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How Games Exploit Loneliness for Profit
2025-06-01 03:05:21 ♻︎ Updated
The gaming industry isn't just about entertainment; it's a thriving market that thrives on engagement and user interaction. One of the most manipulative tactics game developers use to captivate and delight users is the exploitation of ...read more

The Impact of Retro Games on Modern Game Music
2025-05-15 01:40:26 ♻︎ Updated
The influence of the past is undeniable. Retro games, for example, have had a significant impact on modern game music. Despite technological advances and genre diversification, many modern video games still draw inspiration from the scores ...read more

How Dialogue Choices Enhance Player Agency
2025-05-27 22:37:09 ♻︎ Updated
Player agency describes the degree of control and influence players have over their gaming experience. This concept is becoming increasingly important as developers seek to create immersive environments where players can make important ...read more

We Screwed Up-Now What?
2025-05-11 03:43:41 ♻︎ Updated
We all experience moments when things go wrong. In the fast-paced world of technology, this is inevitable. How you handle those "we messed up" moments is crucial. This blog post explores strategies for managing developer frustration and ...read more

What If Minecraft Had Been Owned by a Big Publisher?
2025-06-04 23:52:44 🚀︎ New
It was released as an indie game under the direction and vision of Markus "Notch" Persson. The game's unique voxel art style, open-world exploration, ...read more

No access to true file system like on a Mac - why?
2025-04-21 22:44:06 🚀︎ New
In today's digital age, smartphones have become ubiquitous tools for work and play. They are essentially portable computers that offer a wide array of functionalities through applications (apps). However, one significant limitation that ...read more

Are We Trading Convenience for Comprehensive Surveillance?
2025-03-20 20:06:10 🚀︎ New
From smartphones and smart homes to online shopping and social media platforms, the convenience these technological advances provide is undeniable. ...read more

The Coming AI Winter: Hype vs. Reality in 2030
2025-08-09 05:49:54 🚀︎ New
It's fascinating to consider how far technology has advanced and what might be on the horizon. One of the most important fields that has experienced exponential growth over the past decade is artificial intelligence (AI). Despite this ...read more

The Impact of Smart NPCs on Game Narrative and Player Choice
2025-06-29 18:06:42 🚀︎ New
The narrative landscape of video games is being rewritten by their characters. This blog post explores how "intelligent" non-player characters (NPCs) are no longer passive recipients of the plot, but active drivers of narrative progression ...read more

The Silent Rise of Roblox: The Most Important Game You’re Not Playing
2025-06-29 19:04:21 🚀︎ New
Roblox is a unique gaming platform that has steadily grown in popularity over the years. Unlike traditional video games, Roblox is primarily designed ...read more

Are Chinese mobile devs (miHoYo, Tencent) setting global trends?
2025-05-13 16:13:54 ♻︎ Updated
Developers from China are significantly shaping global trends. Companies like miHoYo and Tencent not only dominate local markets but also influence international trends with their innovative games and strategies. This blog post explores ...read more

The Rise of Digital Immortality: Living Forever Online
2025-06-14 07:53:32 🚀︎ New
One trend is steadily gaining traction: the concept of digital immortality. The further we advance into the digital age, the clearer it becomes that our online presence is not just a collection of pixels, but could potentially be part of a ...read more

The -It-ll Be Fixed Later- Mentality
2025-05-10 23:15:20 ♻︎ Updated
Frustration is often an inevitable part of the process. Developers invest countless hours building code that powers everything from simple websites to complex game engines. However, even the most experienced developers can encounter ...read more

AI and Fair Matchmaking: Avoiding Discrimination
2025-05-29 08:08:23 ♻︎ Updated
AI is the silent architect of our online experiences, determining who we play with and how we compete. Yet the very algorithms designed to facilitate engaging encounters can, if left unchecked, perpetuate injustice and discrimination. This ...read more

The Unexpected Benefits of Writing Notes by Hand
2025-06-20 06:05:55 🚀︎ New
Handwritten note-taking may seem like a relic of the past. However, recent studies shed light on the surprising benefits of this old-fashioned practice. This blog post explores how handwritten notes can enrich your digital life and improve ...read more

The Rise of Cross-Game NFT Items
2025-05-12 07:16:27 ♻︎ Updated
Blockchain technology has made significant advances, particularly in the gaming space. One of the most fascinating developments in this space is the emergence of cross-game NFT items. This blog post explores the trends and future impact of ...read more

Best Git Workflows for Teams
2025-06-24 07:00:11 🚀︎ New
Git has become the de facto standard, enabling teams to collaborate seamlessly and efficiently on codebases of any size. However, managing team workflows can be challenging, especially as the number of contributors grows. In this blog ...read more

The Philosophy of Speedrunning: Breaking Games as an Art Form
2025-09-11 17:43:50 🚀︎ New
There's a unique and passionate community centered around the art of speedrunning. Speedrunning isn't just about completing games quickly; it's about ...read more

The Dangers of Letting Players Break Your Game
2025-06-02 08:18:23 ♻︎ Updated
One of the most difficult balances to strike is creating a compelling story while maintaining control over the gameplay experience. This delicate balance becomes especially challenging when developers give players a high degree of agency ...read more

The Debate Over 2D vs. 3D Texturing Techniques
2025-05-12 07:28:23 ♻︎ Updated
Especially in video game development and visual effects, the debate about the use of 2D or 3D texturing techniques is hotly debated among professionals and enthusiasts alike. This blog post explores the intricacies of both methods, their ...read more