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It's easy to overlook the significant role gaming magazines have played in shaping and documenting video game history. As we stand on the brink of ...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

Assets such as images, textures, and models play a central role. Two basic formats commonly used to represent these assets are vector and raster (or bitmap) formats. Each format has its own advantages and limitations. Understanding these ...read more

A trend is gaining increasing momentum: the increasing use of artificial intelligence (AI) as a replacement for human influencers in specific niches. This shift not only reshapes traditional influencer marketing strategies but also raises ...read more

Every game developer's ultimate nightmare: players leaving. But what if we could predict this exodus and intervene before engagement stagnates? Machine learning doesn't just help understand player behavior; it's also about predicting the ...read more

Downloadable content (DLC) can be a double-edged sword. While it often adds value to players by offering new experiences or expanding game worlds, some DLC can unintentionally diminish the initial enjoyment of the game. This blog post ...read more

The online gaming landscape is increasingly intertwined with the collection of user data, often blurring the lines between entertainment and ...read more

The digital doppelgangers are here. As artificial intelligence (AI) perfects the replication of human voices and human likeness in games, a profound ethical debate looms. This blog post relentlessly examines the challenges and implications ...read more

Few titles have had such a lasting impact on the industry and society as Grand Theft Auto III (GTA III). Released by Rockstar Games in 2001, the game ...read more

Nintendo, one of the most recognized names in gaming, has stood for innovation and creativity for over 130 years. Founded in 1889 by Fusajiro ...read more

In today's digital age, our smartphones are not just tools but extensions of our personal information repositories. iPhones and other smart devices often come with default settings that sync data across various apps, including your web ...read more

We've all been there. You participate in an "Ask Me Anything" (AMA) on Reddit, thinking it'll be a breeze. But you have no idea that things are about to take a turn for the worse. In this blog post, I'll share our experience and some key ...read more

We wield considerable influence in the technology industry. Our decisions not only shape the products we develop, but also impact the entire technology landscape and user rights. A critical issue affecting both developers and users is ...read more

The biggest challenge in game development isn't just intelligent NPCs, but the perfect balance between their intelligence and the player's agency. This blog post explores this complex interplay and shows how "intelligent" NPCs can increase ...read more

From social media to e-commerce, these platforms enable pervasive interactions between users, businesses, and data collectors. However, with this ...read more

We put our heart and soul into creating immersive worlds for players to explore. However, as with any creative endeavor, there are times when something doesn't go as planned, frustrating both us and the players. An example of this is a ...read more

One might wonder whether the traditional forum culture, which has been an integral part of internet discourse since the beginnings of Usenet and later platforms like Yahoo! and Google Groups, is declining in importance. This blog post ...read more

Free-to-play games have become a cornerstone of the gaming industry. With titles like Fortnite, League of Legends, and Clash Royale leading the way, millions of players worldwide enjoy these games without paying a cent upfront. However, ...read more

One particularly exciting area where this interface is gaining increasing importance is biometric feedback using facial recognition software like ...read more

One strategy developers often use to increase revenue is the implementation of pay-to-win mechanisms. This blog post explores the psychological reasons why players continue to spend money on games where certain benefits are only accessible ...read more