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Automated Unit Test Generation via AI Debugging
2025-06-21 09:59:31 🚀︎ New
Automated unit tests form the foundation for robust game development. However, manually creating tests for every edge case is tedious and time-consuming. But what if artificial intelligence could go beyond mere automation and intelligently ...read more
Why Japan’s Gaming Industry Fell Behind (And How It’s Bouncing Back)
2025-11-06 14:07:27 🚀︎ New
Japan has always been a center of the gaming scene, giving the world some of its most popular franchises, such as Final Fantasy, Dragon Quest, and ...read more
Gamers Wanted Content, Not Gimmicks
2025-05-19 05:23:18 ♻︎ Updated
Developers often face numerous challenges that can lead to significant frustration. These problems are often rooted in a variety of factors, including technical hurdles, market competition, and, most importantly, player expectations. In ...read more
Fan Wikis: Crowdsourced Archives or Unauthorized Databases?
2025-05-25 11:33:11 ♻︎ Updated
Fan wikis have become a peculiar but fascinating phenomenon. They are websites created by fans for fans, primarily dedicated to video games, but also covering films, books, and other media. They serve a variety of purposes: from providing ...read more
The Rise of Digital Nomads in Persistent Virtual Worlds
2025-10-08 05:58:36 🚀︎ New
A new generation of professionals is emerging-the digital nomad. These people are no longer tied to traditional office environments but use technology to work from anywhere in the world. A significant shift occurred with the emergence of ...read more
The Problem with Loudness Normalization in Streaming
2025-09-25 21:18:41 🚀︎ New
One critical aspect that often goes unnoticed is loudness normalization. This method, which aims to equalize the perceived loudness of different tracks and playlists, is common practice among modern music streaming services. However, it's ...read more
The Role of Leadership in Preventing Feature Bloat
2025-05-14 04:32:48 ♻︎ Updated
A common challenge for many teams is the problem of feature bloat. This term refers to the overloading of a product with unnecessary features, which can lead to increased complexity, slowed performance, and general developer frustration. ...read more
Battery life gains minimal despite bigger cells: Why?
2025-04-11 22:43:59 🚀︎ New
In recent years, smartphone manufacturers have been increasing the size of their batteries to ensure longer battery life. However, a surprising revelation suggests that these efforts may not always translate into substantial gains in ...read more
Foley Artists Are Being Replaced by Lazy Sampling
2025-12-27 19:50:51 🚀︎ New
One might think that traditional methods are being replaced by technology. This trend is particularly evident in the field of foley-the creation of authentic and relevant sounds using everyday objects or recorded sound-and there is a ...read more
The Rise of "Private" Social Media (Small Groups, Close Friends)
2025-12-19 02:21:23 🚀︎ New
Social media has become an integral part of our everyday lives. Originally conceived as platforms for public exchange and networking, it has evolved into a complex ecosystem where users can curate their online personas in a variety of ...read more
The Illusion of Choice: Why ‘Accept All’ Is the Only Option
2025-09-21 11:07:24 🚀︎ New
With every click and swipe, users often unknowingly disclose their personal data to a variety of applications and services. This blog post examines ...read more
The Dark Side of Grinding: How Repetition Harms Mental Health
2025-09-16 08:40:52 🚀︎ New
There's a wide spectrum of experiences, ranging from relaxing and enjoyable to challenging and exhausting. One aspect that's increasingly being scrutinized is so-called "grinding." This term refers to the repetitive gameplay required in ...read more
Are -360 deals- just another way to trap artists in exploitative contracts?
2025-05-19 03:53:47 ♻︎ Updated
The music industry has seen a significant shift in the way artists are managed and compensated. One such mechanism is the infamous "360 deal," which encompasses all aspects of an artist's career-from recording to touring to merchandising ...read more
The Rise of Generative Design: From Photoshop to Promptshop
2025-08-22 08:45:20 🚀︎ New
A growing trend is revolutionizing the way we create visual content-generative design. Gone are the days when Adobe Photoshop reigned supreme; today, tools like Stable Diffusion and Midjourney are taking the lead, ushering in a new era ...read more
Top Free Synth Plugins for Creative Soundscapes
2025-05-26 03:53:35 ♻︎ Updated
Creating captivating soundscapes often requires more than just powerful hardware or expensive software. For those on a budget, free synth plugins can be a fantastic resource for exploring and enhancing your own musical compositions. This ...read more
Why are so few mobile games moddable?
2025-12-02 14:07:16 🚀︎ New
Customization and modification have become standard for many gamers. PC and console games often feature extensive modding communities that enhance gameplay through new content, mods, and improvements. However, this level of player ...read more
Burn Bright, Crash Hard
2025-06-03 03:07:06 ♻︎ Updated
Where creativity meets technology, developers weave complex stories and craft breathtaking worlds. But behind every pixelated masterpiece lies a whirlwind of challenges, setbacks, and the human drama that drives these projects. This blog ...read more
The Deep Dive: How Ad Networks Profile Your Every Digital Move
2025-05-12 13:35:28 🚀︎ New
This complex web of information is carefully collected by advertising networks and then used to deliver targeted advertising. While targeted ...read more
Cliff Bleszinski: The Rise, Fall, and Return of a Game Design Rockstar
2025-08-31 01:35:13 🚀︎ New
Few figures have left such a lasting mark on the industry as Cliff "CliffyB" Bleszinski. From his meteoric rise in the gaming community to his ...read more
What do I do if iCloud Drive is full?
2025-12-26 21:45:10 🚀︎ New
Using an iPhone, you rely heavily on iCloud for storage and organization of your photos, videos, notes, documents, and more. However, like any cloud service, iCloud has a limit to its storage capacity-and when that limit is reached, it can ...read more