Info- 76431: transparency, player experience, AI, game design

Few studios have managed to balance creativity with business realities as successfully as Double Fine Productions. Founded in 1998 by industry ...read more

The dreaded "Null Reference Exception" – a cryptic error message that sends shivers down every game developer's spine, slows progress, and destroys player immersion. These ubiquitous bugs are the silent saboteurs of stability. But what ...read more

Video games are not only a form of entertainment, but also powerful tools that can collect large amounts of user data. One such piece of data that many gaming platforms collect is location information. This blog post explores why some ...read more

In the relentlessly interactive world of modern gaming, the user interface (UI) is of utmost importance. However, manual UI testing is a thing of the past. This blog post demonstrates how AI-based UI testing tools are not only increasing ...read more

The rapid development of streaming services has brought new dynamism to the entertainment industry, challenging traditional business models, and raising questions about regulation. As platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, and Disney+ ...read more

Debugging is an essential part of software development and helps developers quickly identify and fix errors. IntelliJ IDEA, a popular integrated development environment (IDE) for Java and other languages, offers robust debugging features ...read more

Developers often face numerous challenges that can lead to frustration. One of these is overengineering—a phenomenon in which too much attention is paid to technical aspects, to the detriment of gameplay and the player experience. This ...read more

One of the most exciting developments is the potential impact of mobile gaming on traditional gaming markets. Given technological advances and the diversification of consumer habits, it's important to examine how these two sectors ...read more

Especially in the gaming industry, developers invest countless hours developing complex games, only to have them crash during console release. This blog post explores the frustration that arises when a patch fails to stabilize a game after ...read more

Welcome back to our blog series where we analyze cult games, explore their depths, and debate whether they're truly as dark as they claim. Today ...read more

Digital gaming platforms are constantly evolving, offering immersive experiences that bring communities together. However, with this growth comes new challenges, including sophisticated phishing scams designed to compromise user accounts, ...read more

An often overlooked aspect is the importance of customizable controls. The default settings provided by game developers aren't always ideal for every player, whether due to personal preference or play style. This blog post explores why ...read more

Artificial intelligence is no longer just a tool in game development; it fundamentally shapes gameplay, storytelling, and the perception of a title. But given the growing ethical implications of AI, a crucial question arises: How is this ...read more

Developers continually strive to create engaging experiences that engage players while ensuring fair competition. One example of this is the implementation of pay-to-win mechanisms-features that give users an advantage by offering them the ...read more

Image quality and smoothness are crucial. One of the most important techniques for improving the visual clarity of computer-generated images is ...read more

Welcome to the world of version control! As developers, we often work with large files that aren't necessarily suitable for direct storage in our repositories. Images, videos, and other binary data can quickly grow a repository, making it ...read more

Scalability is often considered a guarantee of success. But not all games benefit from their size or complexity. In this blog post, we explore why some games may have had a greater impact by staying small and focusing on core mechanics. We ...read more

Effective communication and collaboration are crucial. One of the key moments in the design process is handing over designs to developers or stakeholders. This blog post introduces some of the best tools available to facilitate this ...read more

Players are demanding not only more immersive experiences but also greater transparency from developers. One particularly contentious issue making headlines is whether games must disclose drop rates for real-money winnings, as required by ...read more

Online gaming has become an integral part of modern entertainment. Whether you're competing against friends or strangers around the world, the thrill and challenge of virtual battles can be exhilarating. However, such activities often ...read more