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Do Video Games Have a Moral Responsibility?
2025-03-04 08:16:51 🚀︎ New
Video games are more than just a form of entertainment; they are cultural phenomena that engage players in complex stories and interactive ...read more

The Silent Treatment From Players
2025-05-19 02:04:04 ♻︎ Updated
We put our heart and soul into crafting immersive worlds and captivating stories. However, one challenge that's common in the gaming community is player silence—players who simply stop engaging with the game at a certain point. This ...read more

Git Aliases: The Productivity Boost You Need
2025-07-10 19:31:58 🚀︎ New
Are you tired of typing long commands for every Git operation? Do you constantly use the same commands for basic tasks like status queries or commit logs? Then consider Git aliases. You can create these shortcuts for your most frequently ...read more

Should Always-Online Games Come with a Privacy Warning?
2025-04-14 20:45:01 🚀︎ New
However, the rise of always-online games has raised concerns about user privacy and data security. This blog post examines whether these ...read more

Why do 78% of mobile games obscure true costs?
2025-05-26 14:20:15 ♻︎ Updated
Mobile gaming has become ubiquitous. Millions of titles are available across various app stores. Players often immerse themselves in virtual worlds where they interact with characters and scenarios that simulate real-life situations. ...read more

AI and NPC Memory: How Long Should They Remember Player Actions?
2025-06-01 02:18:08 ♻︎ Updated
How long should a digital ghost remember your misdeeds? This blog post explores the critical, often overlooked dimension of non-player character memory performance and demonstrates how the optimal "forgetting curve" for AI is crucial for ...read more

Why Some Developers Embrace Modding Culture
2025-05-31 08:50:48 ♻︎ Updated
Developers often find themselves in an interesting paradox. While they sometimes frown upon unauthorized modifications (mods) to their games, many understand and appreciate the benefits of modding culture. This blog post explores why some ...read more

How MidJourney and DALL-E Are Changing Asset Pipelines
2025-05-22 07:53:03 ♻︎ Updated
The rise of AI tools like MidJourney and DALL-E isn't just a technological upgrade in game development; it represents a fundamental shift that will redefine how we create and evaluate games. Are we on the cusp of a new era of democratic ...read more

Analyzing the Impact of Toxicity in Online Gaming Communities
2025-05-11 20:53:24 ♻︎ Updated
Communities aren't just places where players come together to play games; they are dynamic social ecosystems that shape gaming experiences and behaviors. A major challenge within these communities is toxicity—harmful and aggressive ...read more

The Forgotten Legacy of Trip Hawkins (EA Founder) and Why He Left
2025-05-02 14:28:04 🚀︎ New
Few figures are as significant as Trip Hawkins. As one of the founders of Electronic Arts (EA), he significantly shaped not only the video game ...read more

How to Debug Distributed Systems
2025-05-20 17:31:33 ♻︎ Updated
Debugging distributed systems can be challenging due to the complexity and number of components involved. However, with the right tools and techniques, you can effectively diagnose and resolve problems in these systems. This blog post ...read more

The Ethics of Betting in Esports
2025-05-28 12:16:45 ♻︎ Updated
Esports, or electronic sports, has grown into a multi-billion dollar industry over the past decade. Professional gamers now earn millions, and tournaments attract crowds rivaling those at traditional sporting events. Betting on esports is ...read more

The Best Budget Peripherals for Devs
2025-06-20 21:26:54 🚀︎ New
We know how important reliable and efficient tools are. While high-end gaming peripherals are tempting due to their advanced features, they often come with a hefty price tag that may not fit your budget. However, there are fantastic, ...read more

The Role of Emergent Behavior in Making NPCs Feel Alive
2025-05-28 20:14:24 ♻︎ Updated
The most fascinating non-player characters aren't carefully crafted; they emerge. This blog post explores emergent behavior in AI and shows how the complex dance of simple rules can create NPCs that feel not only alive, but also truly ...read more

How Accessibility in Games Can Lead to Increased Sales
2025-05-12 11:43:49 ♻︎ Updated
Developers and publishers are constantly looking for new ways to attract players. One crucial aspect that can significantly impact revenue is game accessibility. By developing games with inclusivity at their core, developers can reach a ...read more

How AI is Changing the Role of Human Testers
2025-05-27 05:57:19 ♻︎ Updated
The idea that AI will replace human testers in game development is a convenient fiction. But the reality is profound: Artificial intelligence (AI) doesn't just complement human testing; it fundamentally changes their role, transforming ...read more

When AI Reinforces Social Inequality Through Game Design
2025-05-20 21:52:34 ♻︎ Updated
A troubling question arises: Is AI inadvertently perpetuating social inequalities in our digital worlds? This blog post fearlessly explores how AI can both exacerbate and—crucially—mitigate existing social inequalities in games. ...read more

Portable Monitors: Useful or Just a Gimmick?
2025-05-29 12:16:49 ♻︎ Updated
The desire for flexibility and mobility has become a necessity. This is especially true in the technology sector, where devices are constantly evolving to meet our ever-increasing expectations. One example is the increasingly popular ...read more

Streamlined Access to Nearby Delights
2025-07-14 03:45:29 🚀︎ New
With the advent of smartphones and location services, our daily activities are increasingly tied to geolocation data. While this convenience allows ...read more

The Unseen Architects: Who Designs Dark Patterns for Data Collection?
2025-03-04 00:50:42 🚀︎ New
These are the invisible architects who design user interfaces to encourage users to submit their personal data without being asked. In this blog ...read more