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The Next Step in Immersion: Full-Dive VR?
2025-06-05 11:04:49 🚀︎ New
One trend is steadily gaining momentum: the move toward fully immersive virtual reality (VR). We are at the dawn of a new era where technology not only enhances gameplay but also fully immerses players in alternate realities. Let's explore ...read more

BlueJ: The Java IDE for Teaching (and Suffering)
2025-05-23 06:03:50 ♻︎ Updated
Welcome to the world of programming education, where tools can either make your life a breeze or a nightmare. Today, we're diving into one such tool that's making a splash in Java education: BlueJ. This user-friendly yet powerful ...read more

Accelerating Your Gaming Journey
2025-03-08 09:25:27 🚀︎ New
With technological advances, including facial recognition systems from platforms like Face ID, gamers are increasingly concerned about privacy and ...read more

How Gaming References Appear in Pop Culture
2025-05-31 14:55:26 ♻︎ Updated
Gaming references have carved out a unique niche for themselves. From subtle Easter eggs to obvious cultural references, these connections between video games and mainstream media form a fascinating bridge for fans of both. This blog post ...read more

Will Physical Game Copies Disappear by 2030?
2025-09-04 18:18:09 🚀︎ New
It's especially exciting to speculate about how gaming might evolve by the mid- to late 2030s. One area that's sparking discussion and predictions is the persistence or demise of physical game copies. In this blog post, we explore ...read more

Windows as a Dev OS: The Stockholm Syndrome of Developers
2025-06-11 20:01:13 🚀︎ New
Operating systems (OS) are more than just platforms for running applications; they shape the development experience, the development environment, and the ecosystem. For developers, choosing an operating system can be like picking a side in ...read more

How to Properly Handle Player Data Under GDPR
2025-08-08 15:15:02 🚀︎ New
The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) is a comprehensive set of rules designed to protect the personal data and privacy of individuals within the European Union (EU). For game developers, especially those targeting EU players or ...read more

The False Promise of AI-Powered Error Detection
2025-05-30 02:10:28 ♻︎ Updated
The promise of artificial intelligence (AI) in game development often sounds like a siren's call, luring us with visions of effortless bug detection and flawless code. But what if this promise is partly a carefully constructed illusion? ...read more

The Rise of Solo Developers
2025-08-17 00:58:11 🚀︎ New
Two distinct paths have emerged for game developers to realize their visions: the indie route and the AAA (Triple A) development route. Both models ...read more

The Role of Context in AI Prompting (With Examples)
2025-06-01 09:33:01 ♻︎ Updated
Context: the invisible hand that guides AI performance in games. Without it, even the most advanced AI is digitally amnesiac and cannot truly contribute to immersive experiences. This blog post not only explains context but also highlights ...read more

Making Opt-Out Harder Than Necessary
2025-04-29 16:31:54 🚀︎ New
With every click and swipe, users are often confronted with complex terms and conditions governing the handling of their personal data. This article ...read more

Are kids' games with in-app purchases inherently unethical?
2025-05-19 11:11:55 ♻︎ Updated
Mobile gaming has become an integral part of children's entertainment. However, the inclusion of in-app purchases (IAPs) in these games raises significant ethical questions, particularly regarding their impact on young players and their ...read more

How AI is Making Games More Formulaic
2025-07-16 04:16:17 🚀︎ New
Artificial intelligence is an integral part of modern game development, promising enhanced gameplay and immersive experiences. But it raises a troubling question: Is AI inadvertently leading games to a sterile, formulaic homogeneity? This ...read more

How "Left 4 Dead’s" AI Director Inspired Modern ML in Games
2025-05-23 04:16:40 🚀︎ New
Before the grand promises of modern machine learning, Left 4 Dead featured the "AI Director," a revolutionary concept that single-handedly redefined dynamic gameplay. It wasn't just about smarter enemies; it was about an invisible hand ...read more

The Dangers of Romanticizing All-Nighters
2025-05-27 13:14:14 ♻︎ Updated
Night shifts often have a certain appeal. The idea of cobbling together a solution in just a few hours before a deadline is both exciting and romanticized in movies and pop culture. However, this approach carries significant risks ...read more

The Long-Term Damage of Account Theft in MMOs
2025-06-03 07:46:45 ♻︎ Updated
Players invest not only time but also a significant portion of their personal identity in virtual accounts. These accounts, which often contain valuable in-game currency, gear, and other collectibles, are an essential part of the gaming ...read more

PowerToys: Microsoft's Best-Kept Secret for Productivity
2025-05-29 21:03:46 ♻︎ Updated
Microsoft PowerToys have been quietly boosting productivity and efficiency in Windows environments since their introduction. Often overshadowed by more popular software, these tools demonstrate the company's commitment to making computing ...read more

XP and Exploitation: How Progress Tracks You
2025-09-21 20:46:00 🚀︎ New
From the apps we use to the websites we visit, data about our activities is collected and analyzed in a way that can feel like a double-edged sword. ...read more

When Free-to-Play Means Free-to-Track
2025-08-06 05:01:20 🚀︎ New
Platforms like Google Play and the Apple App Store offer a variety of free games. It's tempting to play for hours without considering the potential ...read more

How Some Studios Quietly Kill Games
2025-06-02 16:58:40 ♻︎ Updated
Studios put their heart and soul into developing immersive gaming experiences. Yet, despite all this creativity and passion, challenges often arise that can lead to developer frustration and, in some cases, premature cancellation or even ...read more