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The Hype Machine: Are AAA Game Trailers Misleading Players?
2025-05-28 05:24:59 ♻︎ Updated
Trailers have become an integral part of the marketing strategy of major video games. These elaborately produced and professionally produced trailers are designed to generate excitement and anticipation among potential players, often using ...read more
Should AI-Generated Content Be Labeled in Games?
2025-08-10 12:31:40 🚀︎ New
A critical question arises: Should we be transparent about their origins? This blog post explores the exciting debate surrounding the labeling of AI-generated content in video games and argues that the answer will greatly impact player ...read more
The Ethics of Loot Boxes in Future Games
2025-09-11 07:48:29 🚀︎ New
One trend that has sparked considerable debate and concern is the proliferation of loot boxes. These are virtual containers in games that often contain cosmetic items or rewards such as weapons, characters, or other in-game advantages. ...read more
The Gap Between AI Hype and Reality
2025-05-28 07:43:08 ♻︎ Updated
The gap between AI hype and the harsh reality of game development is vast, a source of constant fascination and frustration. Why do our visions of intelligent gaming experiences so often run up against the limitations of current ...read more
Ambient Occlusion is Computationally Wasteful
2025-11-06 19:30:13 🚀︎ New
Achieving realistic images often requires complex algorithms that simulate lighting conditions. One such technique is ambient occlusion (AO). It helps increase the realism of a scene by estimating how much each point on an object or ...read more
Pushing to Remote Repositories
2025-05-21 20:58:21 ♻︎ Updated
Version control is crucial for efficiently managing code changes. Git is a powerful tool for this. In this blog post, we'll explain how to push changes from your local repository to a remote one. Whether you're working on a solo project or ...read more
How YouTube Gaming Complements Twitch
2025-05-19 18:31:58 ♻︎ Updated
Online video games have evolved into a cultural phenomenon that transcends traditional platforms like consoles and PCs. Two key players in this vast space are YouTube Gaming and Twitch. Each platform offers unique features and communities ...read more
Online Reviews and Ratings: The Game Changer Impact
2025-05-24 05:26:02 ♻︎ Updated
The ubiquity of online reviews and ratings has fundamentally changed consumer decision-making. This blog post explores how these digital artifacts significantly influence consumer behavior across industries. They serve as both a source of ...read more
Virtual Machines on Windows: Hyper-V vs. VirtualBox
2025-05-13 08:18:12 ♻︎ Updated
Virtualization has become an essential aspect for efficient resource utilization and flexibility in computing environments. Two popular options for virtual machines (VMs) on Windows are Microsoft Hyper-V and Oracle VirtualBox. Each tool ...read more
Why Some Countries Are Banning Always-Online Requirements
2025-08-02 01:15:04 🚀︎ New
With this growth comes various technological requirements from game developers and publishers to provide players with an optimal gaming experience. ...read more
The Psychology of Horror Games: Why We Love Being Scared
2025-08-21 19:07:55 🚀︎ New
Fear, a universal human emotion, has been an integral part of storytelling throughout history. From campfire ghost stories to modern horror films and ...read more
Why is my iPhone not syncing with iCloud?
2025-04-08 04:47:50 🚀︎ New
Using an iPhone, one of the most frustrating experiences can be when your device fails to sync with iCloud. This issue can range from minor inconveniences like losing unsaved work or photos, to more significant problems such as data loss ...read more
Raspberry Pi for Devs: When It's Not Worth It
2025-11-01 22:33:58 🚀︎ New
The Raspberry Pi has long enjoyed a special place among developers due to its affordable price, versatility, and educational value. However, as with any tool, it's important to understand its limitations, and using it may not be the most ...read more
The Rise of -Fake Retro' Games: Authentic or Exploitative?
2025-05-16 00:14:12 ♻︎ Updated
A new trend combines elements of classic games with modern technology. This phenomenon is known as fake retro games and is causing quite a stir in the industry. But what exactly are these games? Are they a genuine homage to their ...read more
iPhone can't measure blood pressure - why not yet?
2025-05-25 05:12:56 ♻︎ Updated
The search for on-the-go health monitoring features continues unabated, and the ability to measure blood pressure with a smartphone, especially an iPhone, remains a tempting yet elusive feature. This blog post explores why iPhones (and ...read more
Challenges of Implementing Ethical AI in Small Studios
2025-11-11 10:14:28 🚀︎ New
While AI promises a new era of immersive gaming experiences, the path to ethical AI implementation for small studios presents enormous challenges that are often overlooked in the rush to innovate. Limited resources and tight deadlines can ...read more
The Billion-Dollar Modding Community: Unofficial Content’s Impact
2025-09-30 04:33:53 🚀︎ New
The gaming industry has undergone a significant transformation due to the rise of unofficial content creation. This practice, known as modding, ...read more
We Learned About Publishing the Hard Way
2025-05-30 11:31:28 ♻︎ Updated
We begin our journey with the dream of creating games that delight players worldwide. However, the road to success is often paved with challenges, frustrations, and occasional setbacks. In this blog post, we explore some tough lessons from ...read more
How Subscription Models Push Always-Online as the Default
2025-06-03 16:12:44 🚀︎ New
Subscription models have become a cornerstone for accessing and consuming content. From streaming services to gaming platforms, many industries rely on a recurring revenue model that requires users to be constantly connected to the ...read more
The Patch War Between QA and Marketing
2025-07-29 05:25:17 🚀︎ New
Communication between different departments is often a minefield. One such flashpoint is the ongoing conflict between Quality Assurance (QA) and Marketing. This disagreement often revolves around schedules, feature delivery, and the timing ...read more