Info- 46137: video games, user engagement, microtransactions

Consumer behavior has changed dramatically. With the rise of e-commerce and online transactions, consumers have become more reliant on technology for their daily needs, including shopping, banking, and social interactions. However, this ...read more

Game development is an art, a science, and often a source of frustration. It's not uncommon for developers to encounter unintended mechanics or features during the development process that they initially consider bugs but eventually accept ...read more

We spend countless hours developing elegant solutions and debugging complex code. But, like any other field, there are times when things don't go as planned—and that's where the fun (or frustration) begins. In this blog post, we explore ...read more

Indie games have carved out a unique space for themselves by creating innovative experiences for niche markets. However, with limited resources and footprints compared to larger publishers, many indie developers face the difficult task of ...read more

The impact of natural disasters has increased significantly. From devastating hurricanes to devastating earthquakes, these events continue to wreak havoc around the world, affecting millions of lives and causing billions of dollars in ...read more

Mobile gaming has become an integral part of our daily lives. With so many titles available across multiple platforms, developers are constantly striving to outdo each other with engaging gameplay, stunning graphics, and immersive ...read more

In the video game sector in particular, a legislative decision could have significantly changed the gaming experience and industry practices. ...read more

There's a significant, yet often overlooked, problem that affects not only modern games, but also games from the so-called "golden era" of gaming—commonly referred to as classic gaming. This blog post explores this inconvenient truth: ...read more

The concept of the metaverse is increasingly taking center stage in discussions about technology and society. This virtual space, often described as a combination of augmented reality (AR), virtual reality (VR), and extended reality (XR), ...read more

We often find ourselves in the midst of the hustle and bustle of code commits and pull requests (PRs). It's a critical phase during which our work is reviewed, refined, and ultimately merged into the main branch. But what happens when ...read more

Mobile gaming has become an integral part of our lives. With over 2 billion players worldwide and industry revenue estimated at around $75 billion in 2021, it's clear that mobile games aren't just for entertainment but have also become a ...read more

The rise of AI tools like MidJourney and DALL-E isn't just a technological upgrade in game development; it represents a fundamental shift that will redefine how we create and evaluate games. Are we on the cusp of a new era of democratic ...read more

Few can match the longevity and success of Sony's PlayStation 2 (PS2). Released in October 2000, the console has not only outlasted its competitors ...read more

Keiji Inafune, a legendary video game designer known for creating iconic characters like Mega Man and Dante from Devil May Cry, took to Kickstarter ...read more

Fear of missing out (FOMO) is a powerful psychological phenomenon that causes people to constantly check their phones, social media feeds, or other platforms for updates, fearing they'll miss something important. This feeling can be ...read more

Few figures are as enigmatic and influential as Hideo Kojima. The creator of some of the most iconic gaming titles, including the Metal Gear series, ...read more

A common misconception many developers fall into is the assumption that more features lead to better gameplay. This blog post debunks this notion and explores why over-engineering can lead to unintentional player frustration.read more

Two giants have established themselves as pioneers in the industry: Atari and Intellivision. This blog post explores their history, gameplay ...read more

Visual Studio Code (VS Code) is not only an excellent code editor, but also a powerful version control tool thanks to its extensive plugin ecosystem. Whether you're an experienced developer or just getting started with Git and version ...read more

Cybersecurity is more important than ever. With technological advances and increasingly sophisticated hackers, traditional security measures like two-factor authentication (2FA) are no longer sufficient to protect against all types of ...read more