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Crunch Makes Mediocre Work Worse
2025-05-12 21:55:57 ♻︎ Updated
Studios often work under time pressure and tight schedules. This environment can lead to a phenomenon known as "crunch," in which developers are pushed beyond their usual working hours to meet project milestones. While this "crunch ...read more
Step-by-Step Debugging in IntelliJ
2025-08-17 22:06:47 🚀︎ New
Debugging is an essential part of software development and helps developers quickly identify and fix errors. IntelliJ IDEA, a popular integrated development environment (IDE) for Java and other languages, offers robust debugging features ...read more
The Disturbing Trend of ‘Subscription-Only’ Power Boosts
2025-07-23 05:59:46 🚀︎ New
The gaming industry is witnessing a disturbing trend that is becoming increasingly prevalent among online game developers. This trend involves the implementation of "subscription-based" performance enhancements in games. While this may ...read more
Is the crackdown more about control than revenue?
2025-05-14 22:31:47 🚀︎ New
The motives behind certain regulatory measures taken by governments and institutions are increasingly being debated. One such measure is the so-called "crackdown" on various sectors. This often triggers debates about whether these measures ...read more
Are we over-reliant on one-click entertainment?
2025-05-19 21:26:14 ♻︎ Updated
The convenience of one-click entertainment has become an integral part of our everyday lives. From streaming services to instant messaging apps, everything seems to be just a tap or click away. This level of accessibility is undoubtedly ...read more
How to Optimize Your Laptop for Coding and Gaming
2025-05-17 05:23:47 ♻︎ Updated
Laptops have become indispensable for both work and leisure. However, many users find that their laptops no longer meet the demands of modern programming and gaming. Here are some strategies to optimize your laptop for these demanding ...read more
The Future of Gaming Memes: AI-Generated?
2025-05-21 18:03:54 ♻︎ Updated
Memes have become an important part of our online interactions. They are short, humorous videos, images, or texts that are widely shared and have gained popularity due to their ability to convey complex ideas in a simplified form. The ...read more
How Indie Devs Are Pushing Tech Limits Without AAA Budgets
2025-08-13 14:25:07 🚀︎ New
You might think that only large corporations with massive budgets can push the boundaries of what's possible. But indie developers are proving to be ...read more
Why Some Devs Abandon Games But Keep Servers Running
2025-09-25 15:33:02 🚀︎ New
It's common for developers to abandon projects while continuing to support existing games. This blog post explores why some developers abandon a project but continue to maintain the servers. It discusses important factors such as financial ...read more
When Fixing a Bug Introduced 3 New Ones
2025-05-12 13:27:07 ♻︎ Updated
We spend countless hours carefully crafting code to ensure our applications run smoothly. Yet even the most experienced professionals can encounter situations that lead to unexpected bugs—sometimes fixing one bug leads to three more. ...read more
The -Fun- in Dysfunctional
2025-05-26 03:40:27 ♻︎ Updated
We spend countless hours developing elegant solutions and debugging complex code. But, like any other field, there are times when things don't go as planned—and that's where the fun (or frustration) begins. In this blog post, we explore ...read more
Game Delays: Frequency and Financial Impact
2025-11-06 21:08:15 🚀︎ New
In the ever-expanding universe of the gaming industry, developers and publishers often find themselves in turbulent waters. One of the most common, ...read more
How AI Is Changing the Role of Game Designers
2025-12-23 01:35:00 🚀︎ New
Artificial intelligence is not only changing the way games are developed; it is also fundamentally redefining the nature of game design. As AI increasingly permeates the creative process, the traditional role of the game designer is ...read more
How AI Is Helping Small Studios Compete with AAA
2025-12-27 08:54:57 🚀︎ New
Small studios often struggle to compete with the financial muscle and technological resources of AAA giants. But what if AI could level the playing field and open up opportunities for indie developers once thought impossible? This blog ...read more
The Role of Piracy in Pushing Always-Online DRM
2025-06-02 22:35:25 ♻︎ Updated
Video game developers are constantly looking for new ways to protect their intellectual property and ensure stable revenue. One such method is the implementation of always-online DRM (Digital Rights Management), which requires a constant ...read more
The Role of Sound Design in Gameplay Mechanics
2025-05-23 15:29:58 ♻︎ Updated
While visuals are often the primary focus, it's easy to overlook the significant influence sound design has on game mechanics. What truly sets a game apart is often not just its visuals, but also the quality of its audio elements—from ...read more
Why You Should Stop Using Your Phone as an Alarm Clock
2025-11-04 06:04:57 🚀︎ New
Our cell phones are more than just communication devices; they're also the first thing we reach for in the morning and a comforting companion before bed. Many of us have the habit of using our smartphones to wake up. While this seems like ...read more
Can AI Debug Without Access to Source Code?
2025-05-30 03:53:56 ♻︎ Updated
A provocative question remains: Can artificial intelligence actually debug a game without ever having seen the source code? This seemingly impossible feat challenges the very foundations of traditional debugging. This blog post explores ...read more
How I Blew My Budget on a Trailer
2025-05-29 22:20:27 ♻︎ Updated
I've always prided myself on efficiency and cost-effectiveness. However, on one project, my pursuit of perfection caused me to exceed my budget—and that taught me a valuable lesson about budgeting and expectations in software ...read more
The -We Fixed It... Sort Of- Patches
2025-05-25 00:02:59 ♻︎ Updated
In the ever-evolving world of software development, developers often find themselves in a difficult situation. Despite their creative zeal to build engaging and bug-free applications, they inevitably experience moments that can best be ...read more