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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

Can AI Debuggers Introduce New Bugs Through Automated Fixes?
2025-05-31 10:40:33 ♻︎ Updated
AI debuggers promise enticing solutions: automated debugging that streamlines development and eliminates errors. But a troubling question arises: Could these highly intelligent systems inadvertently introduce new, even more complex bugs ...read more

The Role of Permadeath in Player Experience
2025-05-26 16:32:49 ♻︎ Updated
One particular design element has resonated with players and developers alike: permadeath. This blog post explores the role of permadeath in shaping the gaming experience, examining its impact on narrative immersion, strategic gameplay, ...read more

Evaluating Games on Community Engagement
2025-05-15 05:17:16 ♻︎ Updated
Community engagement isn't an optional feature, but a crucial aspect that can significantly impact a game's success and longevity. This blog post explores evaluating games based on their community engagement and offers insights and tips ...read more

The Future of Monetization: Can Games Survive Without P2W?
2025-08-14 23:27:43 🚀︎ New
One of the most pressing questions for developers and players is whether games can survive without pay-to-win (P2W) monetization. This blog post explores the potential risks and threats that could arise if games completely eliminate P2W ...read more

The Role of Funding in Killing Projects
2025-05-12 08:35:20 ♻︎ Updated
Developers put their heart and soul into creating exciting gaming experiences. However, many projects fail for various reasons, including a lack of funding. This blog post examines the role of funding in project thwarting, discusses how ...read more

Should cloud gaming break mobile hardware limitations?
2025-05-13 07:39:49 ♻︎ Updated
The gaming world has witnessed significant technological and platform advances. Cloud gaming has emerged as a revolutionary concept that will fundamentally change our mobile gaming experience. This blog post explores whether cloud gaming ...read more

We Were So Close... Then We Weren-t
2025-05-15 04:23:37 ♻︎ Updated
Developing a game is an exciting journey that combines creativity, technical skill, and sheer determination. However, it also presents many challenges, pitfalls, and moments of pure frustration. In this blog post, we explore some common ...read more

The Illusion of Choice in Corporate Virtual Worlds
2025-06-11 18:38:18 🚀︎ New
Virtual worlds and metaverses are increasingly being integrated into business strategies. However, a critical examination reveals that these digital spaces often create an illusion of choice, while the reality is more restrictive. This ...read more

Why AI is Failing at Ethical Decision-Making in Games
2025-07-08 14:39:48 🚀︎ New
Artificial intelligence is revolutionizing game development, but it's failing to overcome a critical hurdle: ethical decision-making. Why is AI failing to replicate truly moral behavior in games, and what does this mean for the future of ...read more

The Rise of 'Stan' Culture in Gaming: Devotion or Delusion?
2025-05-14 04:26:37 ♻︎ Updated
The way fans interact with their favorite games and the communities surrounding them has changed significantly. This cultural phenomenon, often referred to as "gaming stan," has become an integral part of modern gaming culture, sparking ...read more

Do autoplay features destroy player agency?
2025-05-12 20:31:20 ♻︎ Updated
Developers are constantly looking for ways to improve the gaming experience. One increasingly popular feature is the autoplay or auto-battle system. While these features offer convenience and can potentially increase player engagement, ...read more

Python's GIL Means True Parallelism is a Lie
2025-05-16 05:19:40 ♻︎ Updated
Especially in languages like Python, understanding certain nuances and limitations can be crucial for performance optimization. One such concept that often confuses developers is the Global Interpreter Lock (GIL). This blog post aims ...read more

Are kids' games with in-app purchases inherently unethical?
2025-05-19 11:11:55 ♻︎ Updated
Mobile gaming has become an integral part of children's entertainment. However, the inclusion of in-app purchases (IAPs) in these games raises significant ethical questions, particularly regarding their impact on young players and their ...read more

When Is Performance Optimization a Waste of Time?
2025-05-19 13:02:54 ♻︎ Updated
Performance optimization is a crucial aspect of software development, especially in today's world where applications must handle complex tasks and provide a seamless user experience. However, as with any optimization effort, it's important ...read more

Training Developers to Work Effectively with AI
2025-08-05 14:14:44 🚀︎ New
The AI revolution in game development requires a new generation of developers, yet many studios are unprepared. How can we close the skills gap and empower existing teams to leverage these transformative technologies instead of being ...read more

How GDPR Affects User-Generated Content in Games
2025-08-17 05:19:50 🚀︎ New
The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) is a comprehensive data protection law that came into force on May 25, 2018. It was introduced to harmonize data protection laws across Europe and improve the protection of personal data. ...read more

WSL is a Half-Baked Solution - Here's Why
2025-05-25 19:11:36 ♻︎ Updated
The Windows Subsystem for Linux (WSL) has brought about groundbreaking changes for many developers seeking to combine the best of Windows and Linux. However, as with any technological advancement, it's important to critically examine its ...read more

How to disable iCloud syncing for Safari?
2025-05-12 18:17:59 🚀︎ New
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

Why Early Access is Great for Simulation Games
2025-05-17 08:10:18 ♻︎ Updated
Especially for simulation games, early access can be both polarizing and beneficial. This blog post explores why early access is particularly beneficial for simulation games and provides insights into how this release model benefits ...read more