Info- 3261: user rights, transparency, regulation, integrity

The themes of indie games have changed significantly. While many titles still focus on escapism and narrative storytelling, more and more are tackling more politically charged topics. This blog post explores why this trend is emerging and ...read more

Indie developers often find themselves in a delicate balancing act. With major publishers dominating the market with their AAA titles, indie developers must navigate various genres to carve out a niche and ensure their survival. One genre ...read more

While this convenience is appreciated by many users, it has also led to a new form of user manipulation known as "dark patterns." These deceptive ...read more

Artificial intelligence (AI) plays a central role in various fields, including gaming. One particularly sensitive application of AI is anti-cheat systems, which are designed to detect unfair gaming advantages and ban players suspected of ...read more

Artificial intelligence (AI) plays a central role in the creation of content and experiences. However, one question arises: Is authenticity still valuable? In an AI-driven world, it's essential to consider whether the essence of authentic ...read more

When choosing a game engine for your next project, the quality and completeness of the engine's documentation is a crucial factor for developers. As experienced industry professionals, we have extensive experience with various engines, ...read more

The gaming world is excited by the emergence and proliferation of the "Soulslike" genre, a subcategory that combines sophisticated gameplay mechanics with compelling storytelling. This blog post explores whether this genre is inherently ...read more

A critical aspect that is often overlooked is the ethics of data collection. As games become increasingly immersive and linked to players' personal data, it's important to consider how that data is collected, used, and protected. This blog ...read more

Particularly in virtual reality (VR) and metaverses, the critical discussion around data privacy and surveillance is gaining increasing importance. ...read more

Technology can be a double-edged sword. On the one hand, it has brought unprecedented convenience and connectivity into our lives. On the other, it often leads to overdependence, which can negatively impact our mental and physical health. ...read more

We often take on many different tasks and tackle various challenges on a daily basis. One such incident that tested our team's patience occurred when we shipped an empty folder as part of a software release. This experience provided ...read more

We put our heart and soul into building digital experiences that delight players. But like any complex system, games can encounter issues that leave us frustrated. One such issue is the lack of birthdays for broken features. In this blog ...read more

With the increasing integration of biometric data into gaming platforms like Face ID, gamers are increasingly concerned about privacy and data ...read more

Given the sheer number of free games with engaging gameplay and in-app purchases, it's important to understand how these apps work. Many free games ...read more

Digital streaming platforms dominate media consumption. The question of whether banned films and series should remain available online is therefore the subject of heated debate. This blog post explores both sides of this controversial ...read more

Developers often face numerous challenges that can lead to significant frustration. These problems range from technical glitches and software bugs to creative blocks and lack of time. This blog post addresses some of these common ...read more

Gaming is not only a popular pastime, but also an integral part of our digital culture. Given advances in internet connectivity and cloud services, the question arises as to whether gaming will be exclusively online in the future. This ...read more

They collect vast amounts of their users' data, which they then use for targeted advertising or to influence user behavior. This centralized ...read more

Procedural generation is a superpower for game content, yet ensuring smooth AI interaction with these dynamic worlds is a daunting challenge. This blog post explores how AI automation will revolutionize procedural content testing and ...read more

We often find ourselves in the middle of projects that seem to drag on forever. Initial excitement and enthusiasm can slowly fade as obstacles pile up and deadlines approach. In this blog post, we explore some common reasons why ...read more