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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 is Changing the Definition of Originality
2025-05-22 02:59:48 ♻︎ Updated
Artificial intelligence is redefining originality. This blog post demonstrates that AI is not just a tool for game development, but a force fundamentally changing the concept of creativity and pushing the boundaries of what it means to be ...read more
How Third-Party Ad Networks Exploit Gamers
2025-09-30 10:04:24 🚀︎ New
However, while playing their favorite games, gamers often unknowingly share significant amounts of data with third-party advertising networks. This ...read more
The Build Broke, So Did We
2025-05-25 07:28:44 ♻︎ Updated
When something doesn't go as planned, excitement often gives way to frustration. This is especially true during the testing phase, where unexpected bugs or crashes can be incredibly discouraging for developers. In this blog post, we ...read more
Fixing the Game With Paid DLC? Ouch.
2025-05-30 03:49:25 ♻︎ Updated
Developers often face the challenge of managing the lifespan of their games after their initial release. One way to extend a game's popularity is to introduce downloadable content (DLC). While DLC can be a successful strategy for ...read more
Why do so many mobile games lack credits?
2025-05-26 06:37:10 ♻︎ Updated
Many titles often don't include detailed credits. This can be confusing for players who want to learn more about the developers of their favorite games. There are several reasons why developers don't include credits for mobile games:read more
How Games Help Cope With Anxiety and Depression
2026-02-24 16:42:34 🚀︎ New
Anxiety and depression have become increasingly common mental health problems. The constant pressure to perform, the constant contact, and the ...read more
The Rise of Life Scoreboards: Is That Healthy?
2025-09-06 02:19:17 🚀︎ New
The concept of gamification has made inroads into various areas of life, from the corporate world to healthcare and beyond. One particularly fascinating application is the use of "life scoreboards" - digital platforms that track personal ...read more
The Future of Retro Gaming in a Digital Age
2025-05-17 16:29:58 ♻︎ Updated
Retro gaming is a nostalgic bridge between past and present. As the digital age advances, it's exciting to speculate about the future of this beloved pastime. This blog post explores various aspects of retro gaming's adaptation to our ...read more
The Philosophy of Speedrunning: Why Break a Game to Love It?
2025-02-07 21:48:48 🚀︎ New
There's a fascinating subgenre called speedrunning. In this unconventional gaming method, players attempt to complete games in record time, often ...read more
How Some Updates Break Mods (And Why It Matters)
2025-06-01 19:31:44 ♻︎ Updated
One of the most frustrating experiences for developers is updates that inadvertently break existing mods. This blog post explores why certain software updates cause so much anxiety for modders, how these issues arise, and the far-reaching ...read more
Why ‘Double Jump’ Makes No Sense (And Why We Love It)
2026-02-26 11:44:43 🚀︎ New
Mechanics are everything. They determine how players interact with worlds, characters, and stories. One of these mechanics is the double jump, often ...read more
The Fine Line Between 'On Hold' and 'Dead'
2025-05-11 13:01:27 ♻︎ Updated
In the interconnected world of software development, projects often find themselves in a precarious position between life and death—or perhaps more accurately, between "on hold" and "dead." This blog post explores the subtle differences ...read more
Are platforms like YouTube radicalizing users through recommendations?
2025-10-15 16:22:10 🚀︎ New
Social media plays a central role in shaping user experiences and information consumption. YouTube is one of the most influential platforms, reaching billions of users worldwide. In addition to its vast range of content, including videos ...read more
Why Your Headset Microphone Might Be Spying on You
2025-12-07 05:40:50 🚀︎ New
The devices we use every day are often packed with more technology than they initially appear. While this can enhance our user experience, it also raises significant privacy and security concerns. These issues are particularly relevant to ...read more
Why Some Fake Games Never Get Taken Down
2025-07-23 22:59:14 🚀︎ New
Mobile gaming is a multi-billion dollar industry, and counterfeit games are increasingly infiltrating app stores. These fraudulent apps not only pose serious risks but also threaten the integrity of the gaming community. In this blog post, ...read more
The Evolution of NPCs: From Scripted to AI-Driven
2025-12-08 10:30:34 🚀︎ New
The era of static, predictable non-player characters is over. The future of game development belongs to dynamic, AI-driven NPCs that will revolutionize how we interact with our digital worlds. This isn't just an evolution, but a ...read more
Do You Really Agree? Gaming and the Illusion of Consent
2026-01-20 12:36:14 🚀︎ New
From smart home devices to social media platforms, companies are collecting vast amounts of data about their users, often under the guise of ...read more
AI-Powered NPC Companions
2025-06-05 14:56:46 🚀︎ New
Forget sidekicks; adopt real companions. The era of mere non-playable characters (NPCs) is over. This blog post demonstrates how artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming in-game companions from static objects into dynamic, intelligent ...read more
Is UX Writing the Most Underrated Skill?
2026-02-18 23:00:01 🚀︎ New
Numerous skills help designers create seamless user experiences. Among these often overlooked yet crucial aspects is user experience (UX) writing. This blog post explores whether UX writing may be one of the most undervalued skills in ...read more