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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

Are Disabled Gamers Represented in Character Design?
2025-05-18 06:26:01 ♻︎ Updated
Characters are more than just avatars; they embody stories, emotions, and experiences. An important aspect that is often overlooked is the representation of disabled people in character design. This blog post examines whether disabled ...read more

Mobile Games and Educational Value
2025-05-16 16:56:04 ♻︎ Updated
Mobile games aren't just for entertainment; they also offer significant educational value. This blog post explores how certain mobile games can promote learning through engagement, strategy development, problem-solving skills, and much ...read more

The -Community Managers Are Not the Enemy- Problem
2025-05-28 10:43:08 ♻︎ Updated
We often find ourselves in the unique situation where our passion for creating engaging games sometimes clashes with the reality of managing thriving communities. This article highlights the often-overlooked tension between developers and ...read more

Why Some Games Are Better Broken
2025-07-26 22:06:55 🚀︎ New
Developers and players often find themselves in a state of tension. The desire to create engaging and entertaining experiences can sometimes lead to game mechanics that intentionally or unintentionally frustrate some players. This blog ...read more

Are Pull Requests Slowing Down Development?
2025-07-07 22:49:01 🚀︎ New
Efficiency is paramount. The traditional approach to code integration often involves developers committing their changes directly to a shared repository. This could lead to problems such as overwriting others' work or introducing bugs that ...read more

Engagement Metrics and Psychological Control
2025-08-01 21:40:56 🚀︎ New
With the rise of smart devices, online services, and big data analytics, our personal data is constantly being collected, analyzed, and used for ...read more

When Virtual Wins Can't Mask Real-Life Struggles
2025-07-22 00:50:29 🚀︎ New
Virtual reality and online gaming have become an important part of our everyday lives. While these platforms offer escapism and entertainment, they can also inadvertently highlight the stark contrast between the seemingly perfect worlds in ...read more

Why Pay-to-Win Is Worse Than Subscription Models
2025-08-08 23:08:45 🚀︎ New
Video games aren't just a form of entertainment; they're often huge industries. Among the various business models game developers use to monetize their products, one is particularly controversial: pay-to-win mechanisms. This practice, in ...read more

Streamlining User Interface Design
2025-06-08 23:53:08 🚀︎ New
As millions of users play various games on smartphones and tablets, data protection is becoming increasingly important. Users entrust game developers ...read more

The Disturbing Trend of AI-Generated ‘Fake Players’
2025-07-06 12:14:29 🚀︎ New
The online gaming landscape is constantly evolving, thanks in part to technological advances that blur the lines between reality and the virtual world. One particularly worrying trend in this digital space is the use of AI-generated "fake ...read more

When Your Email Inbox Turns Against You
2025-05-10 14:58:26 ♻︎ Updated
We spend countless hours perfecting our craft, striving for efficiency, and ensuring every line of code runs smoothly. Yet even the most experienced among us sometimes experience moments of pure frustration when everything seems to go ...read more

Can AI Truly Be Neutral, or Does It Always Have Bias?
2025-05-13 20:49:41 ♻︎ Updated
We program our artificial intelligence to be "neutral," but can it truly be free of our own biases? This blog post analyzes the inconvenient truth about AI bias in gaming and shows how even seemingly impartial algorithms can reflect and ...read more

How Much Does Editor Choice Really Affect Developer Output?
2025-05-23 16:31:06 ♻︎ Updated
We're often faced with the challenge of choosing between different code editors and integrated development environments (IDEs), each offering unique features, syntax highlighting, and workflows. Choosing between a simple editor like ...read more

The Fall of Total Conversion Mods: Too Ambitious for Today?
2025-05-18 06:41:03 ♻︎ Updated
Mods have always played an important role in extending the lifespan and depth of many games. Total conversion mods are among the most ambitious undertakings, transforming entire games into new game worlds or even alternate universes. ...read more

How Some Devs Are Fighting Back Against Always-Online Trends
2025-08-09 14:47:33 🚀︎ New
There's a growing trend in the gaming industry toward "always-online" features. This means your game requires an internet connection, even for minor updates or maintenance. While this may seem convenient for developers, allowing them to ...read more

Roberta Williams and the Birth of Adventure Gaming
2025-08-04 11:55:53 🚀︎ New
Few personalities have had as much impact on the game world as Roberta Williams. As a pioneer in the industry, she not only paved the way for other ...read more

The Legal Gray Zone: Can You Actually Sue Someone for Cheating?
2025-07-19 18:06:32 🚀︎ New
One question occupies players and developers alike: Can you sue someone for cheating in a video game? This seemingly simple question opens up a complex legal field that spans jurisdictions, contractual agreements, and the nature of virtual ...read more

The Future of Work: Bosses as ‘Quest Givers’?
2025-06-05 08:27:16 🚀︎ New
The traditional role of the leader is changing fundamentally. Gone are the days when bosses issued orders and employees merely completed tasks. Modern workplaces are implementing new models in which managers act as task setters, setting ...read more

Windows Backup Tools Are a Disaster - Here's Why
2025-05-23 15:03:51 ♻︎ Updated
Data security is paramount. Whether you manage private files or work as a company with critical corporate data, a reliable backup solution is essential. However, many users still rely on the default Windows backup tools, which are often ...read more