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The Dangerous Appeal of ‘Mystery Boxes’ for Personal Data
2025-08-03 14:02:46 🚀︎ New
With this trend, concerns about data privacy and security are growing. One particularly insidious method for collecting personal data is the use of ...read more

Predictive NPC Behavior Modeling
2025-05-18 13:55:49 ♻︎ Updated
The most engaging non-player characters don't just react, they *sense*. This blog post explores predictive modeling of NPC behavior and shows how AI is giving game characters true situational awareness, transforming them from passive ...read more

How to Avoid Malware in Mod Downloads
2025-05-27 16:17:18 ♻︎ Updated
Mods have become an integral part of the community. They allow players to enhance their gaming experience by adding new content, fixing bugs, or even changing fundamental game mechanics. However, with great power comes great responsibility ...read more

LMMS is a Toy, Not a Professional Tool
2025-07-21 23:14:13 🚀︎ New
One tool stands out for its user-friendly interface and powerful features: LMMS. Despite its seemingly simple appearance, LMMS is a robust and professional music production environment that rivals many industry-standard software solutions. ...read more

Best Remote Desktop Tools for Devs
2025-05-24 15:38:07 ♻︎ Updated
Remote work has become an integral part of modern businesses. As developers, we need reliable tools to stay productive while on the go. Whether you're a full-time remote developer or need to access your office computer frequently, the ...read more

Exploding Trees and Other Glitches
2025-05-19 15:41:39 ♻︎ Updated
We spend countless hours creating virtual worlds for players to explore, interact with, and achieve goals. But like any complex system, game development brings challenges, bugs, and moments that leave us frustrated. In this blog post, I'll ...read more

Mechanics of Time Pressure: Creating Urgency in Gameplay
2025-05-10 20:22:12 ♻︎ Updated
Time pressure is a crucial factor that can significantly impact player engagement and satisfaction. This blog post explores incorporating time pressure into your game design and how it can be used effectively to create a sense of urgency ...read more

Postmortem Fatigue: Writing Reports While Burned Out
2025-07-20 04:03:50 🚀︎ New
We test applications and work to improve our products. But when things go wrong or projects suffer setbacks, writing postmortem reports can be frustrating and exhausting. This phenomenon is known as "postmortem fatigue," and demonstrates ...read more

What Tools Will Replace GitHub in Web3?
2025-06-02 13:42:57 ♻︎ Updated
A question that increasingly concerns both developers and tech enthusiasts is: Which tools will replace GitHub in the Web 3 space? The deeper we delve into the concepts of decentralized applications (dApps) and blockchain technology, the ...read more

The Endless Cycle of Breaking and Patching
2025-05-24 19:23:53 ♻︎ Updated
We spend countless hours creating engaging digital experiences for our users. But like any complex system, our creations are not immune to issues that can frustrate even the most patient among us. This blog post explores the common cycle ...read more

iOS becoming more Android-like: Why?
2025-03-22 23:10:19 🚀︎ New
In the rapidly evolving world of mobile operating systems, Apple's iOS and Google's Android are two giants that have carved out distinct niches in consumer preferences. While each has its unique set of features and user experiences, recent ...read more

Why do companies like Netflix spend billions on bad content?
2025-05-19 07:32:30 ♻︎ Updated
In the ever-evolving world of digital entertainment, streaming giants like Netflix have become synonymous with innovative binge-watching experiences. Amid their pursuit of continuous growth and audience engagement, a perplexing yet crucial ...read more

How Smart NPCs Affect Multiplayer Game Economy Systems
2025-09-11 06:53:45 🚀︎ New
Forget rigid economies; the future of multiplayer gaming is a volatile market shaped by a new generation of economic power players: "intelligent" non-player characters. This blog post explores how intelligent NPCs are not just ...read more

Frontend Debugging is Getting Worse
2025-05-13 20:32:37 ♻︎ Updated
Efficiency and speed are critical. As applications become more complex, debugging becomes a more challenging task. This blog post explores why front-end debugging has become more complex over time and offers practical steps to improve your ...read more

The Auto-Update That Wasn-t Optional
2025-06-01 05:21:16 ♻︎ Updated
One thing remains constant: developers often face challenges that can lead to significant frustration. This blog post explores a particular type of developer problem: dealing with automatic updates that weren't optional. We'll break this ...read more

Why Do So Many Open-World Games Feel Empty?
2025-05-14 01:17:02 ♻︎ Updated
Open-world titles have become a staple for many developers, as they aim to captivate players with their freedom and immersive environments. However, it's a common observation that many open-world games sometimes leave players feeling ...read more

The Dangerous Power of Anonymous Messaging in Games
2025-05-28 18:57:45 🚀︎ New
Where players from all over the world come together to compete, cooperate, or simply escape into fantastical worlds, one aspect has become a double-edged sword: the power of anonymous messaging. This seemingly innocuous tool in many games ...read more

How to Avoid Becoming the Next 'Worst Company'
2025-05-12 06:39:57 ♻︎ Updated
In a connected world, companies are under constant pressure to innovate and deliver exceptional customer experiences. Unfortunately, not all companies succeed in meeting these expectations, leading to frustration among users, developers, ...read more

How Survival Mechanics Create Engaging Challenges
2025-05-21 09:15:28 🚀︎ New
Developers are constantly looking for new ways to engage players and challenge their skills. One particularly effective method is the implementation of survival mechanics. These mechanics introduce elements that force players to make ...read more

The Future of History Class: Learning Through RPGs
2025-07-23 22:09:34 🚀︎ New
Traditional methods of teaching history may soon be a thing of the past. Looking ahead, it's clear that education will continue to embrace innovative approaches to engage students and spark their interest in the subject. One such approach ...read more