Info- 5205: gaming, user engagement, user experience, AI, threat

One thing remains constant: innovation. One example of this is the phenomenon of total conversions. This involves using an existing game engine or framework to create a new game that fundamentally changes its original purpose or setting. ...read more

In video games in particular, a business model known as "gacha" has become increasingly prevalent. In this model, players spend real money on virtual loot boxes or cards that offer varying probabilities for obtaining rare items or ...read more

Creativity is often overshadowed by an equally important aspect—management. Developers spend countless hours crafting complex worlds, crafting compelling stories, and optimizing game mechanics. But amidst all this genius, there's a ...read more

Companies and governments use various techniques to track user behavior, often disguised as "gamification" or interactive experiences. This blog post ...read more

In today's digital age, smartphones have become ubiquitous tools for work and play. They are essentially portable computers that offer a wide array of functionalities through applications (apps). However, one significant limitation that ...read more

Few titles have managed to capture the imagination and attention of players like Supercell's "Clash of Clans." This real-time strategy game has not only set trends in the mobile gaming market but has also sparked heated debates about its ...read more

Online gaming isn't just for entertainment; it's become an integral part of many people's lives. Thanks to the wide selection of free-to-play games available across various platforms, the gaming community has grown significantly. However, ...read more

The era of carefully crafted dungeons is coming to an end. Artificial intelligence is here and can generate entire, unique dungeons on demand, fundamentally changing the architecture of game worlds. This blog post explores how AI not only ...read more

Smart homes are not just a luxury, but an essential part of modern life. These intelligent systems are designed to make our everyday lives more convenient and efficient through automation and data-driven decision-making. One innovative way ...read more

Online gaming has become an important part of the cultural lives of many young people. With the steady growth of the gaming community, some malicious actors are using various methods for online fraud, including phishing attacks targeting ...read more

One area with significant growth and potential is virtual reality (VR) in corporate training. This blog post explores how VR is revolutionizing traditional training methods, the impact VR has on employee engagement and skills development, ...read more

Chatbots are ubiquitous across various platforms. While they offer efficiency and convenience, there are growing concerns that they may dehumanize interactions and impair emotional well-being. This blog post explores how chatbots may ...read more

One of the most significant shifts in the power dynamic between developers and players has occurred with the rise of Early Access games. This phenomenon not only challenges traditional release models but also transforms the way games are ...read more

Smartphones and social media platforms are ubiquitous, and maintaining real-life connections can sometimes be challenging. Constant notifications and the lure of virtual interactions can distract us from appreciating the beauty of ...read more

Narrative experiences have become central to gamers seeking depth and connection. However, the landscape of these games is influenced by various cultural elements, including memes. This blog post explores how memes can both hinder and ...read more

The tedious debugging of non-playable characters (NPCs) will soon be a thing of the past. This blog post demonstrates how machine learning not only optimizes game quality but also ushers in a new era of autonomous NPC testing, ...read more

Dreams have fascinated humanity for centuries. They often appear as vivid narratives that seem to blur the boundaries between reality and fantasy. ...read more

We spend countless hours building the perfect game, only to have it ripped apart by a horde of eager beta testers. This is an inevitable part of the development cycle, but what happens when those beta testers start asking for too much? ...read more

Two main platforms are distinguished by their large audiences and award ceremonies: consoles (like PlayStation and Xbox) and PCs. While mobile gaming has experienced tremendous growth in recent years, they often struggle to compete with ...read more

Content creation and consumption has become an integral part of our everyday lives. From social media platforms to streaming services, developers and providers are constantly looking for ways to capture and retain consumers' attention. One ...read more