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Why Players Grief - and Why Systems Allow It
2026-01-29 06:37:10 🚀︎ New
Players frequently find themselves in situations where griefing occurs. This phenomenon is a topic of discussion among players, analysts, and ...read more
Localization Challenges: Indie Games Going Global
2025-05-29 14:47:52 ♻︎ Updated
Distributing your games around the world can be exciting and challenging at the same time. One of the biggest challenges is localization. This involves adapting a game's content—including text, audio, and visual elements—to different ...read more
Travel Challenges for Global Citizens
2025-08-06 06:17:01 🚀︎ New
Gamification is a method that uses game design elements such as points, badges, and levels to engage users and motivate them to achieve goals. This technique has been successfully used in various fields, including healthcare, education, ...read more
Driving Innovation in App Development
2025-07-07 01:54:50 🚀︎ New
They must navigate the complex landscape of data collection and data protection. This blog post explores how ethical data collection practices can ...read more
The Advocacy Challenge: Pushing for Stronger, User-Centric Policies
2026-02-13 15:17:17 🚀︎ New
This blog post explores the challenges of advocating for stronger, user-centric policies in a digital landscape rife with platform policies and ...read more
The Challenges of Porting Retro Games to Modern Platforms
2025-05-22 08:51:38 ♻︎ Updated
The gaming industry is constantly evolving, and one fascinating aspect of this evolution is the porting of retro games to modern platforms. These classics not only evoke nostalgia but also offer developers the opportunity to innovate and ...read more
Still no automatic app layout backup on iPhone home screen - why?
2025-03-24 02:20:53 🚀︎ New
In today's digital age, smartphones have become an indispensable part of our daily lives. Among various smartphone brands and models, Apple's iPhone stands out for its seamless user experience and robust ecosystem. However, one feature ...read more
The Debate Over AI-Generated Copyrights
2025-05-14 15:44:43 ♻︎ Updated
A legal and ethical powder keg has been ignited: Who actually owns the copyrights to AI-generated art? This blog post dives headfirst into the controversial debate about property rights in the age of intelligent machines and highlights the ...read more
Gaming Memes as a Form of Social Commentary
2025-05-31 22:37:11 ♻︎ Updated
Memes have established themselves not only as a form of entertainment but also as a powerful medium for social commentary. These short, often humorous videos, images, or phrases have become an integral part of how gamers and non-gamers ...read more
Celebrating Local Discoveries
2025-07-13 23:53:10 🚀︎ New
From smartphones to smart homes, the amount of data we generate is enormous. However, this data often contains location information, which can be ...read more
Why Stack Traces Are Vital for Bug Fixing
2025-12-18 20:55:35 🚀︎ New
Debugging and fixing bugs is an essential part of this process, and stack traces are one of the most powerful tools. Understanding why stack traces are so important for debugging can significantly improve your troubleshooting skills. This ...read more
The Indie Developer’s Dilemma: Sell Out or Stay Small?
2025-12-16 13:34:00 🚀︎ New
Developers often face a difficult dilemma: Should they betray their indie roots for potential growth within the AAA industry ("AAA" stands for ...read more
Can AI Help Improve Your Own Prompting Skills?
2025-11-21 22:17:19 🚀︎ New
What if simply integrating AI into your game development workflow could, paradoxically, make you a better prompt engineer? It's not just about AI assistance; AI transforms your own creative process. This blog post not only highlights the ...read more
No customizable power menu: Why?
2025-05-04 22:17:12 🚀︎ New
In today's world, smartphones are more than just communication devices; they have become an extension of our personal and professional lives. Users expect a high degree of customization from their devices to suit their unique needs and ...read more
How Some Indie Developers Are Fighting Back
2025-06-05 19:31:37 🚀︎ New
We often entrust apps and games with our personal data without considering how it might be used or shared. For indie developers, navigating these ...read more
The Worst Examples of Cash-Grab DLC
2025-05-11 23:10:34 ♻︎ Updated
With immersive games, it's disheartening when fans are disappointed by add-on content that feels more like a cash grab than a genuine improvement. This blog post examines some of the worst examples of money-grubbing DLC in gaming and ...read more
Can ML-Powered Games Create Meaningful Player Communities?
2025-06-03 03:13:00 ♻︎ Updated
Beyond the individual gaming experience, machine learning will reshape the social fabric of our gaming worlds. What if AI could foster stronger communities, proactively connect players, and even curb toxic behavior, creating more cohesive ...read more
Amy Hennig: A Master of Narrative Design
2025-02-07 05:09:01 🚀︎ New
Few people have left such an indelible mark as game director and narrative designer Amy Hennig. In her more than two-decade-long career, Hennig has ...read more
The Death of the Lives System: Why Game Overs Are Rare Now
2025-06-10 02:38:31 🚀︎ New
One crucial element that has evolved over the years is the concept of "lives" or "continues." This mechanic, once a staple of many arcade and early ...read more
Game Over for Privacy: Surveillance Wins
2025-03-27 16:42:52 🚀︎ New
As technology rapidly evolves, our personal data is being collected in ways we may not even be aware of. This blog post explores how gamification has ...read more