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Why Accessible Game Design Can Improve the Experience for Everyone
2025-05-13 06:01:01 ♻︎ Updated
Accessibility is often overlooked. However, improving game design to be more inclusive is not only a moral imperative, but also a smart business decision. This blog post explores why accessible game design can significantly improve the ...read more

“Winning” vs. “Completing”: A Philosophical Divide
2025-06-05 12:27:08 🚀︎ New
Two fundamental concepts often conflict: winning and completion. Although these terms are closely related, they can represent entirely different ...read more

Fan Noise: How to Silence Your Rig for Good
2025-05-29 20:01:24 ♻︎ Updated
When building or upgrading your PC, component noise, especially fans, is one of the most common complaints. Powerful CPUs and GPUs often have extensive cooling systems with multiple fans, which can generate significant noise. If you're ...read more

Portable Monitors: Useful or Just a Gimmick?
2025-05-29 12:16:49 ♻︎ Updated
The desire for flexibility and mobility has become a necessity. This is especially true in the technology sector, where devices are constantly evolving to meet our ever-increasing expectations. One example is the increasingly popular ...read more

Ad pushing in App Store despite premium brand: Why?
2025-01-17 06:54:12 🚀︎ New
In today's digital age, smartphones have become an integral part of our lives. With a plethora of options available in the market, users often find themselves navigating through various app stores to download their favorite applications. ...read more

Theia: The Open-Source VS Code Alternative
2025-05-17 20:48:02 ♻︎ Updated
A robust yet flexible code editor or integrated development environment (IDE) is critical for productivity. Visual Studio Code (VS Code) enjoys widespread popularity and offers numerous extensions and features. However, there are ...read more

Error-Handling Prompts
2025-05-26 04:45:13 ♻︎ Updated
Errors: the inevitable friction in any complex system, especially in the volatile world of AI-driven game development. But what if we could transform these glitches into seamless, nearly invisible events? This blog post isn't just about ...read more

How AI-Generated Quests Are Making Open Worlds Boring
2025-06-01 20:40:49 ♻︎ Updated
AI-generated quests promise limitless stories and endless player engagement in open worlds. Yet a growing unease suggests they do the opposite: They contribute to a pervasive sense of monotony. Is this touted innovation inadvertently ...read more

Why Some Indies Are Just as Corporate as the Big Dogs
2025-02-02 11:12:06 🚀︎ New
Two main categories often receive attention: indie games and AAA (triple-A) titles. While both types have distinct characteristics regarding funding, ...read more

Beyond Cheats: The Real "Hacks" in Mobile Gaming Are Data Related
2025-07-17 03:13:52 🚀︎ New
While it's widely known that cheating-or the use of illegal means to gain an advantage over other players-is a significant problem, many people may ...read more

Why are kids' games the worst data offenders?
2025-05-14 22:37:09 ♻︎ Updated
Children not only grow up surrounded by technology but also engage heavily with various electronic devices, including mobile games. While these games can be a fun way for children to learn and be entertained, the associated data ...read more

Can cloud gaming (Xbox Cloud, GeForce Now) replace native mobile games?
2025-05-31 16:12:29 ♻︎ Updated
New trends and platforms are constantly emerging, especially in the gaming space. One such trend is cloud gaming, led by services like Xbox Cloud Gaming and GeForce Now. These services allow users to stream games from remote servers ...read more

The Role of Early Access in Indie Development
2025-05-23 21:19:41 ♻︎ Updated
The landscape is constantly evolving. One of the most significant trends in recent years has been the use of Early Access as a development strategy. This blog post explores the role of Early Access in indie development and discusses its ...read more

Are mobile game studios too reliant on Unity/Unreal templates?
2025-05-24 08:18:43 ♻︎ Updated
Efficiency and scalability are crucial. Developers often turn to robust game engines like Unity and Unreal Engine for their projects because of their rich feature set and proven track record for developing high-quality games. However, ...read more

Your Game Is Always Online-And So Are You
2025-08-06 07:14:26 🚀︎ New
Understanding the implications of always-online features in games can help you make your gaming experience more effective. This blog post delves into ...read more

How AI is Disrupting Traditional Storytelling Ethics
2025-05-20 01:12:10 ♻︎ Updated
Artificial intelligence isn't just a tool for game development; it's also upending traditional narrative ethics. This blog post explores how the influence of AI is challenging traditional narrative principles and confronting developers and ...read more

Why ‘Clout Chasing’ in Gaming Discords Is Getting Out of Hand
2025-05-25 14:48:41 ♻︎ Updated
Communities often gather on dedicated platforms like Discord and foster a sense of community through shared interests. However, within these communities, a peculiar phenomenon known as "clout chasing" exists. This involves individuals ...read more

The Role of Hotfixes in Modern Gaming
2025-06-03 06:33:40 ♻︎ Updated
Developers are constantly pushing the boundaries and offering players new gaming experiences. But even with carefully planned games, unforeseen issues can arise that require immediate attention. This is where hotfixes come in – essential ...read more

Using Machine Learning to Test NPCs
2025-05-23 14:55:27 ♻︎ Updated
The tedious debugging of non-playable characters (NPCs) will soon be a thing of the past. This blog post demonstrates how machine learning not only optimizes game quality but also ushers in a new era of autonomous NPC testing, ...read more

The Lasting Influence of Braid’s Puzzles
2025-06-24 03:53:52 🚀︎ New
Few game elements have captured players' imaginations and challenged their intellects as much as the puzzles in Braid. Developed by indie studio Jon ...read more