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No access to true file system like on a Mac - why?
2025-04-21 22:44:06 🚀︎ New
In today's digital age, smartphones have become ubiquitous tools for work and play. They are essentially portable computers that offer a wide array of functionalities through applications (apps). However, one significant limitation that ...read more
Are We Mistaking Engagement for Learning in Game-Based Education?
2025-07-09 20:14:23 🚀︎ New
Game-based learning has proven to be a promising approach to engage students and improve their learning outcomes. However, there's a danger that we may confuse engagement with games with real learning. This blog post explores this ...read more
The Ethics of "Pay-to-Skip" Mechanics in Games
2025-05-31 05:48:19 🚀︎ New
Mechanisms like "pay-to-skip" have become a topic of discussion among gamers, developers, and ethicists. These mechanisms offer players the opportunity to bypass certain game elements or progression levels that would otherwise require ...read more
Releasing a Broken Base to Sell a Fixed DLC
2025-06-02 14:21:01 ♻︎ Updated
Releasing a buggy or incomplete game alongside planned DLC can be both ethically challenging and frustrating for developers. This blog post explores the potential problems arising from such practices and discusses some ethical aspects of ...read more
What If EA Had Never Bought (and Killed) So Many Studios?
2025-10-12 11:51:07 🚀︎ New
A question debated among gamers and industry experts is what would have happened if Electronic Arts (EA) hadn't acquired and subsequently closed so ...read more
Writing Prompts for AI Design Tools
2025-05-26 22:42:36 ♻︎ Updated
AI design tools: While powerful, they are only as effective as the prompts they drive. In the demanding world of game development, simply using these tools isn't enough; the art of writing prompts is the key differentiator. This blog post ...read more
Is Digital Communication Making Us Less Empathetic?
2025-09-22 13:13:35 🚀︎ New
Communication has undergone a profound transformation. With the advent of smartphones, social media platforms, and various messaging apps, the way we communicate has changed dramatically. While these advances have increased convenience and ...read more
Should streaming services be forced to finish shows they start?
2025-07-20 03:20:46 🚀︎ New
Streaming platforms have become a dominant force in entertainment consumption. Because we can watch entire seasons or series in one sitting at any time, users are often engrossed in storylines that the creators don't pursue further. This ...read more
Still no way to pause a system update once it begins - why not?
2025-03-15 18:00:06 🚀︎ New
In today's digital age, smartphones are more than just communication devices; they are powerful platforms that run complex software systems. These systems require regular updates to ensure optimal performance, security enhancements, and ...read more
The Player as God, Pawn, or Parasite?
2025-07-15 10:19:32 🚀︎ New
Gaming has evolved from a simple pastime to a sophisticated medium that engages players on many levels. The deeper we delve into the philosophical ...read more
When the Enemy Was Invincible... By Accident
2025-05-23 01:49:58 ♻︎ Updated
Game development is a complex business, full of challenges and frustrating moments. One example that many developers are familiar with is glitches or bugs in game mechanics that make enemies seem invincible, thus impairing the gaming ...read more
Why Early Access is the Future of Indie Development
2025-05-13 13:54:12 ♻︎ Updated
Indie studios have carved out a unique niche for themselves with innovative business models. Early access has proven to be a groundbreaking strategy that not only empowers developers but also benefits players and changes industry ...read more
How Vertical Farming Could End Food Shortages
2025-08-14 02:23:19 🚀︎ New
An innovative solution is gaining increasing attention due to its potential to combat global food shortages and environmental problems: vertical farming. This method of growing crops in stacked layers near urban areas has the potential to ...read more
Pokémon Go and the Normalization of Surveillance Walking
2025-02-10 00:53:17 🚀︎ New
One such game that has garnered significant global attention is Pokémon GO. This location-based game not only captured players' imaginations but ...read more
How Subscription Services Are Killing Game Ownership
2025-11-08 13:00:02 🚀︎ New
Subscription services are becoming increasingly popular across various industries. The gaming industry is no exception, and the rise of subscription services like Xbox Game Pass and PlayStation Plus has significantly changed consumer ...read more
Should Consumer Data Be Treated as Personal Property?
2025-06-08 14:46:39 🚀︎ New
Consumer data has become a valuable commodity. From social media platforms to online shopping experiences, companies collect vast amounts of information about their users. This raises an important question: Should consumer data be treated ...read more
Still can't record calls legally or natively: Why?
2025-05-24 23:36:48 🚀︎ New
In today's digital age, smartphones have become an integral part of our daily lives. They serve as cameras, gaming consoles, GPS navigators, and communication devices. However, one area where they still lag behind is in the ability to ...read more
What If AI Wrote Every Game Narrative?
2025-07-04 14:47:40 🚀︎ New
The potential impact of artificial intelligence (AI) on the creative industry is currently being hotly debated. The potential influence of AI on game ...read more
The Intersection of Prompt Engineering and Natural Language Processing
2025-05-17 15:55:56 ♻︎ Updated
Prompt engineering and natural language processing: not just buzzwords, but the explosive intersection that will redefine game development. This blog post doesn't just cover technologies; it also demonstrates the transformative power of AI ...read more
The Digital Cartography of Your Life: Drawn by Location Data
2025-06-16 03:24:02 🚀︎ New
This "digital footprint" isn't just a trail, but a complex map documenting your movements and interactions. Let's explore how this mapping occurs, ...read more