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How 'Gamification' Justified Mass Data Collection
2025-09-22 06:55:12 🚀︎ New
Conventional methods for collecting large amounts of personal data often raise concerns about individual rights and freedoms. However, when embedded ...read more

The Benefits of High Refresh Rate Monitors
2025-05-14 07:11:02 ♻︎ Updated
The desire for smoother images and faster response times has led to a significant shift in monitor preferences. Among the many advances in display technology, high refresh rate monitors have proven to be a game-changer, offering benefits ...read more

How Games Manipulate You Into Spending Money
2025-06-10 08:17:08 🚀︎ New
Gaming isn't just a pastime; it's a multi-billion dollar industry. The psychology behind game design has evolved to skillfully manipulate players ...read more

The -More is Better- Fallacy in Game Design
2025-06-04 22:16:17 🚀︎ New
A common misconception many developers fall into is the assumption that more features lead to better gameplay. This blog post debunks this notion and explores why over-engineering can lead to unintentional player frustration.read more

Should Steam Refund Early Access Games That Never Launch?
2025-06-02 10:59:47 ♻︎ Updated
Platforms like Steam are synonymous with accessibility and convenience. One issue on these services has sparked heated debate among gamers and industry experts alike: Early Access games that never appear. This blog post examines whether ...read more

Do autoplay features destroy player agency?
2025-05-12 20:31:20 ♻︎ Updated
Developers are constantly looking for ways to improve the gaming experience. One increasingly popular feature is the autoplay or auto-battle system. While these features offer convenience and can potentially increase player engagement, ...read more

How AI NPCs Got Smarter Over Time
2025-06-21 10:26:23 🚀︎ New
Non-playable characters (NPCs) have always played a significant role. They serve as companions, antagonists, or even mentors to players, often ...read more

The Toxicity of -Git Gud' Culture in Soulsborne Games
2025-05-27 00:23:59 ♻︎ Updated
In particular, within the niche Soulsborne community, a peculiar culture has developed that some describe as toxic. This culture is often characterized by a strong focus on player skill and progression, summed up by the phrase "git gud." ...read more

No cross-platform UI framework allowed (like Flutter full access) - why?
2025-02-22 02:54:08 🚀︎ New
In the world of mobile app development, one common approach is to use a cross-platform UI framework like Flutter or React Native. These frameworks allow developers to write code once and deploy it across multiple platforms (e.g., Android ...read more

The Future of Anti-Cheat: Will ML Save Us?
2025-07-10 03:34:56 🚀︎ New
Online cheating is a relentless scourge, undermining the foundations of fair play. But what if machine learning is the ultimate weapon that could revolutionize anti-cheat efforts and end the digital arms race? This blog post doesn't just ...read more

How Prompt Engineering Influences AI’s Creative Outputs in Design Tools
2025-05-26 05:32:10 ♻︎ Updated
Prompt engineering: not just a technique, but the conductor of the creative AI symphony in game development. It is the crucial bridge between abstract vision and tangible results, fundamentally changing how games are conceived, designed, ...read more

Why Some Developers Go Radio Silent After a Bad Launch
2025-05-25 23:01:27 ♻︎ Updated
Releasing a game isn't just about the release; it's a complex process involving months, if not years, of planning, development, marketing, and support. Despite all the preparation, games sometimes fall short or perform poorly. When this ...read more

How Streamers Struggle with Burnout and Stress
2025-06-01 00:11:26 ♻︎ Updated
Where creativity meets digital culture, streamers often find themselves in a crisis that can severely impact their mental health. This blog post explores the complex tension between risks, threats, burnout, and stress that content creators ...read more

Are young users being manipulated into unhealthy viewing habits?
2025-05-29 19:14:14 ♻︎ Updated
Given our ability to consume content at any time, and time seems both plentiful and scarce, it's important to discuss how young users are influenced by unhealthy viewing habits. With algorithms designed to keep us engaged and advertising ...read more

The Legal Fight for the Right to Play Offline
2025-08-09 11:38:50 🚀︎ New
Many gamers and consumers are fighting for their right to play games offline. This blog post explores the growing movement advocating for legal recognition of the right to play video games without an internet connection. It discusses its ...read more

Do You Know Where Your Facial Data Goes?
2025-04-14 04:26:42 🚀︎ New
One of the most fascinating aspects of modern technology is facial recognition, especially on devices like iPhones with Face ID. While this feature ...read more

How Free Apps Normalize Surveillance as ‘Standard Practice’
2025-06-12 23:40:56 🚀︎ New
From social media platforms to utility tools, the convenience of these applications often comes at a price: your personal data. This blog post ...read more

The Best Mobile Strategy Games
2025-05-30 23:39:35 ♻︎ Updated
Mobile gaming has become an integral part of our lives. With technological advancements and the availability of powerful smartphones, mobile games have evolved from simple puzzle games to complex strategy games that rival their console ...read more

How AI is Making NPCs More Annoying Than Ever
2025-09-22 16:46:48 🚀︎ New
An unforeseen side effect occurs: the rise of the truly *annoying* NPC. This isn't just a minor design flaw; it poses a serious threat to the gaming experience and, ultimately, the entire gaming industry. This blog post takes a ...read more

Should Apple/Google enforce higher quality standards?
2025-05-23 17:11:05 ♻︎ Updated
Platforms like Apple's App Store and the Google Play Store play a crucial role in connecting developers and gamers worldwide. These marketplaces not only provide a distribution channel for games but also act as gatekeepers, ensuring that ...read more