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The Psychology Behind Why Players Justify Cheating
2025-07-22 12:00:49 🚀︎ New
One topic that often sparks heated discussion and debate is player behavior, especially when it comes to cheating. Whether through hacks, bots, or exploits, players sometimes justify these actions by arguing that "everyone does it" or that ...read more

Should governments tax excessive microtransaction revenue?
2025-05-22 10:30:34 ♻︎ Updated
Microtransactions have become an integral part of many games. These transactions allow players to purchase virtual goods or currencies within a game using real money. While they offer convenience and additional gameplay enhancements, there ...read more

No personalized CarPlay profiles per driver - why?
2025-01-24 18:34:00 🚀︎ New
In today's world, where technology seamlessly integrates into our daily lives, smartphones have become an extension of ourselves. Among the myriad features offered by smartphones, Apple's CarPlay has revolutionized how we interact with our ...read more

Are -time-limited events- just psychological traps?
2025-08-06 00:19:09 🚀︎ New
Developers are constantly looking for new ways to engage players and pique their interest. One particularly effective method is the introduction of limited-time events (TLEs). These often promise unique rewards, challenges, or experiences ...read more

How Haptic Feedback Is Changing Gaming
2025-05-19 20:12:55 ♻︎ Updated
Developers are constantly pushing the boundaries to provide players with more immersive experiences. One technology that is increasing traction and set to revolutionize game interaction is haptic feedback. This blog post explores how ...read more

How Battle Passes Exploit Fear of Missing Out (FOMO)
2025-06-06 21:11:41 🚀︎ New
Microtransactions have become an integral part of monetization, and battle passes are among the most effective tools for retaining players and generating revenue. However, this type of player retention often exploits psychological triggers ...read more

Best Tools for UV Unwrapping
2025-05-18 16:17:39 ♻︎ Updated
Efficient workflows are crucial. A crucial step in this process is UV unwrapping - the technique used to map the texture of a 3D model onto a 2D surface without distortion. This blog post introduces some of the best tools currently ...read more

Why do mergers always lead to higher prices and worse service?
2025-05-13 20:32:34 ♻︎ Updated
Mergers are an increasingly popular strategy for growth-oriented companies. However, they often lead to price increases and poorer customer service. This blog post explores why these consequences are often unavoidable in mergers.read more

The Ethics of Using AI to Clone Deceased Voice Actors
2025-08-31 06:07:51 🚀︎ New
Artificial intelligence (AI) has made significant advances. One particularly interesting application of AI is the potential to recreate, or "clone," deceased voice actors for new projects. This blog post explores the risks, threats, and ...read more

How GDPR Could Change Game Design Forever
2025-09-08 17:13:17 🚀︎ New
The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) is a comprehensive data protection law that came into force in May 2018. It aims to harmonize data protection laws across the European Union (EU). It is intended to ensure that all EU citizens ...read more

Why Some Gamers Are Masking Their GPS with Spoofing
2025-05-05 10:19:22 🚀︎ New
However, some gamers are taking an unconventional approach to protecting their privacy and evading potential surveillance while playing: They are ...read more

Why Some Developers Are Rejecting Metaverse Surveillance
2025-07-31 07:35:08 🚀︎ New
Metaverses and virtual reality (VR) are not only growing in popularity-they're also rapidly changing how we perceive and interact with technology. ...read more

Are App Store fees forcing devs into unethical monetization?
2025-05-28 23:08:34 ♻︎ Updated
Developers constantly face various challenges when building successful apps. One of these is managing app store fees, which can significantly impact their revenue models. This blog post explores whether these fees are incentivizing ...read more

Why -Scope Lock- Should Be Every Dev-s Mantra
2025-05-13 17:26:04 ♻︎ Updated
Frustration is often an inevitable companion. Developers spend countless hours debugging code, optimizing performance, and managing complex systems. Among the many challenges they face, scope management is a particular concern for many. In ...read more

Why do top-grossing mobile games earn billions despite being -free-?
2025-05-18 02:05:07 ♻︎ Updated
A significant portion of revenue comes from in-app purchases and advertising. While many free-to-play (F2P) games are available on mobile platforms, only a few manage to rake in billions annually. What sets these top-grossing mobile games ...read more

How Games Use Psychological Tricks to Replace Real-Life Satisfaction
2025-05-19 15:03:57 ♻︎ Updated
Video games are an integral part of modern culture, offering players countless opportunities to escape from everyday life. However, studies show that while gaming can provide temporary entertainment, it can also inadvertently influence ...read more

AI Implementation: Unity ML-Agents vs Unreal Behavior Trees
2025-08-04 19:34:01 🚀︎ New
Artificial intelligence (AI) plays a crucial role in creating immersive experiences. Two popular tools for implementing AI in games are Unity ML Agents and Unreal Engine's Behavior Trees. This blog post explores the specifics of each tool ...read more

The Satisfying Feedback of Good Combat Systems
2025-05-18 17:11:21 ♻︎ Updated
One aspect that keeps players engaged is a well-developed combat system. This blog post explores why good combat systems generate so much satisfaction in both casual and hardcore gamers. By examining the different elements that contribute ...read more

Why Some Devs Abandon Games But Keep Servers Running
2025-09-25 15:33:02 🚀︎ New
It's common for developers to abandon projects while continuing to support existing games. This blog post explores why some developers abandon a project but continue to maintain the servers. It discusses important factors such as financial ...read more

Why Some Apps Still Use Skeuomorphism
2025-05-26 21:12:29 ♻︎ Updated
Skeuomorphism is a controversial topic among both designers and users. This blog post explores why some applications continue to use skeuomorphism as a design element despite its potential drawbacks. We explain the reasons for its ...read more