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The Hidden Costs of Relying on AI for Development
2025-06-01 20:02:24 ♻︎ Updated
AI in game development promises to be a revolution, but every revolution has its hidden costs. Behind the headlines about efficiency and innovation lies a labyrinth of unforeseen challenges and financial burdens. This blog post delves ...read more
How to Balance AI NPCs for Fair but Challenging Gameplay
2025-05-27 22:19:00 ♻︎ Updated
The promise of intelligent NPCs often clashes with the fundamental need for fair and engaging gameplay. As AI in games becomes increasingly sophisticated, a critical challenge arises: How can we imbue NPCs with high intelligence without ...read more
How Some Players Are Fighting Back Against Data Collection
2025-08-06 21:34:07 🚀︎ New
The collection and analysis of user data has become an integral part of online services. While these practices are helpful for customizing the user experience, they also raise significant concerns about privacy and autonomy. Many players ...read more
Why We Went Radio Silent (And Regret It)
2025-05-31 01:53:29 ♻︎ Updated
We're often in the middle of a project, focused on delivering great features and ensuring user satisfaction. But sometimes things don't go as planned, and without proper communication with our community or customers, misunderstandings and ...read more
Is the Future of Gaming Really on Phones?
2025-06-04 20:28:33 🚀︎ New
Gaming has left behind traditional platforms like consoles and PCs and become a dominant force on mobile devices. This shift isn't just a trend; it's an integral part of modern culture, where smartphones have become the preferred device ...read more
Are foldable phones the future of mobile gaming immersion?
2025-05-25 01:16:28 ♻︎ Updated
Mobile technology has made significant advances in recent years, and one trend that's garnering particular interest is the emergence of foldable smartphones. These devices offer a unique form factor that could redefine our understanding of ...read more
The Fine Line Between Unique and Unmarketable
2025-05-21 17:39:09 ♻︎ Updated
We often hear about games that are praised for their uniqueness but barely find an audience. As a developer, it can be both exciting and frustrating to walk that fine line between creating a truly unique product and potentially alienating ...read more
Are indie developers forced into hyper-casual to survive?
2025-05-28 15:29:30 ♻︎ Updated
One genre seems to have emerged as a lifeline for indie developers seeking quick success and sustainable revenue streams: hyper-casual games. This blog post explores whether indie developers are forced to play hyper-casual to survive. It ...read more
Using AI to Detect Cheating Ethically
2026-01-12 07:17:36 🚀︎ New
Fair play isn't just a virtue; it's a battlefield. With AI playing a central role in the fight against cheating, a new ethical dilemma arises: How do we use this powerful tool without violating player rights or fostering a surveillance ...read more
How Geolocation Data in Games Could Be Abused
2025-05-15 17:24:29 ♻︎ Updated
Gaming isn't just entertainment; it's become an integral part of our lives. Thanks to technological advances, games now offer features that leverage geolocation data to enhance gameplay and provide personalized experiences. However, this ...read more
How ‘Free’ Games Sell Your Data to Third Parties
2025-06-30 10:06:58 🚀︎ New
Gaming has become a widespread pastime enjoyed by millions of people around the world. Many games are offered for free thanks to in-app purchases or advertising that fund their development. However, many users may not be aware of the ...read more
Why Some Bugs Only Happen in Production
2025-08-04 12:22:02 🚀︎ New
Bugs are an unfortunate but inevitable part of the process. Developers spend countless hours testing and debugging their code to ensure it runs smoothly in different environments. Despite all precautions, some bugs don't appear until the ...read more
The Impact of Influencer Endorsements on Consumer Skepticism
2025-06-01 00:52:33 ♻︎ Updated
Influencers significantly shape consumer behavior. Their product or service recommendations can significantly influence what consumers buy, think, and feel. However, this power also brings with it a growing problem: the impact of ...read more
We Had a Vision. We Had No Money.
2025-05-23 17:20:23 ♻︎ Updated
Dreams often collide with reality, presenting developers with unique challenges that test their resilience and creativity. This story follows a small team that embarked on a journey to create a groundbreaking game but faced significant ...read more
How to Integrate AI Debugging Into CI/CD Pipelines Effectively
2025-05-30 16:02:26 ♻︎ Updated
Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) is at the heart of modern game development. But what if AI debugging could become its intelligent pacemaker, ensuring flawless performance and unwavering stability in every iteration? ...read more
Targeted Ads Through In-Game Behavior Analysis
2025-10-23 04:33:06 🚀︎ New
Companies leverage vast amounts of user data to tailor advertising and experiences to each individual consumer. This practice is particularly ...read more
The Future of Speedrunning in an AI-Dominated Era
2025-06-24 04:32:29 🚀︎ New
Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly transforming industries, including the gaming industry. It's important to consider how this shift is impacting one of the most competitive and dynamic segments in the video game space: speedrunning. ...read more
Can a Game Be Too Hard? The Philosophy of Difficulty
2025-06-09 03:56:55 🚀︎ New
A critical aspect developers often struggle with is striking the perfect balance between challenge and accessibility. This balancing act has led to ...read more
AI-Assisted Lighting Design
2025-06-04 20:04:20 🚀︎ New
Lighting design is the soul of immersive experiences, yet it remains a time-consuming art. But what if artificial intelligence could revolutionize this process, guiding developers to optimal results with unprecedented speed and precision? ...read more
The Future of "Free": More Data, Less Privacy, and Perpetual Harvesting
2025-02-22 09:05:19 🚀︎ New
One of the most significant changes is the shift from paid software to free apps with in-app purchases or advertising. This model has been a staple ...read more