Info- 6231: Machine Learning, user experience, monetization, AI

Gone are the days when losing your smartphone photos meant losing precious memories. With cloud services like iCloud, managing and backing up our photos has become significantly easier. However, accidents happen, and you might find ...read more

In the realm of modern smartphone technology, certain components often go underappreciated but are crucial for an immersive user experience. One such component is the haptic engine - a device that generates vibrations to enhance the ...read more

Fan art and memes often serve as canvases for creativity and expression. However, these forms of artistic expression can also spark debates about cultural appropriation when they draw on traditional or marginalized cultures without proper ...read more

Mobile gaming has become a staple of entertainment, offering instant gameplay via smartphones. Amid this thriving market, however, there is a disturbing underbelly: counterfeit mobile games that copy popular titles without regard for ...read more

Online gaming isn't just a pastime; it's an integral part of the culture of many young people. However, with the increasing number of gamers, some negative phenomena are also emerging, including the sale of cheat tools like aimbots on ...read more

Developers often find themselves caught in a complex tension between creating new content (DLC) and maintaining existing games. Both approaches have their advantages, but there are compelling reasons why some DLC should be viewed as ...read more

Developers are constantly looking for innovative ways to engage their player base. One trend that has sparked heated debate among gamers, developers, and consumers is pay-to-win offers on app stores like the Apple App Store and Google Play ...read more

Developers face numerous challenges that can lead to frustration. One of these is managing game expansion, which often leads to a shrinking player base. This blog post explores why this is the case and how game developers can effectively ...read more

The era of costly and time-consuming manual environment creation is coming to an end. Data-driven procedural art generation is here, enabling the creation of complex, dynamic worlds with unprecedented speed and efficiency. This blog post ...read more

Artificial intelligence (AI) has become an integral part of game development. From developing realistic characters and environments to enhancing game mechanics, AI plays a crucial role in the gaming experience. This blog post explores the ...read more

One aspect that consistently captures players' attention is difficulty. From simple arcade games to complex MMORPGs, the way developers design challenge levels has evolved significantly over the decades. This blog post explores how ...read more

Success often depends on a variety of factors. The role of publishers plays a crucial role in the development of an indie studio. This blog post ...read more

Parents are increasingly concerned about the safety and protection of their children's personal data online. While parental controls can be helpful in controlling children's online usage, they often don't adequately protect their data from ...read more

We launch countless projects with grand visions and the hope of success and recognition. But often things don't go as planned. Projects stall, lose funding, or simply develop in a direction that no longer aligns with our original vision. ...read more

A recurring theme runs through the narratives of early pioneers and prophets: They often sound the alarm about future trends, only to be met with skepticism or outright disbelief. The field of artificial intelligence (AI) is no exception. ...read more

We put our heart and soul into crafting digital worlds. It's a journey filled with creativity, passion, and an unwavering commitment to creating engaging experiences. But like any creative endeavor, it can be fraught with challenges, ...read more

I've experienced countless moments that could be described as frustrating. However, one particular incident stands out in my mind not only for its immense frustration, but also because it highlighted some critical issues facing the gaming ...read more

Stylized shaders are more than just filters; they are powerful tools that allow artists to transform ordinary textures into visually stunning works of art. This blog post explores how stylized shaders can be considered filters, their role ...read more

Bugs are the enemy, and traditional testing methods are often reactive, inefficient skirmishes. But what if artificial intelligence, specifically reinforcement learning, could become our ultimate digital strategist, autonomously testing ...read more

Audio compression is a fundamental aspect that allows us to efficiently store and transfer high-quality audio files. From MP3 to AAC to Opus, different audio codecs serve different purposes and have their own strengths and weaknesses. This ...read more