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LAN Parties: A Nostalgic Look Back
2025-04-21 19:43:24 🚀︎ New
There was a unique phenomenon that brought enthusiasts from all over the world together: LAN parties. These gatherings allowed gamers to connect ...read more
The Economics of Gaming Gear: Why Prices Are Skyrocketing
2025-05-30 02:39:12 ♻︎ Updated
One area that has experienced significant change is the gaming equipment market. From consoles to peripherals, keyboards and mice to headsets, the prices of these essential components are rising seemingly inexorably. This blog post ...read more
Why We Love to Collect in Games
2025-10-09 02:20:50 🚀︎ New
Video games are more than just a form of leisure activity; they have evolved into immersive experiences that engage players emotionally and ...read more
Visual Studio: Still the Best IDE for Windows Devs
2025-07-12 10:06:33 🚀︎ New
We're constantly searching for the best tools to increase our productivity and efficiency. Among the many integrated development environments (IDEs) available today, Microsoft Visual Studio stands out as a powerful tool that continues to ...read more
The Difference Between Listening and Pandering
2025-05-31 00:39:22 ♻︎ Updated
As in many other areas, effective communication is key to success. However, misunderstandings or communication problems often lead to frustration. This blog post explores the difference between genuine listening and giving in in the ...read more
How Rewards Incentivize Data Sharing
2025-02-24 13:46:04 🚀︎ New
Given these challenges, gamification offers a novel approach to positively incentivize users to voluntarily share their data. This blog post explores ...read more
The Longest Beta Never Shipped
2025-05-18 10:47:38 ♻︎ Updated
Many projects are born from passionate developers with big dreams. Unfortunately, not all stories end with triumphant releases. This blog post explores one such story—a game project that was in development for years but never saw the ...read more
Half-Life: Alyx is VR's Killer App
2025-06-20 21:54:22 🚀︎ New
Virtual reality (VR) has become a groundbreaking technology in the gaming world. Initially considered a niche market, VR is steadily growing in popularity thanks to advances in hardware and software development. One game that has ...read more
Minimizing Asset Sizes for Web Performance
2025-05-26 06:37:48 🚀︎ New
Website loading times are more important than ever. Slow websites can lead to higher bounce rates and lost revenue. One of the most effective ways to improve web performance is to minimize the size of assets such as images, scripts, and ...read more
Are -audio descriptions- an afterthought rather than a priority?
2025-05-27 10:20:46 ♻︎ Updated
Content creators often place great emphasis on visual elements to engage their audiences. However, many overlook the crucial role of audio description in making their productions accessible to people with visual impairments or those who ...read more
How Speedrunning Keeps Retro Games Alive
2025-05-29 19:05:33 ♻︎ Updated
There's a vibrant community known as speedrunners. This unique group of gamers specializes in completing games at lightning speed, often under strict time constraints and with a focus on efficiency and skill. While many consider ...read more
Why Some DLC Should-ve Been Updates
2025-06-02 00:14:49 ♻︎ Updated
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
Why Solarpunk Is the Future of Tech Aesthetics
2025-05-27 22:41:50 ♻︎ Updated
A new aesthetic movement is gaining momentum: solarpunk. This eclectic blend of science fiction, cyberpunk, and science fiction, with elements of utopian thinking and a post-scarcity society, challenges our conventional views of ...read more
Why do platforms allow bootleg content to stay up for months?
2025-05-16 05:55:24 ♻︎ Updated
Streaming platforms are under constant pressure to ensure their libraries contain only legitimate and legally acquired content. However, a curious phenomenon often occurs: pirated content remains available months or even years after its ...read more
Web apps can't access Bluetooth or camera fully - why?
2025-03-27 22:36:04 🚀︎ New
In the realm of smartphone technology, there are several layers of security and functionality that ensure a balance between user privacy and application performance. This article will delve into why web applications might not be able to ...read more
Git's SHA-1 Dependency is a Ticking Time Bomb
2025-09-04 08:56:09 🚀︎ New
Version control systems like Git play a central role in managing code changes. One of the fundamental components of a repository is its unique identifier, the SHA-1 hash. This blog post addresses the potential risks of SHA-1 hashes and ...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
The Hollow Knight Paradox: How a $15 Game Out-Metroidvanias Nintendo
2025-08-03 14:56:46 🚀︎ New
There are often heated discussions about the quality and value of indie versus AAA titles. While AAA games are typically developed by large studios ...read more
The Ethics of Microtransactions in Full-Priced Games
2025-10-11 07:06:15 🚀︎ New
Developers are constantly looking for ways to monetize their products. One popular method that has become increasingly popular over the years is microtransactions. They allow players to purchase small pieces of content or expansions within ...read more
What If Minecraft Had Been Owned by a Big Publisher?
2025-06-04 23:52:44 🚀︎ New
It was released as an indie game under the direction and vision of Markus "Notch" Persson. The game's unique voxel art style, open-world exploration, ...read more