Info- 60555: user engagement, personal information, video games

The role of monopolistic practices in the entertainment sector is increasingly controversial. As platforms like Netflix, Spotify, and Google dominate their respective markets, questions arise about cultural hegemony and the values ...read more

Roguelikes, a subset of roguelike video games, are characterized by procedural level generation, permanent death, and high replay value. These games often feature permadeath (losing a character results in the loss of all progress), ...read more

Few titles have left such an indelible impression as the strategic espionage game *Alpha Protocol*. Released in 2010 by Obsidian Entertainment, the ...read more

Platform games have always held a special significance. These games not only entertain but also challenge players to think and react quickly. A key element that makes these games so engaging is their precision mechanics—actions that ...read more

We embark on a journey that is often full of challenges. Software updates are among the most frustrating and frightening experiences. Mistakes happen, and sometimes they are so public and embarrassing that they become legendary in our ...read more

One model has gained increasing popularity in recent years: Early Access. This release strategy allows players to engage with a game before its official launch and often provides developers with valuable feedback as they refine their ...read more

Narrative experiences have become central to gamers seeking depth and connection. However, the landscape of these games is influenced by various cultural elements, including memes. This blog post explores how memes can both hinder and ...read more

From social media to banking, there seems to be an app for almost everything. However, many users aren't aware that by downloading a free app, they ...read more

It's important to understand how long this data is stored and its implications for privacy and security. This blog post delves into the intricacies ...read more

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

There are growing concerns about the potential bias of streaming platforms toward certain political and ideological perspectives. One focus is whether services like Netflix deliberately ban conservative shows to maintain a certain ...read more

Developers are constantly looking for ways to engage and retain players. A common tactic among game designers is the use of fake progress bars-bars that appear to indicate progress toward a goal but ultimately don't lead to the desired ...read more

Especially in role-playing games where non-playable characters (NPCs) play a central role, there's always room for experimentation with character ...read more

Developers put their heart and soul into crafting immersive worlds for players to explore. But as with any creative endeavor, there are numerous challenges that lead to frustration and despair for some developers. This blog post explores ...read more

Sustainability is becoming a buzzword with a lot of resonance. Looking ahead, there's a growing trend toward developing innovative and high-performance electronics that are both environmentally friendly and biodegradable. This isn't just ...read more

With the increasing popularity of smartphones and the ability to run sophisticated games with immersive graphics and features, developers are ...read more

Narrative experiences have become central to gamers seeking depth and connection. However, the landscape of these games is influenced by various cultural elements, including memes. This blog post explores how memes can both hinder and ...read more

Open source contributions drive innovation in game development, foster collaboration, and accelerate progress. However, this open exchange brings with it a major challenge: identifying and fixing bugs in community-contributed code. This ...read more

We spend countless hours developing the code for our games. While many of us are passionate about what we do, frustration can quickly set in when things don't go as planned. In this blog post, we explore why some developer criticisms are ...read more

We often find ourselves in the unenviable position of having to balance player requests for improvements with our own desire to avoid the hassle of pull requests (PRs). This delicate balancing act is especially challenging with large-scale ...read more