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The Player as God, Pawn, or Parasite?
2025-07-15 10:19:32 🚀︎ New
Gaming has evolved from a simple pastime to a sophisticated medium that engages players on many levels. The deeper we delve into the philosophical ...read more

Are App Store featuring deals pay-to-win for devs?
2025-05-13 21:21:13 ♻︎ Updated
Developers are constantly looking for innovative ways to engage players and increase revenue. One strategy that has gained traction is offering deals or promotions on app stores like the Apple App Store or Google Play. These offers range ...read more

The Illusion of ‘Smart’ Game Design with ML
2025-06-16 15:03:37 🚀︎ New
We've been duped. What often passes for "intelligent AI" in games isn't real intelligence, but a clever illusion, a masterpiece of design tricks rather than true machine learning capability. This blog post lifts the curtain and exposes the ...read more

How Publishers Use Server Shutdowns to Force Sequels
2025-05-23 23:16:38 ♻︎ Updated
Publishers often employ various strategies to ensure the relevance and profitability of their titles. One such tactic is the strategic use of server shutdowns to encourage players to purchase a sequel or subsequent releases. This blog post ...read more

What If No Man’s Sky Had Launched as Promised?
2025-05-01 11:48:30 🚀︎ New
Imagine if the universe of a game you've been eagerly awaiting had turned out differently-and what that might mean for players and developers. This ...read more

How to Misinterpret Player Feedback Hilariously
2025-05-17 23:22:22 ♻︎ Updated
Game development is a complex endeavor that requires not only creativity but also a deep understanding of player psychology, game mechanics, and player feedback. Unfortunately, even the most experienced developers can misinterpret player ...read more

Toby Fox: Indie Developer, Global Icon
2025-05-30 09:51:30 🚀︎ New
Toby Fox is an independent video game developer who has significantly shaped the gaming industry with his unique creation "Undertale." Born and ...read more

MIDI 0 is Too Little, Too Late
2025-08-09 08:29:17 🚀︎ New
MIDI (Musical Instrument Digital Interface) has long been an integral part of instrument control and musical sequencing. However, many producers and musicians fail to fully utilize its capabilities, often dismissing it as "just okay" or ...read more

How Much Should You Trust Automated Performance Tools?
2025-05-13 17:23:47 ♻︎ Updated
Performance optimization has become a cornerstone for the smooth and efficient operation of applications. Developers and IT professionals strive to improve the user experience, and automated performance tools have proven to be important ...read more

The Concept of ‘Flow’ in Game Design
2025-02-13 20:24:07 🚀︎ New
Understanding and leveraging the concept of "flow" is crucial for creating engaging and immersive experiences. This psychological state, first ...read more

GitHub Actions Basics
2025-05-13 20:22:34 ♻︎ Updated
GitHub Actions has revolutionized workflow automation in software development. It allows developers to create custom automation scripts, called workflows, directly in their repositories. These workflows can be triggered by various events ...read more

How AAA Motion Capture Changed Acting (And Indies Avoid It)
2025-06-04 19:20:22 🚀︎ New
The techniques and technologies used in production are constantly pushing the boundaries of what was once possible. One such technology is motion ...read more

Git Bisect is Useless for Most Real Bugs
2025-05-25 11:43:12 ♻︎ Updated
Keeping track of changes and identifying bugs can be a daunting task. Version control systems like Git have become essential tools for code management at various stages of development. Git offers several powerful features to support ...read more

The Ethics of AI That Learns from Player Behavior
2025-09-24 01:34:01 🚀︎ New
A profound ethical landscape emerges that warrants close scrutiny. This blog post explores the complex, often troubling ethics of AI learning from player behavior. It examines the critical imperatives of transparency, fairness, privacy, ...read more

The Game Changer in Moderation Best Practices
2025-05-11 22:36:05 ♻︎ Updated
Online communities are more than just platforms for sharing interests; they are dynamic ecosystems that foster networking, knowledge sharing, and personal growth. As moderators of these communities, it's our job to not only maintain order ...read more

MagSafe limits wireless charging speed: Why?
2025-03-31 07:35:52 🚀︎ New
The introduction of the MagSafe technology in iPhones has significantly transformed how we perceive and utilize wireless charging. MagSafe was first introduced in iPhone 12 series, which allowed for a more secure and robust magnetic ...read more

Why Pokémon GO is Still a Cultural Force
2025-06-04 22:00:43 🚀︎ New
Pokémon GO, an augmented reality mobile game developed by Niantic in collaboration with The Pokémon Company and Nintendo, took the world by storm when it launched in July 2016. The game allowed players to explore their real-world ...read more

Why Free Mobile Games Are Never Really Free
2025-06-22 23:27:24 🚀︎ New
The promise of endless entertainment without any financial investment can be tempting. However, a closer look at this model reveals that "free" ...read more

Streamlining VFX with AI Tools
2025-06-26 23:12:26 🚀︎ New
Visual effects (VFX) are the pinnacle of gaming, yet creating them is often a labor-intensive process. What if artificial intelligence could fundamentally revolutionize the VFX pipeline, unlocking unprecedented efficiency and creative ...read more

The Hidden Costs of Permanent Backlash
2025-05-20 19:07:49 ♻︎ Updated
As in many other fields, maintaining a positive and productive work environment can be challenging. One particularly insidious form of negative energy is persistent headwinds—a subtle but potent force that can undermine team morale, ...read more