Info- 81237: game design, User Experience, user consent, balance

Social media has revolutionized the way we connect and communicate. It has given rise to a new form of celebrity: influencers. These individuals exert significant influence over their followers, often through curated online personas that ...read more

Debugging tools are our constant companions. They help us identify and fix issues that may affect the performance or functionality of our applications. One such tool is the breakpoint. This feature stops code execution at specific points ...read more

Developers often find themselves in situations that can be both exciting and frustrating. One scenario every developer dreads is when a publisher seemingly throws them under the bus. This blog post explores this topic with detailed ...read more

Developing software, especially complex systems like video games, is a complex process that requires creativity, technical expertise, and a lot of trial and error. Unfortunately, the so-called "we'll fix it later" mentality is a common ...read more

A significant portion of the revenue from platforms like Spotify, Apple Music, and others goes to record labels. This distribution can be quite uneven: major record labels often receive larger shares than independent or smaller artists. To ...read more

Early access agreements have become an integral part of the release strategy for many developers. This model allows players to experience games before they are fully developed and provides developers with valuable feedback during the ...read more

Augmented reality (AR) games like Pokémon Go or Ingress have taken the world by storm, offering players a virtual experience that blends with their ...read more

They are increasingly sharing personal data that can be used for targeted advertising or sold to third parties. This blog post explores why some ...read more

Some titles seem to emerge from obscurity, only to fade into obscurity almost as quickly. For many of these dead games, memes often provide surprising lifelines—witty clips, images, or phrases circulated online, often with playful ...read more

We often hear about "whales"—players who spend large sums of money and contribute significantly to a game's revenue. However, less well-known is the lack of protection or mechanisms for these high-spending players (often referred to as ...read more

With the increasing demand for personalized experiences across various platforms, including mobile games, developers are turning to data collection ...read more

One of the most frustrating experiences for developers is updates that inadvertently break existing mods. This blog post explores why certain software updates cause so much anxiety for modders, how these issues arise, and the far-reaching ...read more

Cultivating a strong and authentic brand is crucial. This includes not only promoting innovative products but also being transparent about issues that may arise with certain products or companies. Dealing with controversies surrounding ...read more

Especially in the competitive and immersive world of racing games, physics is often overlooked or simplified. Players may notice inconsistencies between real-world game mechanics and those simulated in these games. This blog post explores ...read more

Technology can quickly become an all-encompassing burden. Whether scrolling through social media feeds or immersed in online games, the lines between work and play can sometimes blur. For many, this digital immersion is becoming an ...read more

Thanks to advances in artificial intelligence (AI), these games are not only engaging but also increasingly sophisticated in their methods of ...read more

We often embark on a journey filled with excitement, creativity, and the promise of innovation. But as with any project, there are bound to be hurdles along the way—and when these delays occur, frustration can quickly set in. In this ...read more

Few series have captivated gamers like "Dark Souls." Released by FromSoftware in 2011, the game has since become a cult classic, known for its ...read more

Cooldowns are a central game mechanic, particularly in action or role-playing genres. They serve to regulate and balance gameplay by controlling the ...read more

Texture atlases were once an important part of managing and optimizing graphic assets. However, their usefulness has declined in recent years due to advances in hardware and software. We examine the history, development, and ultimate ...read more