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When Offline Isn’t an Option, What Happens to Autonomy?
2025-05-12 21:12:09 🚀︎ New
For many people, being constantly online is not just a preference, but a necessity. This article explores how digital surveillance and privacy ...read more
Are mobile tycoon/simulation games just waiting simulators?
2025-06-01 22:21:18 🚀︎ New
A significant segment is dominated by tycoon and simulation games. In these games, players often assume the role of a businessman or city planner, managing resources, expanding businesses, and developing growth strategies in virtual ...read more
Can AI Be Too Chatty? Managing AI Interaction Overload
2026-01-12 22:22:46 🚀︎ New
They threaten to unleash a relentless flood of "talkative AI" that overwhelms players and destroys immersion. This isn't just annoying, but a fundamental design crisis that jeopardizes the very gaming experience we're trying to improve. ...read more
Has streaming killed the -water cooler- moment?
2025-05-26 07:59:08 ♻︎ Updated
Media consumption habits are evolving rapidly. One of the most significant changes concerns the way we interact and share experiences in traditional "water cooler moments." These moments traditionally refer to short conversations that take ...read more
The Role of Early Access in Indie Development
2025-05-23 21:19:41 ♻︎ Updated
The landscape is constantly evolving. One of the most significant trends in recent years has been the use of Early Access as a development strategy. This blog post explores the role of Early Access in indie development and discusses its ...read more
How Gamification Is Reshaping Employee Productivity
2025-12-12 23:12:21 🚀︎ New
As technology continues to evolve and expectations continue to rise, companies are constantly looking for new ways to increase productivity. One approach that has gained significant traction in recent years is gamification. This blog post ...read more
The Best Laptops for Developers (No Macs Allowed)
2025-05-29 04:39:43 ♻︎ Updated
Our laptops are more than just tools; they're indispensable companions for programming. Whether you're a web developer, mobile app developer, or someone working on complex data science projects, the right laptop can make all the ...read more
Esports and the Role of Team Dynamics
2025-05-16 06:44:17 ♻︎ Updated
E-sports, short for electronic sports, has rapidly grown into a multi-billion dollar industry over the past decade. It encompasses not only professional gaming competitions but also various aspects such as team dynamics, strategy, ...read more
Will we be paying subscriptions just to access our memories?
2025-05-18 00:22:09 ♻︎ Updated
The concept of streaming our personal memories is gaining increasing traction. As technology advances, so does our expectation for seamless access and preservation of our digital lives. This blog post explores the potential future of ...read more
Always-Online: The Ultimate Data Sink for Publishers
2025-11-10 07:39:54 🚀︎ New
This practice forces players to remain constantly connected to the internet to ensure their game is always synchronized with the server. While this ...read more
How Social Media Algorithms Dictate Pop Culture
2025-08-02 17:40:25 🚀︎ New
Social media plays a central role in how we consume and share information. In addition to their numerous functions, these platforms significantly shape popular culture by using sophisticated algorithms to determine what content is ...read more
The Server Melted, and So Did Our Souls
2025-05-20 07:27:59 ♻︎ Updated
Hello developers! Today I want to tell you about our small team's adventures in game development. It was supposed to be a perfectly normal Wednesday, but then things took an unexpected turn and we questioned everything from programming ...read more
Tracking You One Level at a Time
2026-01-08 05:41:29 🚀︎ New
From smartphones to smart homes, these devices collect vast amounts of data about us-from the apps we use to the places we visit. This data ...read more
Why the Metaverse Still Feels Like a Lonely Mall
2025-12-13 23:43:36 🚀︎ New
The term "metaverse" is gaining popularity and is often associated with futuristic concepts of virtual reality and immersive experiences. Despite its potential to revolutionize our online interactions, the metaverse-at least in its early ...read more
The Rise of Subscription Creep in Gaming
2025-08-27 18:18:29 🚀︎ New
The gaming industry is experiencing a growing trend known as "subscription creep": players inadvertently subscribing to expensive subscription services without realizing it. This phenomenon is particularly concerning with ...read more
Ethical Advertising: When Data Targeting Becomes Exploitation
2025-12-16 01:55:09 🚀︎ New
Thanks to data targeting and personalization algorithms, companies can now create ads that are highly relevant to individual users based on their ...read more
Day-One DLC Regret
2025-05-28 12:39:30 ♻︎ Updated
Developers put their heart and soul into crafting immersive experiences. But even the most well-intentioned projects can encounter unforeseen hurdles that frustrate or disappoint players. This blog post explores one such scenario: day-one ...read more
Do gacha mechanics ruin game balance?
2025-05-21 13:20:58 ♻︎ Updated
Gacha mechanics are becoming increasingly popular, particularly in role-playing games and similar genres. These mechanics often require players to spend virtual currency to obtain rare in-game items or characters. While these mechanics can ...read more
Analyzing the Lifecycle of Esports Titles
2025-06-01 16:02:18 ♻︎ Updated
Esports, or electronic sports, is enjoying increasing popularity in competitive gaming. Understanding the lifecycle of esports titles is crucial for players and developers to effectively manage their success and adapt to changing market ...read more
GameMaker: Powerful Simplicity or Professional Limitation?
2025-07-21 17:47:52 🚀︎ New
Choosing the right tool can be crucial. GameMaker Studio is a platform that's gaining attention for its unique combination of powerful simplicity and potential limitations. In this blog post, we'll explore the specifics of GameMaker and ...read more