Info- 61149: AI, video games, transparency, technology, ethics

Gamification has proven to be a powerful tool for motivating and engaging people in various areas of life. From health and fitness to corporate training, game elements have been introduced to make activities more enjoyable and effective. A ...read more

We put our heart and soul into creating games that not only entertain but also engage players. However, launching a game can be fraught with challenges, some of which may seem insurmountable in the heat of the moment. One such challenge is ...read more

Gaming platforms have become a hub for social interaction, entertainment, and competition. However, with increasing connectivity comes a major ...read more

The debate about the role of AI in content creation is not only growing, it's reaching a fever pitch. Is artificial intelligence a mere tool subject to human will, or has it achieved the coveted status of a "creator" in its own right? This ...read more

Windows File Explorer, or File Manager as it's often called , has been an integral part of Microsoft Windows since its launch. While other operating systems have introduced more modern and efficient interfaces, Windows File Explorer has ...read more

Choosing the right game engine can be an exciting yet challenging task. Developers are often faced with a seemingly endless array of choices-each promising unmatched flexibility, performance, or ease of use. Yet this abundance of options ...read more

Even trauma presents a new ethical minefield: simulating such complex emotional states with artificial intelligence (AI). This blog post not only honors this ambition but also fearlessly analyzes the complex challenges of developing AI ...read more

A frequently debated topic among enthusiasts and professionals is the effectiveness of virtual analog synthesizers (VAs) compared to their hardware counterparts. The argument that virtual analog synthesizers are fraudulent often crops up. ...read more

Day-one patches are now commonplace. These are updates released shortly after a game's launch to fix bugs, improve performance, and implement changes based on player feedback. While these patches are seen as a sign of developers' ...read more

An increasingly important question is whether sports streaming should remain a standalone segment within online platforms or whether it would benefit more from integration with general entertainment platforms. At the heart of this debate ...read more

Developers are constantly looking for innovative ways to engage players and generate revenue. One such method is loot boxes, virtual containers filled with random rewards. While these mechanisms can be lucrative for both developers and ...read more

Performance optimization is crucial. Memory leaks are among the most common and potentially devastating problems that can affect your application's performance. These insidious errors slowly drain system resources, leading to slower ...read more

Developers have perfected their craft to not only entertain players but also manipulate them through psychological tactics. One often overlooked aspect of a game that can significantly influence player engagement and behavior is the ...read more

We often hear about studios switching from one engine to another. One such studio was once a major user and supporter of the CryEngine, but recently made headlines for discontinuing its use. We investigate what led to this decision and ...read more

This is especially true for interactive media such as free-to-play games, which often rely on in-app purchases or microtransactions to generate ...read more

One of the most common problems for designers and developers is texture compression artifacts. These artifacts can significantly impact the visual quality of a game or application. Therefore, it's important to understand their causes and ...read more

Debugging tools play a crucial role in ensuring smooth gameplay. However, many developers are frustrated by the limitations and inadequacies of these tools. This blog post explores why traditional game debugging tools often fall short and ...read more

A game's artistic vision is its soul. But can AI-generated, algorithm-derived assets truly preserve this unique aesthetic, or do they inevitably lead to a homogenous, soulless visual landscape? This blog post addresses the significant ...read more

We spend countless hours in front of the computer, whether programming, debugging, or simply browsing the internet. The importance of a quiet and efficient computing environment is often overlooked. A quiet PC can significantly increase ...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