Info- 70707: data privacy, surveillance, game development

Few developers stand out more than Masahiro Sakurai. Known for his intricate work in game design, particularly at Nintendo, Sakurai has a knack for ...read more

However, this data collection often has an unspoken side effect: It potentially contributes to the underground economy, which includes transactions ...read more

Online multiplayer gaming has become an integral part of modern culture. From casual gamers to hardcore enthusiasts, millions of people around the world experience virtual worlds and compete with others across vast distances. While some ...read more

Two important but often misunderstood aspects are early access and game preservation. These practices reflect a shift in how games are developed and valued. We examine these topics in detail to understand their impact on developers and ...read more

In today's interconnected world, instant communication is expected in every aspect of life, including smartphones. Among various technological advancements, Apple's Siri has been a significant feature in iPhones that offers voice ...read more

Many speculative scenarios emerge from the remains of failed projects. One such project is the Ouya console, which launched with great promise in ...read more

Virtual reality (VR) and metaverses are becoming increasingly popular platforms for meetings, collaboration, and even everyday interactions. However, ...read more

Customer support has undergone a profound transformation. Gone are the days when companies relied exclusively on traditional methods like phone calls and brick-and-mortar stores to engage with customers. Thanks to digital tools and ...read more

Where creativity meets technology, a common challenge arises: feature bloat. This phenomenon occurs when publishers or stakeholders demand the expansion of a game with unnecessary features, often at the expense of quality, gameplay, and ...read more

These platforms collect vast amounts of data about their users through default settings, which can often lead to data breaches. This blog post ...read more

Imagine game worlds that aren't just static backdrops, but living, breathing environments where non-playable characters react organically to every change. This blog post explores the groundbreaking methods used to program NPCs to respond ...read more

A profound ethical question arises: Do we celebrate diversity or simply create digital facsimiles without true understanding? This blog post explores the complexities and potential pitfalls of using AI for cultural replication and urges ...read more

Tutorials often stand out. They're meant to guide players through complex systems or mechanics, but they can all too often disrupt immersion and ...read more

Streaming platforms have become an important part of game discovery for both players and developers. This blog post explores how streaming is influencing game discovery and its impact on player engagement, community building, and developer ...read more

Developers are constantly looking for innovative ways to engage players while maximizing revenue. One particularly sophisticated tactic is embedding ads within the game itself—so-called "native ads." This blog post explores how games ...read more

As reality increasingly merges with virtual worlds through technologies such as augmented reality (AR), virtual reality (VR), and blockchain, the question arises: What will be the currency of the future metaverse? This blog post addresses ...read more

The gaming industry has undergone a significant transformation due to the rise of unofficial content creation. This practice, known as modding, ...read more

Creativity is often overshadowed by an equally important aspect—management. Developers spend countless hours crafting complex worlds, crafting compelling stories, and optimizing game mechanics. But amidst all this genius, there's a ...read more

Developers use various psychological tactics to engage players and elicit valuable information. One of these is the exploitation of "false scarcity." ...read more

However, as users spend more time in virtual environments, concerns about privacy and data tracking are also increasing. If you want to play your ...read more