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Why Reporting Scams Often Feels Pointless
2025-08-05 10:31:44 🚀︎ New
Online gaming isn't just a pastime; it's an important part of many people's lives. With this growth, so too is the number of potential threats, including phishing scams. These malicious activities can lead to significant financial losses ...read more

Why Cult Games Break Conventional Rules - and Win
2025-06-23 16:25:15 🚀︎ New
There are titles that captivate their audiences for years, influence cultural trends, and leave a lasting impression. These aren't just games; ...read more

Dark Patterns: A New Language of Digital Coercion
2025-06-05 12:22:37 🚀︎ New
While many platforms strive for user-friendly interfaces and clear communication, new design practices have emerged that manipulate users into giving ...read more

Should Debugging Tools Be Integrated With Testing Suites?
2025-05-12 17:10:10 ♻︎ Updated
Efficiency and effectiveness are paramount. One of the most important debates in this area is whether debugging tools should be integrated into test suites. This blog post explores the pros and cons of integrating debugging tools into your ...read more

The Best Games with Surprisingly Wholesome Communities
2025-07-28 20:51:59 🚀︎ New
Online gaming has become an integral part of the entertainment lives of many young people. While some games are associated with toxic communities and bullying, there are numerous titles with surprisingly healthy gaming communities where ...read more

Why AI Will Never Replace a Good DM
2025-09-10 14:30:36 🚀︎ New
The sacred bond between dungeon master and player in pen-and-paper role-playing games, a hotbed of human creativity and improvisation, now faces an existential question: Can artificial intelligence ever truly replicate the magic of a good ...read more

Pro models $200 more for minimal upgrades: Why?
2025-04-01 02:34:29 🚀︎ New
In the ever-evolving world of technology, one trend has become increasingly apparent: flagship smartphones from major brands often come with a price premium compared to their standard counterparts. A common observation is that pro models ...read more

From CRT to 4K: How Resolution Changed Gaming
2025-09-12 05:17:59 🚀︎ New
Technology has evolved dramatically over the years. The evolution from cathode-ray tubes (CRTs) to modern high-resolution displays like 4K screens ...read more

Are -interactive movies- the next big scam?
2025-06-03 07:51:04 ♻︎ Updated
Interactive media, from video games to live theater performances, are becoming increasingly popular. One format that has garnered significant attention is interactive film. This blog post examines whether interactive films can be ...read more

When Machine Learning Creates Unpredictable and Frustrating Player Experiences
2025-07-24 12:32:37 🚀︎ New
Machine learning promises a new world of personalized, infinitely engaging gameplay. But what if, in our haste to embrace this future, we inadvertently unleash algorithms that create not joy, but frustration, injustice, and even suffering? ...read more

The Future of Real-Time Texture Streaming
2025-09-04 15:01:05 🚀︎ New
Texture streaming is a crucial aspect that determines how smoothly games can render high-quality graphics. As technology advances, our methods for efficiently processing data in these complex environments must also evolve. This blog post ...read more

That Time the Update Deleted Save Files
2025-07-25 01:24:50 🚀︎ New
We often find ourselves torn between the excitement of new features and the frustration of potentially losing progress. This was the case recently when an update to one of our favorite games unexpectedly deleted save files, leaving many ...read more

The Rise of NFT Rewards in Real-World Activities
2025-08-28 10:38:49 🚀︎ New
The concept of gamification has proven to be an effective tool for motivating users, enhancing the user experience, and encouraging participation. One particularly interesting application of this principle is the integration of ...read more

PR Mode: Activated
2025-05-29 10:40:16 ♻︎ Updated
Developers often experience frustration. This can have many causes, including complex code issues, uncooperative tools, or simply struggling with technology. Even with seemingly simple games, bugs can be a part of the developer's ...read more

How Crunch Leads to Worse Games
2025-08-19 19:41:15 🚀︎ New
One thing remains constant: challenges and frustrations for developers. These range from technical issues to creative blocks. But it's precisely when push comes to shove that quality suffers. This blog post examines how crunch in game ...read more

MVPs That Morph Into Monsters
2025-05-23 03:51:36 ♻︎ Updated
There's a delicate balance between developing a minimum viable product (MVP) that can be released quickly to gather user feedback and iterating on it. This process is often fraught with frustration and challenges. In this blog post, we ...read more

Should AI tools replace low-effort mobile game development?
2025-05-14 22:14:24 ♻︎ Updated
Artificial intelligence (AI) is playing an increasingly important role in gaming. This blog post explores whether AI tools should be considered as low-effort replacements for mobile game development and what impact they would have if they ...read more

The PR Apology Nobody Believed
2025-05-22 02:00:30 ♻︎ Updated
We often find ourselves in situations where things don't go as planned. Mistakes happen, communication breaks down, and sometimes it feels like the whole world is conspiring against us. In this blog post, we explore a scenario many of us ...read more

Best Tools for Audio Compression
2025-05-27 18:21:01 ♻︎ Updated
Compression is an important technique for managing and optimizing file sizes without sacrificing quality. Whether you're a professional sound engineer, content creator, or someone who works with large media libraries, understanding and ...read more

How Social Engineering Plays a Role in Game Hacking
2025-09-27 02:34:14 🚀︎ New
Security is a top priority. Hackers, both amateur and professional, are constantly looking for new vulnerabilities and often use various tactics to gain unauthorized access to games and their databases. Social engineering plays a ...read more