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The Art of the Polite DM (Without Being Creepy)
2026-01-09 07:08:24 🚀︎ New
Also known as TTRPGs, the Dungeon Master (DM) wields a powerful wand. This wand is used not only to cast spells, but also to weave adventures that captivate and delight players. A crucial aspect of being an effective DM is communicating ...read more
The Influence of Memes on Game Marketing
2025-11-26 18:34:49 🚀︎ New
Finding effective strategies to capture attention and engage players is crucial. One particularly powerful marketing tool is memes—humorous images, videos, or texts that quickly spread through online communities. This blog post explores ...read more
Stealth Mechanics: A Balance of Risk and Reward
2025-03-29 05:46:56 🚀︎ New
Especially in games that combine action with stealth elements, the design of the mechanics that govern the player's ability to move undetected ...read more
Can a Game Be ‘Too Fun’? The Paradox of Addictive Design
2025-06-05 02:10:45 🚀︎ New
One of the most fascinating, yet paradoxical, questions that often arises is whether games can be "too much fun." This blog post explores this topic ...read more
The Ethics of Selling ‘Power’ in Single-Player Games
2026-02-09 03:02:05 🚀︎ New
Developers often use microtransactions and dark patterns to create the illusion of progress and power. This blog post explores the ethical aspects of these practices, examining how they affect the player experience and the implications for ...read more
Gasless Transactions for Devs
2025-05-26 02:46:26 ♻︎ Updated
It's crucial to understand and prepare for new trends in web development. One trend that's garnering significant attention is the shift toward gasless transactions in decentralized applications (dApps). This blog post analyzes what gasless ...read more
What Game Developers Need to Know About GDPR Compliance
2026-04-09 04:00:09 🚀︎ New
The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) is a comprehensive data protection law that came into force in the European Union (EU) on May 25, 2018. It replaced the previous Data Protection Directive and significantly expanded the rights ...read more
Game Journalism in the '80s: Where Are They Now?
2025-07-02 20:37:51 🚀︎ New
When pixels still danced on black-and-white screens, a new form of journalism emerged that captured the imagination and curiosity of gamers ...read more
AI’s Love for Reinventing the Wheel (Badly)
2025-08-26 22:20:20 🚀︎ New
A peculiar and worrying trend persists: the compulsive "reinvention of the wheel." Why do some AI developers stubbornly develop basic features from scratch, even when robust solutions already exist? This blog post uncovers this perplexing ...read more
CDNs Are Just Band-Aids for Bad Architecture
2025-05-27 09:26:45 ♻︎ Updated
Content delivery networks (CDNs) have become an integral part of web performance optimization. However, a closer look at their role and architectural impact reveals that they serve more as a stopgap than a comprehensive solution. This blog ...read more
VS Code: The Undisputed King of Code Editors
2025-12-05 20:38:37 🚀︎ New
One name in particular stands out: Visual Studio Code, commonly known as VS Code. This powerful tool has not only captured the hearts of developers worldwide but also cemented its position as the undisputed king of code editors. In this ...read more
Are -free tiers- just a way to exploit both users and artists?
2025-05-20 05:47:09 ♻︎ Updated
Streaming services have become an integral part of our music consumption. Platforms like Spotify, Apple Music, and others offer a variety of subscriptions, each with its own features and limitations. Among these offerings is the free ...read more
Ethical Concerns When NPCs Mimic Real Human Behavior Too Closely
2025-09-05 14:51:47 🚀︎ New
A troubling question arises: When does digital imitation become an ethical violation? This blog post illuminates the moral minefield of highly realistic NPC behavior and calls on developers to navigate this treacherous terrain with ...read more
Abandoning a Live Service Game
2025-05-15 01:44:01 ♻︎ Updated
Developers often find themselves in unexpected situations that can lead to great frustration and even the failure of a live game. This blog post explores one such experience from the perspective of developer frustration and how it led to ...read more
Why You Should Learn Basic Music Theory for Game Dev
2025-05-17 21:38:04 ♻︎ Updated
A solid understanding of music theory can be invaluable, especially when creating captivating soundtracks or designing interactive musical experiences. While many developers assume they don't need complex knowledge of music theory for game ...read more
Are Sound Plugins Becoming Too Expensive?
2025-07-31 15:41:53 🚀︎ New
A clear trend is emerging in the audio production industry regarding the cost of sound plugins. Artists and producers are increasingly concerned about the prices of these essential music production tools. This blog post analyzes this topic ...read more
Are We Losing the Ability to Argue Respectfully Online?
2025-05-24 11:16:19 🚀︎ New
Communication has taken a major leap forward. The rise of social media and instant messaging platforms has made it easier for people around the world to connect and share their views instantly. However, this interconnectedness also brings ...read more
How Free-to-Play Games Are Designed to Be Unfun Without Paying
2025-12-29 13:09:55 🚀︎ New
Free-to-play games have become a mainstream model, offering players a first taste of the gaming experience before monetization strategies kick in. These include various forms of microtransactions that can significantly impact the gameplay ...read more
Hybrid Tabletop and Digital Gaming
2025-06-01 01:18:16 ♻︎ Updated
There's a growing trend toward combining the tactile interaction of board games with the immersive capabilities of digital platforms. This hybrid model appeals not only to gamers who enjoy thinking strategically, but also to those who ...read more
Do We Need a World Government for AI Ethics?
2026-04-03 00:39:02 🚀︎ New
Artificial intelligence (AI) isn't just a trend; it's emerging as a central force shaping our future. From self-driving cars to virtual assistants, AI permeates every aspect of human life and business. However, this unprecedented ...read more