Info- 55425: machine learning, user-generated content, marketing

Particularly in game design, striving for perfection is a common challenge for many developers. This blog post explores why striving for absolute perfection can be detrimental to developing sufficiently good products—a concept known as ...read more

Controllers are more than just gaming tools; they're essential elements that enhance the immersive experience. For many gamers, a controller's comfort and ergonomics can significantly impact their enjoyment of the game. This blog post ...read more

The trend toward so-called “always-online” features is growing. This term describes the need for a constant internet connection to use certain features. While this may be a convenient way to ensure players have constant access to their ...read more

The Apple iPhone is renowned for its sleek design, user-friendly interface, and seamless functionality. One feature that has consistently been missing from iPhones compared to some Android devices is split-screen multitasking. This lack of ...read more

Welcome to a world where pixels and algorithms create a web of interactions, often referred to as multiplayer games. These virtual worlds aren't just ...read more

Version control systems like Git have become indispensable tools for managing code changes. A fundamental aspect of Git is the creation and management of patches, which enables developers to collaborate effectively despite geographical and ...read more

With the rise of free-to-play games with in-app purchases and advertising, developers often rely on data collection to generate revenue. However, ...read more

Since personal data is a valuable commodity, it may come as a surprise that free online games are among the biggest data traders. This blog post ...read more

Released by Capcom in 2006, "Okami" was highly praised for its stunning graphics, deep gameplay, and captivating story. However, it failed to meet ...read more

Indie games are a unique breed. They are small studios and independent developers who, with passion and creativity, often eschew traditional publishing channels to bring their ideas to life. But amidst the colorful diversity of indie ...read more

Seamlessly switching between multiple devices is crucial for productivity and efficiency. Whether you use a laptop and tablet simultaneously or work on separate computers at home and in the office, a wireless keyboard makes this task much ...read more

Procedural content generation in games offers boundless creativity, but like any AI system, it harbors a dangerous secret: bias. This blog post explores how algorithmic biases can lead to unfair outcomes and perpetuate harmful stereotypes ...read more

Where creativity meets technology, developers often experience moments that can lead to great frustration. One such scenario is a persistent death screen, which impairs the gaming experience and potentially damages overall team morale. ...read more

A trend is gaining increasing momentum: the increasing use of artificial intelligence (AI) as a replacement for human influencers in specific niches. This shift not only reshapes traditional influencer marketing strategies but also raises ...read more

Developers often employ strategies that subtly influence player behavior through so-called Skinner-box designs. This involves creating game environments that encourage addictive behavior through techniques such as progressive ...read more

Shareware is a form of software distribution in which developers offer limited versions of their programs for free, often with the option to pay more ...read more

Two distinct, yet often intertwined, aspects stand out in particular: fandom and criticism. While both are integral components of gaming culture, they are based on very different principles that can sometimes lead to tensions within the ...read more

The Game Boy, released by Nintendo in 1989, marked a significant turning point in the gaming world. This handheld console set new standards for portable entertainment and had a lasting impact on gaming culture, continuing to this day. ...read more

We've taught AI to see, learn, and even create, yet a fundamental gap persists: AI often struggles to understand the language we use to instruct it. In game development, this leads to AI systems simply not understanding human programming ...read more

Developers and fans share a unique relationship in which both sides play distinct yet closely related roles. Developers create games that fans love, and fans, in turn, become emotionally and passionately involved with those games. However, ...read more