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The Impact of Reward Schedules on Playtime
2025-08-27 10:13:16 🚀︎ New
Reward plans are a fundamental aspect of gaming and influence how engaged and persistent players are in games. They determine the frequency and ...read more
Do mobile games prioritize whales over casual players?
2025-08-12 21:25:50 🚀︎ New
Two distinct player types often coexist within a game's user base: whales and casual players. Understanding this dynamic is crucial for developers seeking to create games that appeal not only to high-spending users but also to casual ...read more
The ‘Passion Project’ Paradox: When Love Isn’t Enough
2025-02-15 02:56:48 🚀︎ New
Two distinct categories often receive attention: indie games and AAA (triple-A) titles. Each category offers its own challenges and rewards that can ...read more
How Games Use ‘Nearby Friends’ Features to Harvest Data
2025-11-30 09:05:54 🚀︎ New
With technological advances and the integration of various features into games, a feature called "Nearby Friends" or "Find Friends" has raised ...read more
NoSQL Databases Are Slower Than You Think
2025-11-16 09:56:11 🚀︎ New
Because data is at the heart of businesses, choosing the right database management system (DBMS) can be a critical decision. While SQL databases have traditionally dominated the market, NoSQL databases are gaining increasing traction due ...read more
Why Some Platforms Are Ditching Likes and Follow Counts
2025-07-16 08:28:59 🚀︎ New
Social media platforms have become an integral part of our everyday lives. They serve as a way to share thoughts, images, and videos and connect with friends, family, and strangers around the world. However, in recent years, the way users ...read more
Building Connected Communities
2025-12-15 14:47:15 🚀︎ New
These platforms often collect vast amounts of data about their users' activities, raising significant concerns about privacy and surveillance. This ...read more
The Real Cost of Free-to-Play: Microeconomics in Gaming
2025-02-23 20:01:24 🚀︎ New
One model has become increasingly prevalent, yet paradoxically complex: free-to-play (F2P). This business model has revolutionized the distribution ...read more
Future of Game Engines: Trends to Watch
2025-05-15 06:20:04 ♻︎ Updated
This also applies to the technology behind game engines. From advances in hardware to innovative approaches in user interface design, here are some key trends developers and enthusiasts should keep an eye on regarding the future of game ...read more
Are Game Awards Just Marketing Machines?
2025-12-13 15:20:24 🚀︎ New
Awards ceremonies have become an integral part of the gaming industry's marketing and hype cycle. The annual Game Awards stand out as a major event ...read more
The Game Changer in Visual Storytelling on Social Platforms
2025-05-20 22:49:11 ♻︎ Updated
Visual storytelling has changed the rules of the game. Gone are the days when text-based posts dominated our feeds. Today's users crave engaging content that captures their attention and holds it long enough to convey a message or share an ...read more
Bias Mitigation in AI Game Tools
2025-06-01 14:01:24 ♻︎ Updated
Where creativity meets technology, AI tools are no longer just an advantage, but the driving force. Yet behind their promise of immersive worlds and dynamic systems lies a silent threat: inherent bias. This blog post is not just a call for ...read more
Modding Old Games to Compete with Modern Graphics
2025-05-16 16:46:57 ♻︎ Updated
Old games are often overshadowed by newer, graphically superior titles. Thanks to the dedicated efforts of modders, however, these classics can be brought back to life and made competitive with modern graphics without losing their original ...read more
The Role of Time in Game Design: Real-Time vs. Turn-Based
2025-08-09 08:42:14 🚀︎ New
Time management is a crucial element that can significantly influence game dynamics, player engagement, and enjoyment. Two common approaches to ...read more
Will Virtual Funerals Become the Norm?
2025-05-21 15:58:18 ♻︎ Updated
The global pandemic has drastically changed the way we interact, work, and grieve. As restrictions gradually ease around the world, the events industry is navigating a new landscape where virtual and hybrid events are becoming an integral ...read more
How Some Players Develop Unhealthy Obsessions with Virtual Progress
2025-06-12 19:16:38 🚀︎ New
Gaming has become a ubiquitous pastime enjoyed by millions of people around the world. While many gamers engage in healthy and recreational forms of play, some people develop unhealthy obsessions centered around virtual progress and ...read more
The Patch I Couldn-t Afford to Build
2025-05-21 20:04:59 ♻︎ Updated
We embark on countless journeys through the digital world. These journeys are often filled with challenges, successes, and moments that leave us frustrated. One such moment for me was the infamous "patch I couldn't afford." This blog post ...read more
Community Involvement in Ethical AI Decisions
2025-06-12 17:50:54 🚀︎ New
As we develop ever more intelligent and immersive experiences, a crucial question arises: Whose ethics are we embedding in these algorithms? Surprisingly, the answer lies not only with the developers, but also with the communities they ...read more
Using AI Tools for Texture Generation
2025-05-18 08:30:49 ♻︎ Updated
One area that has seen significant progress is texture generation. Thanks to artificial intelligence (AI), artists now have a powerful tool at their disposal to create realistic textures with unprecedented ease. In this blog post, we ...read more
The Brilliance of Portal's Puzzle Design
2025-05-19 12:53:23 ♻︎ Updated
Developed by Valve Corporation and released in 2007, Portal is a first-person puzzle game that has achieved cult status thanks to its innovative gameplay mechanics, witty dialogue, and challenging puzzles. This blog post explores the ...read more