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The Longest Beta Never Shipped
2025-05-18 10:47:38 ♻︎ Updated
Many projects are born from passionate developers with big dreams. Unfortunately, not all stories end with triumphant releases. This blog post explores one such story—a game project that was in development for years but never saw the ...read more

The Limits of Smart NPC AI in Capturing Human Complexity
2025-05-31 21:03:29 ♻︎ Updated
We've developed AI that behaves intelligently, but can we truly capture the exquisite chaos of human emotions in a non-playable character? This blog post explores the inherent limitations—and the tantalizing possibilities—of ...read more

Can ML Understand Player Emotion and React Appropriately?
2025-07-09 22:40:52 🚀︎ New
Forget games that simply react to your button presses. The next level of immersion lies in games that *feel* your emotions and adapt their worlds and challenges to your joy, frustration, and fear. Machine learning isn't just analysis; it's ...read more

Why Are Third-Party Switch Accessories So Much Better Than Nintendo's?
2025-05-14 04:24:38 ♻︎ Updated
Despite its versatility and popularity, the Nintendo Switch has always been the subject of debate regarding third-party accessories. Many users find that these third-party options not only meet their needs but often surpass Nintendo's ...read more

Still can't move app icons freely: Why?
2025-05-19 11:03:53 🚀︎ New
Smartphones have become an integral part of our daily lives, providing us with a multitude of features and functionalities. One area where users often feel limited in their device customization is the movement of app icons on the home ...read more

Are streaming rules becoming too strict?
2025-05-18 06:29:17 ♻︎ Updated
Streaming services represent convenience and accessibility. However, as these platforms grow in popularity and reach, there is growing debate about whether the rules governing their operation are becoming too restrictive for both creators ...read more

Internal Dev Memos That Shouldn't Have Leaked
2025-05-10 14:37:07 ♻︎ Updated
Where creativity meets technical prowess, frustration is often a silent companion. Developers put their heart and soul into crafting immersive worlds and captivating experiences for players, but sometimes things don't go as planned. These ...read more

The Future of Fake Games: Will AI Make Them Harder to Detect?
2025-07-30 11:18:26 🚀︎ New
Counterfeit games and fraudulent apps have become a constant threat to users worldwide. As artificial intelligence (AI) advances, so does the potential for sophisticated deception in the gaming industry. This blog post examines the future ...read more

How Haptic Feedback Is Changing Gaming
2025-05-19 20:12:55 ♻︎ Updated
Developers are constantly pushing the boundaries to provide players with more immersive experiences. One technology that is increasing traction and set to revolutionize game interaction is haptic feedback. This blog post explores how ...read more

How Some Devs Handle Backlash Perfectly (And Some Don-t)
2025-05-27 13:04:19 ♻︎ Updated
Developers often find themselves in the unenviable position of having to deal with criticism—both constructive and unjustified. This criticism can range from minor issues affecting a small portion of users to serious bugs that can ...read more

No third-party launchers: Why?
2025-05-05 22:58:55 🚀︎ New
In the world of smartphones, particularly those running Android OS, one decision that some users may consider controversial is the avoidance of third-party launchers. These are applications designed to provide a different user interface or ...read more

How Some Companies Ignore Criticism Until It-s Viral
2025-05-19 12:41:49 ♻︎ Updated
Developers frequently encounter problems that can lead to frustration. This frustration often manifests as criticism or negative feedback from users, to which companies don't always respond promptly. This blog post explores how some ...read more

Impact of Smart NPCs on Game Replayability
2025-06-01 12:19:38 ♻︎ Updated
The ultimate test of a game is not only its initial appeal, but also its lasting replay value. This blog post demonstrates how "intelligent" non-playable characters not only increase player engagement but also actively extend the lifespan ...read more

Should there be a minimum quality standard for streaming shows?
2025-05-26 17:08:54 ♻︎ Updated
Streaming platforms represent convenience and accessibility. Gone are the days when television networks dictated what we watched. Today, viewers can access a nearly infinite variety of content from around the world, largely through ...read more

How to Stay Patient When AI Misunderstands You
2025-06-01 07:56:23 ♻︎ Updated
AI should be our intelligent partner, but in game development, it often acts like a stubborn, frustrating child. Misunderstanding AI not only causes errors; it also destroys immersion and tests our patience. This blog post isn't just a ...read more

Cache Invalidation: Why Nobody Gets It Right
2025-05-29 01:54:42 ♻︎ Updated
Caching is a fundamental technique that can significantly improve application responsiveness and throughput. However, effective cache management often includes an equally important and complex aspect: cache invalidation. This process ...read more

The Failure of Carbon Offsets: A Corporate Scam?
2025-05-15 11:31:53 ♻︎ Updated
Carbon offsets have long been touted as a way for companies to reduce their carbon footprint. However, recent revelations suggest that these programs may not be as effective and ethical as often claimed. This blog post explores the ...read more

How MidJourney and DALL-E Are Changing Asset Pipelines
2025-05-22 07:53:03 ♻︎ Updated
The rise of AI tools like MidJourney and DALL-E isn't just a technological upgrade in game development; it represents a fundamental shift that will redefine how we create and evaluate games. Are we on the cusp of a new era of democratic ...read more

How do I add or remove devices from my iCloud account?
2025-04-06 15:37:09 🚀︎ New
iCloud is Apple's cloud service that allows you to sync and manage content across all your Apple devices. From photos, contacts, notes, to settings, iCloud keeps everything in sync automatically once enabled on each device. Here's how you ...read more

How Your Gaming Data Ends Up in the Hands of Advertisers
2025-04-23 11:34:21 🚀︎ New
This includes not only what we do on social media platforms or e-commerce sites, but also how we play games. Many gamers may not be aware that their ...read more