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Using Static Analysis Tools to Prevent Bugs
2025-05-23 15:08:38 🚀︎ New
Ensuring code quality and preventing errors has become a crucial aspect. Developers are constantly looking for efficient ways to identify potential problems early in the development cycle. This is where static analysis tools come into ...read more

The Aesthetics of Game Design: Beauty Beyond Graphics
2025-09-15 13:02:16 🚀︎ New
Beauty goes beyond mere graphical aesthetics. It encompasses a broader spectrum, encompassing game mechanics, storytelling, and player engagement. ...read more

The Dangers of Mandatory Online Connectivity in Single-Player Games
2025-04-26 03:24:46 🚀︎ New
While this trend aims to enhance gameplay and provide players with new features, it also raises significant concerns about player privacy and ...read more

Color Palettes in Game Design
2025-05-28 05:59:44 ♻︎ Updated
Colors play a crucial role. They can create mood, convey emotions, and enhance the overall aesthetic of your games. One of the most powerful tools is the color palette. This blog post explores the importance of color palettes in game ...read more

Are mobile gamers less -respected- than PC/console players?
2025-05-26 02:42:58 ♻︎ Updated
Platforms such as PCs, consoles, and smartphones each appeal to different types of gamers. As with any community, perceptions often vary depending on the preferred platform. This leads some to question whether mobile gamers are less ...read more

At what point does a mobile game become pay-to-win?
2025-05-18 22:38:24 ♻︎ Updated
Developers are constantly pushing the boundaries to engage and monetize their player base. This engagement often takes the form of microtransactions, which can significantly impact gameplay when players purchase virtual currency or premium ...read more

How Patreon Changed Modding (For Better or Worse)
2025-05-18 06:10:04 ♻︎ Updated
Platforms like Patreon play a pivotal role in supporting independent developers, including modders. This blog post explores how Patreon has impacted the video game modding landscape—particularly in terms of accessibility, sustainability, ...read more

Stride (Xenko): The Open-Source Unity Alternative
2025-08-18 06:10:45 🚀︎ New
A robust and versatile game engine is crucial for developing engaging and powerful games. Unity has long been the first choice of many developers due to its ease of use and powerful features. However, there are alternatives that offer ...read more

How AI Could Be Used to Exploit Psychological Weaknesses
2025-05-29 17:25:59 ♻︎ Updated
There are significant concerns about the misuse of this technology. While AI has enormous potential to improve our lives, increase productivity, and solve complex problems, it also poses a number of risks and threats that must be carefully ...read more

Best Open-Source Game Engines
2025-09-24 06:13:05 🚀︎ New
Welcome to the world of game development! Whether you're an aspiring indie developer or part of a large team, open-source game engines offer a fantastic way to bring your ideas to life. These engines offer flexibility, customization, and ...read more

How Reviews and Ratings Manipulate Consumer Decisions
2025-07-20 16:50:23 🚀︎ New
Consumer behavior is increasingly influenced by online reviews and ratings. These platforms have become a crucial factor in purchasing decisions, but their influence can be manipulated to influence the choice of products or services. This ...read more

Algorithms Are Curators Now - Do Artists Even Matter?
2025-05-29 05:17:10 ♻︎ Updated
A significant shift is becoming increasingly clear: algorithms are playing a central role in curation. This raises an intriguing question: Do artists still play a role in this new era in which machines significantly shape artistic ...read more

Death by Feedback Loop
2025-05-22 00:24:37 ♻︎ Updated
Frustration is a common feeling, especially in game development. It often arises from the complex interplay of code, design, and unexpected user behavior. This blog post explores one such scenario—death by feedback loop—and how ...read more

How to Integrate AI Debugging Into CI/CD Pipelines Effectively
2025-05-30 16:02:26 ♻︎ Updated
Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) is at the heart of modern game development. But what if AI debugging could become its intelligent pacemaker, ensuring flawless performance and unwavering stability in every iteration? ...read more

The Economics of Free-to-Play
2025-09-27 16:02:50 🚀︎ New
One business model has gained significant popularity over the years: free-to-play (F2P). Unlike traditional retail or digital purchases, where ...read more

The Indie Sage: ConcernedApe’s Stardew Revolution
2025-05-26 19:25:27 🚀︎ New
Few titles have captured the hearts of gamers like Eric "ConcernedApe" Barone's "Stardew Valley." Released in 2016 for Windows, macOS, Linux, and ...read more

The 5 Stages of Developer Burnout (And How to Avoid Them)
2025-06-30 02:40:10 🚀︎ New
Software development can be an exciting and rewarding experience. However, it also presents challenges that can lead to what's known as "developer burnout." Understanding the stages of burnout will help you recognize when you're ...read more

How Some Players Lose Money to Fake In-Game Purchases
2025-07-24 17:13:11 🚀︎ New
Online gaming has become an important part of entertainment. Easy access to various games via smartphones, tablets, or computers has led to an increase in user participation and spending on virtual items in these games. Unfortunately, this ...read more

Are Cooldowns a Design Failure?
2025-04-08 01:12:44 🚀︎ New
Cooldowns are a central game mechanic, particularly in action or role-playing genres. They serve to regulate and balance gameplay by controlling the ...read more

The Fall of Map Packs - Why They Died (And Why Some Want Them Back)
2025-05-20 12:35:38 ♻︎ Updated
Card packs have long been an important way to add new content and extend a game's lifespan. However, over time, the once-popular card packs have declined in popularity in many popular games. This blog post explores the reasons for the ...read more