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Do mobile games rely too much on nostalgia (remakes, old IPs)?
2025-06-01 19:46:33 ♻︎ Updated
One trend that has gained significant traction is the incorporation of nostalgia through remastering or reimagining classic games. This practice, often referred to as "retrofitting," has become a staple in the mobile gaming industry. But ...read more
The Last Stand of Physical Indie Games (Limited Run, Special Reserve, etc.)
2025-02-15 06:15:34 🚀︎ New
Two distinct camps often emerge: indie games and AAA (triple-A) games. Both types have their own unique characteristics and challenges. This blog ...read more
Are Battle Passes Designed to Be Addictive?
2025-06-03 05:24:31 ♻︎ Updated
An increasingly popular feature is the Battle Pass. Well-known game developers such as Electronic Arts (EA) with its "Battlefield" series and Ubisoft with "Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six Siege" have introduced them. They allow players to ...read more
How Game Companies Avoid Saying They Sell Your Data
2025-09-09 03:28:36 🚀︎ New
Because gaming is not just a pastime but an immersive experience, it's important to understand how personal data processed by game publishers ...read more
How Digital Twins Are Used in Creative Industries
2025-09-27 02:17:38 🚀︎ New
A concept gaining increasing traction is the digital twin. A digital twin is a virtual representation of a physical object or system throughout its lifecycle. It leverages real-time data and analytics to enable continuous monitoring, ...read more
Misleading Pop-Ups in Gaming Interfaces
2025-10-05 01:47:32 🚀︎ New
Users use games not only for entertainment but also to connect and interact with others. They often share their gaming experiences via social media ...read more
Why do streaming services refuse to restore lost media?
2025-05-12 19:40:25 ♻︎ Updated
With content being paramount and accessibility being a top priority, it may come as a surprise that many streaming services are reluctant to restore lost media. This reluctance can be confusing for users who have paid to access vast ...read more
Why Are Leaks Both Loved and Hated by Fans?
2026-01-06 05:47:52 🚀︎ New
Leaks have become a topic that divides fans into two camps: those who love them for the excitement they create and those who detest them for their potential to spoil the fun. This blog post aims to explain, through a few key points, why ...read more
The Shady World of Data Brokers in the Gaming Industry
2025-07-04 00:35:13 🚀︎ New
Data is everything. It enables personalized experiences, supports targeted marketing strategies, and even influences game design decisions. With great power, however, comes great responsibility-especially when it comes to handling user ...read more
The Price of Personalization: Your Privacy in Mobile Gaming
2025-09-16 20:39:50 🚀︎ New
With the rise of personalized experiences, many games offer features that track user behavior and preferences, thus providing a tailored experience. ...read more
Will the Metaverse Have Its Own Language?
2025-09-15 19:28:13 🚀︎ New
The concept of the metaverse is increasingly becoming part of our everyday lives. This virtual universe, which is intended to merge the physical and digital worlds, has sparked numerous discussions about its future development, including ...read more
Aptana Studio: The Web IDE That Time Forgot
2025-05-27 19:07:45 ♻︎ Updated
Many tools come and go, but some stand out for their unique combination of features and ease of use. One such tool is Aptana Studio, a powerful but often overlooked web IDE that deserves to be rediscovered. This blog post explores the ...read more
Why does AirDrop still fail silently without error messages?
2025-05-15 00:15:19 ♻︎ Updated
File sharing and connectivity are crucial. Apple's AirDrop feature is a popular method for seamless file transfers between iPhones, iPads, Macs, and even select Android devices. However, it's common for AirDrop to fail to initiate the ...read more
How We Accidentally Made 3 Games in One
2025-05-16 08:16:39 ♻︎ Updated
Chance often plays a role in unexpected twists and turns. For us at IndieSoft, it was pure serendipity that we developed not one, but three games within a single month. This blog post explores our journey from initial frustration to ...read more
The Ethics of Interface: When Design Becomes Deception
2025-11-13 16:19:41 🚀︎ New
Likewise, our understanding of how we interact with it must change. This blog post explores the complex world of interface design, focusing in ...read more
The Funniest -Press F to Pay Respects- Moments
2025-06-09 05:11:53 🚀︎ New
Welcome back to another exciting episode of "Developer Diaries," where we delve into the world of programming, gaming, and everything in between. Today we're talking about something every developer has experienced at least ...read more
Why do casino-style games never disclose real odds?
2025-12-20 08:15:16 🚀︎ New
Casino games have long been a fascinating subject, captivating millions of players worldwide with the glamorous allure of casinos. Among these games, there are some where the odds of winning are always kept secret-a practice that may ...read more
Can mobile games ever be -art-?
2025-05-30 19:59:10 ♻︎ Updated
Gaming has long been considered not just a leisure activity, but also an art form. As mobile gaming becomes increasingly popular and sophisticated, the question arises: Can mobile games truly be considered art? This blog post explores the ...read more
Everyone Starts Somewhere... Usually in Debug Mode
2025-05-20 07:04:01 ♻︎ Updated
Frustration is almost inevitable. Whether in the early stages of programming or later when debugging complex problems, the path can be fraught with challenges. In this blog post, we explore how everyone starts somewhere, often in debug ...read more
How AI is Making Testing More Opaque
2025-05-24 01:15:58 ♻︎ Updated
A troubling side effect is emerging: testing is becoming increasingly opaque. This blog post explores how the increasing complexity of AI is compromising quality assurance and forcing developers to grapple with the implications of a future ...read more