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Why Some People Have Separate Social Media "Personas
2025-05-11 09:39:45 ♻︎ Updated
Social media platforms have become an integral part of our everyday lives. They offer us the opportunity to stay in touch with friends, share experiences, and express ourselves in a variety of ways. However, many people operate in secret ...read more
The Disturbing Trend of Always-On Tracking in Casual Games
2025-03-22 06:12:35 🚀︎ New
These features are intended to improve player engagement and provide personalized experiences, but they also raise concerns about user privacy and ...read more
The Big Question: Should NPCs Have "Rights" in Virtual Worlds?
2025-05-31 14:58:12 ♻︎ Updated
Where virtual life intersects with our own, a provocative question arises: Should non-playable characters (NPCs) be granted rights? This blog post sparks an important discussion, addressing the ethical, legal, and game design implications ...read more
Early Access: A Double-Edged Sword for Developers and Players
2025-05-24 01:49:53 ♻︎ Updated
One model that has gained significant traction over the years is Early Access. This release strategy allows developers to bring their games to market before they're fully developed—often with incomplete features or content. While it ...read more
Should fans be able to fund restorations of removed content?
2025-05-19 13:39:52 ♻︎ Updated
User engagement and consumer rights are often discussed, particularly in the area of streaming services and online platforms. One issue that is gaining increasing attention is whether fans should have a say in the restoration of ...read more
The Influence of Mods on Game Accessibility
2025-05-28 20:26:42 ♻︎ Updated
Mods have become an integral part of the community. These modifications not only enhance the gaming experience but also play a significant role in making games accessible to a wider audience. This blog post explores how mods affect game ...read more
No real-time translation across all apps: Why?
2025-11-10 03:40:02 🚀︎ New
In today's interconnected world, language barriers can hinder communication and experiences. Many smartphones, including iPhones, have features that promise to bridge this gap by offering real-time translation services. However, it is ...read more
Why Most "Smart NPCs" Are Just Better Scripted Events
2025-08-05 11:48:31 🚀︎ New
The inconvenient truth in modern game development: Many "intelligent" non-playable characters aren't true AI, but rather sophisticated illusions—inflated, scripted events disguised as intelligence. This blog post provocatively exposes ...read more
Why Speedrunning Can Be Both Therapeutic and Stressful
2025-05-24 16:36:31 ♻︎ Updated
Speedrunning, the art of completing video games as quickly as possible, has become a unique form of competition within the gaming community. Although it's primarily viewed as a competitive activity, many find it both therapeutic and ...read more
Why Facial Recognition in Esports Is a Dangerous Precedent
2025-10-08 21:23:00 🚀︎ New
However, this shift raises significant concerns about user privacy and data security. This blog post explores why the implementation of facial ...read more
The Gold Standard of Game Delivery
2025-10-31 10:20:44 🚀︎ New
However, as games increasingly require a constant online connection to function properly or utilize certain features, concerns about player privacy ...read more
Do streaming services care if artists go bankrupt?
2025-05-10 20:42:40 ♻︎ Updated
Streaming has become one of the dominant ways to consume music. Platforms like Spotify, Apple Music, and others have transformed the way we listen to and interact with our favorite music. However, many independent artists continue to ask ...read more
Creating Adaptive UI Assets with AI
2025-05-16 13:33:21 ♻︎ Updated
Adaptive UI assets aren't just an improvement; they represent a paradigm shift, promising to personalize and revolutionize player interaction in games. This blog post explores how AI is not only enabling adaptive UIs, but actively ...read more
Why Some Countries Are Banning Always-Online Requirements
2025-08-02 01:15:04 🚀︎ New
With this growth comes various technological requirements from game developers and publishers to provide players with an optimal gaming experience. ...read more
No smart -quiet hours- based on calendar or travel - why not?
2025-03-24 11:45:39 🚀︎ New
In today's fast-paced world, managing personal time and maintaining a healthy work-life balance is more important than ever. Many smartphones offer features like 'do not disturb' modes that can be set to avoid interruptions during specific ...read more
Localization Challenges: Indie Games Going Global
2025-05-29 14:47:52 ♻︎ Updated
Distributing your games around the world can be exciting and challenging at the same time. One of the biggest challenges is localization. This involves adapting a game's content—including text, audio, and visual elements—to different ...read more
The Role of Digital Habit Loops in Increasing Screen Dependency
2025-11-15 22:44:08 🚀︎ New
Our lives are increasingly dominated by screens. From smartphones to laptops, tablets, and smartwatches, we spend countless hours every day using various digital devices. This increased screen time has sparked a discussion about its impact ...read more
Are Monorepos Better or Worse for Git?
2025-05-17 03:43:37 ♻︎ Updated
Managing large codebases and multiple projects can be a daunting task. This is where version control systems like Git come into play, providing important tools for change management and effective collaboration. One of the most debated ...read more
The Therapeutic Power of Games: Stress Relief or Escape?
2025-05-04 21:52:46 🚀︎ New
Stress has become a daily companion for many people. Whether it's pressure from work deadlines, relationship problems, or personal conflicts, ...read more
Why Some ‘Beta Tests’ Are Just Data Harvesting Scams
2025-08-11 03:31:01 🚀︎ New
Mobile gaming has become an important part of our lives. Developers often use beta tests to gather user feedback before releasing their games. However, not all "beta tests" are what they seem-some are scams designed to collect personal ...read more