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Esports and Legal Considerations
2025-05-30 13:32:49 ♻︎ Updated
E-sports, short for electronic sports, refers to organized gaming competitions that primarily take place online. These competitions feature professional gamers from around the world competing in a variety of games, from traditional PC ...read more
Mechanical vs. Membrane Keyboards for Coding
2025-10-09 23:15:17 🚀︎ New
When choosing the right keyboard for programming, many developers and programmers face the dilemma of choosing between mechanical and membrane keyboards. Both types have their advantages and disadvantages. Understanding these differences ...read more
How Gaming References Appear in Pop Culture
2025-05-31 14:55:26 ♻︎ Updated
Gaming references have carved out a unique niche for themselves. From subtle Easter eggs to obvious cultural references, these connections between video games and mainstream media form a fascinating bridge for fans of both. This blog post ...read more
How Always-Online Requirements Kill Game Preservation
2025-03-10 13:09:03 🚀︎ New
However, with technological advances and the emergence of new gaming platforms, certain practices by developers and publishers may inadvertently ...read more
The Marketplace That Ghosted Us
2025-05-16 00:46:46 ♻︎ Updated
Developers often have to navigate various marketplaces to distribute their games. It's an exciting yet challenging journey, one whose success is measured by downloads, user reviews, and ultimately, player retention. For many indie ...read more
The Role of Regulation in Ethical AI Game Development
2025-05-28 17:43:19 ♻︎ Updated
The unchecked advance of artificial intelligence in gaming promises boundless innovation, but also brings with it the ominous specter of unchecked power—threatening player privacy, perpetuating insidious biases, and undermining fair ...read more
The Hidden Costs of Supporting an Early Access Game
2025-05-12 21:53:22 🚀︎ New
Early Access has become essential for developers looking to incrementally improve their games. This method allows players to engage with a game in its early stages and gain valuable feedback that can shape the final product. However, ...read more
The Game Changer in AI-Driven Consumer Recommendations
2025-05-31 14:52:07 ♻︎ Updated
Consumer behavior is constantly evolving and influenced by various technological advances. Artificial intelligence (AI) has emerged as a key enabler in consumer recommendations. This blog post explores how AI is revolutionizing the way ...read more
Early Access: More Common in Indie or AAA?
2025-04-07 00:20:58 🚀︎ New
Two distinct categories often compete for our attention: indie games and triple-A titles. While both genres offer unique experiences, their release ...read more
Why You Should Care About Branch Prediction
2025-05-10 15:02:12 ♻︎ Updated
Performance optimization is everything. Every line of code counts, and every millisecond saved can mean the difference between a successful application and one that can't keep up with user demands. A critical aspect of performance ...read more
The Rise of AI-Generated Scriptwriting
2025-05-24 13:30:21 ♻︎ Updated
Artificial intelligence (AI) isn't just a tool; it's becoming an integral part of our creativity and innovation. One area where this integration is particularly exciting to observe is screenwriting. The rise of AI-based screenwriting opens ...read more
How Messaging Apps Have Revolutionized (and Complicated) Relationships
2025-07-18 08:54:36 🚀︎ New
Messaging apps have become an integral part of our daily communication. From enabling us to quickly connect to blurring the boundaries between our personal and professional lives, these platforms have significantly changed our ...read more
Are we all just renting our own culture back from corporations?
2025-05-15 15:05:07 ♻︎ Updated
The lines between ownership and access are becoming increasingly blurred. As consumers, artists, and cultural creators, we often interact with art and entertainment through platforms owned by large corporations. This raises an intriguing ...read more
The Psychology Behind ‘Limited-Time’ Offers in Games
2025-06-05 04:03:35 🚀︎ New
Games have become a staple for both casual and hardcore gamers. Game developers use various strategies to engage their audiences. Limited-time offers are particularly effective. These offers are designed to create a sense of urgency in ...read more
The Disturbing Rise of 'Play Near Real Landmarks' Data Mining
2025-02-26 10:56:42 🚀︎ New
From social media platforms to marketing firms, data collection seems to be everywhere. One particularly worrying trend is so-called "play near real ...read more
Can ethical monetization exist in hyper-casual games?
2025-05-13 00:12:43 ♻︎ Updated
Hyper-casual games have taken the mobile gaming world by storm. They offer simple gameplay mechanics and rapid engagement, appealing to a rapidly growing market segment. However, given the increasing popularity of these games, it's ...read more
Why ‘Hot Takes’ Are More Important Than Facts
2025-09-03 11:06:03 🚀︎ New
Social media platforms have become a central place for exchanging opinions and conversations. The increasing prevalence of these platforms has not only changed the way we communicate but also influenced the way people express their views ...read more
Are Shipping Wars Ruining Gaming Fandoms?
2025-10-23 01:59:37 🚀︎ New
The phenomenon of "shipping wars" in gaming fandoms has become a hotly debated topic among gamers and cultural critics. At its core, shipping refers to the practice of fans pairing fictional characters from video games or anime, often ...read more
The Role of Piracy in Pushing Always-Online DRM
2025-06-02 22:35:25 ♻︎ Updated
Video game developers are constantly looking for new ways to protect their intellectual property and ensure stable revenue. One such method is the implementation of always-online DRM (Digital Rights Management), which requires a constant ...read more
Dark UX in Free-to-Play Game Consent Forms
2025-07-09 11:25:00 🚀︎ New
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