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Why Some Games Are Doomed by Their Own Marketing
2025-06-01 14:38:49 ♻︎ Updated
It's no secret that marketing is a crucial factor in a game's success or failure. Many factors contribute to whether a game captures the hearts (and minds) of players, but the potential pitfalls of developers' marketing strategies ...read more

The Hidden Costs of Viral Outrage
2025-05-19 16:36:38 ♻︎ Updated
The power of viral outrage to influence public opinion and drive change is undeniable. From social media campaigns to mainstream news cycles, these phenomena can have significant impacts on companies, brands, governments, and individuals. ...read more

Should AI Have a "Kill Switch" in Live-Service Games?
2025-05-25 08:32:00 ♻︎ Updated
Where constant engagement is paramount, a controversial question arises: Should AI systems be equipped with a "kill switch"? This blog post provocatively explores the arguments for and against this radical concept, weighing the player ...read more

Best File Explorers for Power Users
2025-08-02 11:08:05 🚀︎ New
For power users, choosing the right file explorer can be crucial for efficiency and productivity. Many users rely on Windows Explorer or the macOS Finder as their default file management tools. However, there are several alternatives with ...read more

The Ethics of 'Pay-to-Win' DLC
2025-05-17 10:23:47 ♻︎ Updated
Developers are constantly faced with the challenge of creating engaging content that keeps players engaged. However, in recent years, an increasingly contentious issue has emerged: the controversial practice of releasing pay-to-win ...read more

In-Editor Animation Tools in Game Engines
2025-05-25 01:24:58 ♻︎ Updated
Efficient and intuitive animation tools are crucial for an engaging gaming experience. Modern game engines offer a variety of powerful animation tools in the editor, allowing developers to create, edit, and manage animations directly ...read more

The Role of Cheating: Is It Ever Justified?
2025-07-13 11:52:29 🚀︎ New
Discussions about ethics often revolve around topics such as fairness, strategy, and player integrity. The moral acceptability of cheating in online ...read more

Why Some AI Voice Acting Creeps Players Out
2025-05-23 15:53:07 ♻︎ Updated
Particularly in the context of voice acting in video games and other interactive media, the so-called "horror phenomenon" is causing increasing concern among gamers. It arises from the so-called "uncanny valley." This term, coined by ...read more

Streaming and the Evolution of Game Criticism
2025-08-19 03:01:32 🚀︎ New
YouTube Gaming and Facebook Gaming have revolutionized the way we consume content. The gaming industry has not been spared from this digital transformation. With the rise of professional gamers and content creators, a new form of game ...read more

Why are so few mobile games moddable?
2025-05-10 18:55:36 ♻︎ Updated
Gaming has undergone a profound transformation. From console to PC to mobile, platforms are more accessible and diverse than ever. However, one area where modding has seen less growth is mobile gaming. This blog post explores why so few ...read more

Construct 3 vs. GDevelop: No-Code Game Dev
2025-06-02 14:44:19 ♻︎ Updated
The barrier to entry for game development has been significantly lowered thanks to no-code platforms. These platforms enable even people with little or no programming experience to quickly and efficiently develop engaging games. Among the ...read more

The Push for a Global Digital Carbon Tax
2025-06-02 16:50:30 ♻︎ Updated
One concept that has gained increasing traction is the introduction of a global digital carbon tax. This policy initiative aims to combat climate change by imposing a fee on greenhouse gas emissions from digital activities, thereby ...read more

No charging speed improvements in 3 years: Why?
2025-05-12 06:22:19 🚀︎ New
In recent years, there has been a noticeable lack of significant advancements in smartphone charging technology. Despite the rapid evolution of other tech components like processors and cameras, smartphones have not seen any major ...read more

Streamlining VFX with AI Tools
2025-06-26 23:12:26 🚀︎ New
Visual effects (VFX) are the pinnacle of gaming, yet creating them is often a labor-intensive process. What if artificial intelligence could fundamentally revolutionize the VFX pipeline, unlocking unprecedented efficiency and creative ...read more

No clipboard history like Windows: Why?
2025-04-26 05:38:14 🚀︎ New
Smartphones have become an indispensable part of our daily lives, serving as remote controls for televisions, fitness trackers, and now even more critical tasks such as managing finances. However, one feature that many users long for is a ...read more

Procedural Generation: Evolution Over the Decades
2025-03-29 07:03:11 🚀︎ New
Procedural generation is an integral part of game development and has evolved significantly over the decades to increase creativity and gameplay ...read more

Base models always come with the least storage: Why?
2025-04-11 06:28:21 🚀︎ New
In today's digital age, smartphones have become more than just communication devices; they are integral parts of our lives. They store everything from personal photos and videos to important work files and even serve as portable wallets. ...read more

Are we witnessing the death of creativity under corporate streaming?
2025-05-30 23:34:29 ♻︎ Updated
The way companies approach content creation and distribution has changed significantly. This shift is largely due to technological advances and changing consumer preferences, leading to the emergence of enterprise streaming platforms. ...read more

The Role of GDPR in Regulating Virtual Reality
2025-08-01 04:16:04 🚀︎ New
They are evolving into a new dimension of digital interaction. The expansion of these immersive environments brings with it significant implications ...read more

Why Modding is PC Gaming's Greatest Strength
2025-05-29 19:18:39 ♻︎ Updated
One aspect has proven time and again to be a cornerstone of innovation and community engagement: modding. For those unfamiliar with the term, modding refers to the process by which users or developers make modifications to games to expand ...read more