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Can Smart NPCs Be Used to Teach Real-World Skills?
2025-05-23 04:02:53 ♻︎ Updated
What if gaming could actually make you smarter? This blog post explores the untapped potential of "intelligent" non-playable characters (NPCs) as an educational tool and how advanced AI could be used to teach real-world skills, ...read more

The Data Retention Dilemma in Mobile Gaming
2025-04-25 16:50:25 🚀︎ New
With this growing popularity comes growing concerns about data privacy and security. One of the most pressing issues in mobile gaming is the dilemma ...read more

Rewarding Participation in Digital Initiatives
2025-08-05 07:31:30 🚀︎ New
Our personal data is increasingly becoming accessible to both authorized and unauthorized parties. To prevent potential data breaches and encourage ...read more

ASMR Recording is Mostly Pseudoscience
2025-05-26 18:24:33 ♻︎ Updated
ASMR (Autonomous Sensory Meridian Response) refers to a phenomenon in which certain sounds can trigger a pleasant response in the listener. This typically involves auditory stimulation through headphones, often including whispers, tapping, ...read more

John Carmack: The Programming Wizard Behind Doom and Quake
2025-02-11 09:31:08 🚀︎ New
Few names are more synonymous with brilliance and innovation than John Carmack. A true legend in the world of programming and game development, ...read more

Understanding Git Merge vs Rebase
2025-06-15 10:48:41 🚀︎ New
Git is an essential version control tool, allowing developers to efficiently manage and track changes in their codebases. One of the fundamental operations when working with Git branches is merging and rebasing. While both techniques are ...read more

The Power and Responsibility of Tech Influencers in Shaping Public Opinion
2025-06-07 13:20:32 🚀︎ New
Tech influencers wield significant influence over public opinion. They navigate the complex landscape of social media, and each of their posts, tweets, or videos can shape the perceptions of important issues by millions. This blog explores ...read more

The Role of AI in Predicting Your Next In-Game Purchase
2025-02-09 03:38:37 🚀︎ New
With technological advances, including artificial intelligence (AI), game developers and platforms are increasingly using predictive analytics to ...read more

The Future: Will AI Frustration Decrease or Increase?
2025-05-30 00:06:53 ♻︎ Updated
The future of gamer frustration will be determined by AI. As our intelligent systems become more complex, will they amplify or intensify the irritating challenges in our games? This blog post boldly confronts the uncomfortable truth and ...read more

The Best Tools for User Testing on a Budget
2025-05-22 05:30:23 ♻︎ Updated
Understanding user behavior and preferences is crucial. However, budget constraints often limit the scope of testing and research. This article introduces cost-effective tools that you can use to conduct effective user testing without ...read more

Retro Game Remakes: Honoring the Past or Cashing In?
2025-05-23 20:35:51 ♻︎ Updated
One trend fascinates fans and critics alike: remakes of retro games. These aren't simply remakes, but faithful reproductions or improved versions of classic games that have proven their worth in terms of popularity and cultural ...read more

Esports and the Role of Team Dynamics
2025-05-16 06:44:17 ♻︎ Updated
E-sports, short for electronic sports, has rapidly grown into a multi-billion dollar industry over the past decade. It encompasses not only professional gaming competitions but also various aspects such as team dynamics, strategy, ...read more

Why Some Developers Go Into Hiding
2025-05-24 17:41:02 ♻︎ Updated
A strange phenomenon often goes unnoticed: developers disappearing from view. It's not uncommon for passionate developers to put their heart and soul into developing games, but then retreat from the public eye after their projects' ...read more

Are indie filmmakers being frozen out by corporate gatekeeping?
2025-06-03 05:43:30 ♻︎ Updated
Independent filmmakers face unique challenges in a system increasingly dominated by large corporations. This blog post examines whether indie filmmakers are marginalized by corporate control. It explores the impact, potential solutions, ...read more

The Hidden Depths of ‘Spec Ops: The Line’
2025-02-27 14:25:35 🚀︎ New
Spec Ops: The Line is a first-person shooter video game developed by Yager Development and published by 2K Games. Released in June 2012, the game ...read more

UV Unwrapping is an Outdated Process
2025-05-13 06:31:52 ♻︎ Updated
There are certain techniques that have been standard for decades but may soon be replaced by newer methods. One such technique is UV unwrapping, an integral process for texturing 3D models before they can be rendered in games or animated ...read more

The Role of Explainable AI in Game Development
2025-05-18 09:48:11 ♻︎ Updated
Artificial intelligence no longer just enhances the gaming experience; it actively shapes it, making autonomous decisions that affect every pixel and every plot twist. But as these AI systems become increasingly powerful and opaque, a ...read more

Understanding the Ethics of Monetized Mods
2025-05-23 08:17:28 ♻︎ Updated
Mods have long been a cornerstone of customization and innovation, allowing players to enhance the gaming experience through new features, improved graphics, or altered game mechanics. However, with the increasing monetization of modding, ...read more

Indie Developers and the Struggle for Visibility
2025-05-23 17:16:00 ♻︎ Updated
Indie developers often find themselves in a unique situation. Their games often stand out from the mainstream due to smaller budgets, niche themes, or a lack of marketing support, and therefore face significant challenges when it comes to ...read more

Hideo Kojima: Storyteller or Mad Genius?
2025-03-03 06:09:35 🚀︎ New
Few figures are as enigmatic and influential as Hideo Kojima. The creator of some of the most iconic gaming titles, including the Metal Gear series, ...read more