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CodeLite: The Lean C/C++ IDE You Should Try

CodeLite: The Lean C/C++ IDE You Should Try

2025-06-06 18:02:26 🚀︎ New
Choosing the right code editor or integrated development environment (IDE) can significantly increase your productivity. For developers who primarily work with C and C++, CodeLite could be just the right tool to improve their programming ...read more
How Retro Aesthetics Influence Modern Games

How Retro Aesthetics Influence Modern Games

2025-05-12 18:56:19 ♻︎ Updated
Developers often draw inspiration from the past. The retro aesthetics that characterized video games from the late 1970s to the early 1990s had a significant influence on modern game design and development. This blog post explores how ...read more
Why do platforms make it hard to set viewing limits?

Why do platforms make it hard to set viewing limits?

2025-05-27 05:31:20 ♻︎ Updated
Content streaming platforms have become an integral part of our entertainment lives. From movies to TV shows and podcasts to live events, these platforms offer a huge selection of content for every taste. However, users often ask: Why do ...read more
Why do players spend money on worthless virtual items?

Why do players spend money on worthless virtual items?

2025-05-31 07:32:33 🚀︎ New
A persistent phenomenon puzzles researchers and gamers alike: Why do people invest real money in virtual goods that have no intrinsic value? This blog post examines the psychological factors that contribute to this behavior and explores ...read more
Still no AirDrop queue or batch mode - why?

Still no AirDrop queue or batch mode - why?

2025-05-13 08:06:07 ♻︎ Updated
Smartphone technology is evolving rapidly, yet some features remain surprisingly unchanged. One of these is the lack of AirDrop Queue and Batch Mode on many modern smartphones, including iPhones. This lack has led to much speculation about ...read more
The Role of Isolation in Indie Burnout

The Role of Isolation in Indie Burnout

2025-05-12 03:04:26 ♻︎ Updated
Creativity is often fraught with challenges. A major problem for many developers is burnout due to isolation. This blog post explores the role isolation plays in developer frustration and how it can influence the success or failure of an ...read more
Why can't I lock individual Shortcuts with Face ID?

Why can't I lock individual Shortcuts with Face ID?

2025-01-22 07:57:14 🚀︎ New
In today's world, smartphones are not just tools for communication but have become an extension of our personal digital assistants. Apple's iPhone offers a robust feature called -Shortcuts,- which allows users to automate tasks using the ...read more
When You Add and Add Until It All Falls Down

When You Add and Add Until It All Falls Down

2025-05-14 22:14:47 ♻︎ Updated
Developing a game, especially for the first time, can be both exciting and frustrating. The process is similar to building a house: you start with a blank canvas (or empty space) and end up with something complex that requires constant ...read more
Why Anti-Cheat False Bans Are More Common Than You Think

Why Anti-Cheat False Bans Are More Common Than You Think

2025-08-13 20:56:11 🚀︎ New
A fair and enjoyable gaming experience for all players is paramount. However, developers and gaming platforms face the challenge of dealing with cheaters who use unfair means to gain an advantage over their competitors. To combat this ...read more
The Illusion of ‘Smart’ Game Design with ML

The Illusion of ‘Smart’ Game Design with ML

2025-06-16 15:03:37 🚀︎ New
We've been duped. What often passes for "intelligent AI" in games isn't real intelligence, but a clever illusion, a masterpiece of design tricks rather than true machine learning capability. This blog post lifts the curtain and exposes the ...read more
The -Early Adopter Tax- - Why Some Fans Feel Betrayed

The -Early Adopter Tax- - Why Some Fans Feel Betrayed

2025-07-21 19:23:41 🚀︎ New
Releases aren't just events; they're epic milestones that fans eagerly anticipate. Yet despite the excitement, some games fall short of expectations, leaving players disappointed and developers frustrated. One particularly painful issue ...read more
We Released a Demo With Dev Cheats On

We Released a Demo With Dev Cheats On

2025-05-14 20:40:52 ♻︎ Updated
We're passionate about creating engaging gaming experiences for players. However, as with any project, there are times when things don't go as planned—which can lead to frustrating and instructive situations. One such incident occurred ...read more
Why do -limited-time offers- trigger panic spending?

Why do -limited-time offers- trigger panic spending?

2025-06-02 14:50:09 ♻︎ Updated
Limited-time offers (LTOs) have become an important way to encourage consumers to act immediately. These offers promise exclusivity and urgency, prompting consumers to buy quickly before time runs out. Although they are intended to ...read more
Why do mergers always lead to higher prices and worse service?

Why do mergers always lead to higher prices and worse service?

2025-05-13 20:32:34 ♻︎ Updated
Mergers are an increasingly popular strategy for growth-oriented companies. However, they often lead to price increases and poorer customer service. This blog post explores why these consequences are often unavoidable in mergers.read more
How Crunch Kills Creativity

How Crunch Kills Creativity

2025-06-01 00:37:44 ♻︎ Updated
Where creativity is rampant and innovation is paramount, you might think crunch time would be a beacon of inspiration. But for many developers, crunch time can be a double-edged sword: It can stifle creativity and even lead to disastrous ...read more
The Link Between Location Data and Personalized Ads

The Link Between Location Data and Personalized Ads

2025-09-21 18:48:29 🚀︎ New
Companies from various industries collect vast amounts of user data to improve their services and offerings. Location-based services are becoming ...read more
How AI is Making Testing Less Human-Centric

How AI is Making Testing Less Human-Centric

2025-05-15 17:53:52 ♻︎ Updated
The era of human-centered game testing is rapidly coming to an end. Artificial intelligence (AI) isn't just supporting; it's fundamentally transforming the game testing landscape, ushering in an era of unprecedented efficiency and ...read more
How Some Games Hide Pay-to-Win Behind

How Some Games Hide Pay-to-Win Behind "Convenience

2025-09-06 23:56:25 🚀︎ New
One controversial topic has garnered considerable attention: pay-to-win mechanics. These are systems in which players can gain an advantage over others by investing real money. While some argue that such mechanics provide a more enjoyable ...read more
Early Access: A Scam or a Necessary Evolution?

Early Access: A Scam or a Necessary Evolution?

2025-05-21 19:17:37 ♻︎ Updated
One trend has gained significant traction over the years: Early Access. This model allows game developers to release their titles incompletely, often with limited content and frequent updates to add more features and improvements over ...read more
Reducing Page Load Time in Web Apps

Reducing Page Load Time in Web Apps

2025-07-13 18:45:30 🚀︎ New
With rising user expectations and fierce competition, web performance can't be neglected. Slow page load times can lead to high bounce rates, lost traffic, and reduced engagement. This blog post explores strategies for optimizing your web ...read more
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