-player games enjoy customizing their experience with mods, players in multiplayer environments face restrictions ...read more
Finding the Best Font for Coding

Finding the Best Font for Coding

2025-06-30 07:24:15 🚀︎ New
We spend countless hours staring at our code editors and IDEs. The right font can significantly increase productivity and comfort while programming. In this blog post, we explore the factors to consider when choosing a font for your code, ...read more
First-Time Dev, Last-Time Engine

First-Time Dev, Last-Time Engine

2025-05-29 22:09:17 ♻︎ Updated
Excitement is often mixed with frustration. Developers embark on a journey full of creativity, passion, and countless lines of code. But this path is not without its challenges. From the initial project idea to the final implementation, ...read more
The Worst 'We Did It for the Lulz' Moments

The Worst 'We Did It for the Lulz' Moments

2025-05-23 08:20:19 ♻︎ Updated
Every project is a journey full of challenges. Sometimes these challenges are humorous, often frustrating, but in any case, they provide valuable insights that can help us better manage future projects. This blog post highlights some ...read more
When the Servers Went Bye-Bye

When the Servers Went Bye-Bye

2025-05-20 15:35:41 ♻︎ Updated
Even if every line of code is perfectly crafted, unexpected failures can strike like lightning and cause problems for developers. This story tells of one such ordeal—when our beloved servers decided to take an unexpected vacation and how ...read more
Trying to Be Funny During a PR Nightmare

Trying to Be Funny During a PR Nightmare

2025-05-27 07:47:23 ♻︎ Updated
Challenges are inevitable. Whether complex codebases or unexpected bugs, developers often face frustrating situations. Amidst these hurdles, a surprising ally can sometimes emerge: humor. In this blog post, we show how trying to be funny ...read more
Gender Representation in Indie vs. AAA Games

Gender Representation in Indie vs. AAA Games

2025-05-22 01:57:34 ♻︎ Updated
Representation has become an important topic not only for gamers, but also for developers and cultural critics. This blog post explores the differences in gender representation between indie and AAA (American Academy of Video Game Arts) ...read more
The Impact of AI Ethics on Game Marketing and PR

The Impact of AI Ethics on Game Marketing and PR

2025-05-29 02:58:26 🚀︎ New
Artificial intelligence is no longer just a tool in game development; it fundamentally shapes gameplay, storytelling, and the perception of a title. But given the growing ethical implications of AI, a crucial question arises: How is this ...read more
Do Fans Have a Right to Be Angry? Exploring Entitlement vs. Investment

Do Fans Have a Right to Be Angry? Exploring Entitlement vs. Investment

2025-05-15 02:43:25 ♻︎ Updated
Discussions about player reactions often revolve around whether fans have the right to be angry or upset about various aspects of games—from gameplay mechanics to storyline development. This isn't just about expressing emotions, but also ...read more
Why do -energy systems- feel like a mobile game tax?

Why do -energy systems- feel like a mobile game tax?

2025-05-22 08:12:44 🚀︎ New
A common feature of many games is an energy or stamina system. This game mechanic is notorious for its design choices, which can frustratingly resemble a hidden tax. We want to explore why these energy systems are sometimes perceived as a ...read more
Dual Monitors vs. Ultrawide: The Productivity Myth

Dual Monitors vs. Ultrawide: The Productivity Myth

2025-08-19 16:29:06 🚀︎ New
The way we work and consume information has changed significantly. One of the most discussed topics in tech circles is whether dual monitors and ultrawide monitors increase productivity. While both systems have their advantages, the ...read more
The Psychology of Mob Mentality in Gaming

The Psychology of Mob Mentality in Gaming

2025-05-30 04:26:09 ♻︎ Updated
Developers put their heart and soul into creating immersive experiences for players. However, this passion project comes with challenges that can lead to frustration – one of which is the mob mentality within the gaming community. This ...read more
Why do streaming movies have worse cinematography than theatrical ones?

Why do streaming movies have worse cinematography than theatrical ones?

2025-05-25 12:18:03 ♻︎ Updated
There's often a distinct difference between what we see in the cinema and what we experience at home. This discrepancy isn't just due to resolution or sound quality; It's primarily due to how movies are shot, processed, and delivered for ...read more
Crafting Prompts for Accurate Code

Crafting Prompts for Accurate Code

2025-06-02 18:17:48 ♻︎ Updated
Efficient communication with AI is not just helpful, it's vital. This blog post isn't just about writing prompts; it's a masterclass in the precision art of guiding AI tools like ChatGPT to generate flawlessly precise and highly relevant ...read more
The Impact of AI on Game Music Composition and Sound Design

The Impact of AI on Game Music Composition and Sound Design

2025-05-27 19:43:07 ♻︎ Updated
Creativity is the lifeblood of game development, and nowhere is this more evident than in the evocative power of music and sound design. With the relentless advancement of technology, artificial intelligence is emerging as a disruptive ...read more
Mobile Games and the Representation of Diversity

Mobile Games and the Representation of Diversity

2025-05-27 04:17:35 ♻︎ Updated
Representation is becoming increasingly important. Mobile games offer unique opportunities to reach a global audience and therefore bear a special responsibility to portray diverse experiences and characters. This blog post explores how ...read more
Esports and the Representation of Diversity

Esports and the Representation of Diversity

2025-05-26 16:25:30 ♻︎ Updated
E-sports, or electronic sports, has rapidly become a global phenomenon, captivating millions of viewers worldwide. With its growing popularity comes an important discussion about diversity in esports. This blog post explores how diversity ...read more
The Rise of

The Rise of "Digital Hoarding" (Buying Games You Never Play)

2025-06-20 02:04:38 🚀︎ New
Because we can acquire almost anything on our screens with just a few clicks and taps, a peculiar behavior has emerged that challenges traditional notions of consumption. This phenomenon is known as "digital hoarding" or "digital ...read more
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