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RIP: Our Unreal Dreams
2025-05-18 16:52:58 ♻︎ Updated
Developers put their heart and soul into creating immersive worlds and captivating stories for players to explore. But as with any creative endeavor, there are often unforeseen challenges that can lead to significant frustration. In this ...read more

All Enemies, No Terrain
2025-05-13 14:02:33 ♻︎ Updated
We often find ourselves in the midst of developing complex digital worlds, where every line of code is a step toward an immersive experience. But as with any creative process, challenges can arise that leave us frustrated, overwhelmed, or ...read more

Narrative Depth in Indie Games: Less Budget, More Story
2025-05-26 06:32:56 ♻︎ Updated
Indie developers often have to work with tighter budgets compared to their AAA counterparts. However, this constraint can act as a creative catalyst, allowing indie games to carve out unique niches by focusing on narrative depth and ...read more

How Always-Online Games Spy on You Even When You’re Offline
2025-02-21 18:57:10 🚀︎ New
One of the most intrusive aspects of modern online gaming is the proliferation of always-online games. These titles are designed to be constantly ...read more

3... 2... 1... Crash!
2025-05-10 13:48:40 ♻︎ Updated
Developers often face numerous challenges that can lead to significant frustration. These problems range from technical glitches and software bugs to creative blocks and lack of time. This blog post addresses some of these common ...read more

The Game Changer: Creating Inclusive Spaces to Prevent Bullying
2025-05-30 07:46:02 ♻︎ Updated
Where gamers from all over the world come together to compete and collaborate, a growing problem has emerged: cyberbullying. This insidious form of bullying can have devastating effects on victims, leading to mental health problems, ...read more

How ML is Making Games More Homogenized
2025-06-01 16:17:41 ♻︎ Updated
Machine learning is driving incredible advances in game development. But what if the insidious side effect is homogenization, subtly stripping games of their unique identity and leading to bland uniformity? This blog post not only ...read more

How to Check Which Free Games Respect Your Privacy
2025-03-16 18:56:21 🚀︎ New
With the increasing number of free games in app stores, many users are concerned about their privacy and the potential collection of personal data ...read more

The Legal Gray Area of Tracking Player Behavior
2025-06-16 00:26:53 🚀︎ New
Especially in online gaming, understanding and managing the risks associated with tracking player behavior is crucial. This blog post explores the legal gray areas surrounding player behavior tracking in video games and provides insights ...read more

How Some Studios Quietly Kill Games
2025-06-02 16:58:40 ♻︎ Updated
Studios put their heart and soul into developing immersive gaming experiences. Yet, despite all this creativity and passion, challenges often arise that can lead to developer frustration and, in some cases, premature cancellation or even ...read more

No custom Control Center profiles for different contexts - why?
2025-03-21 10:40:32 🚀︎ New
In today's fast-paced world, smartphones have become an extension of our personal and professional lives. The ability to customize settings and features based on the context or activity can significantly enhance productivity and user ...read more

The Expansion That Ended Our Studio
2025-05-22 09:27:33 ♻︎ Updated
I'd like to tell you the story behind our sudden closure. It was triggered by an ambitious expansion plan that turned into one of our biggest failures. Here's what happened, broken down into key sub-points:read more

Case Studies: Comparing Early Access Successes and Failures
2025-05-22 08:28:41 ♻︎ Updated
The concept of Early Access has become a staple for developers seeking to release games gradually. This process allows players to engage with the game early in its development and provide feedback that can significantly influence the final ...read more

The Problem with Identity Silos Across Different Digital Platforms
2025-05-28 22:44:48 ♻︎ Updated
Our identities are increasingly scattered across different online platforms. While this may seem convenient for managing various aspects of life—work, socializing, and gaming—it also presents significant challenges and risks that we ...read more

Free 3D Software Lacks Professional Features
2025-06-02 05:33:40 ♻︎ Updated
Software tools play a crucial role. While there are a variety of free options available, many users find that professional features often come at a price. This blog post explores why free 3D software may lack certain professional features ...read more

Can AI Debugging Tools Replace Code Reviews?
2025-05-19 18:53:27 ♻︎ Updated
Will AI debugging tools eliminate the need for human code reviews, transforming a collaborative process into an automated one-way street? This provocative question goes to the heart of future game development workflows. This post explores ...read more

The Role of Beta Testing in Early Access
2025-05-28 16:17:13 ♻︎ Updated
Early access is becoming increasingly popular in game development. It allows developers to release their games before they're fully completed, often under the guise of "early access." While this approach carries risks and controversies, it ...read more

Godot's Open Source Advantage for Custom Game Features
2025-05-13 07:38:16 ♻︎ Updated
The choice of tools and technologies plays a crucial role in shaping the final product. Among the game engines available today, one outstanding engine stands out not only for its power but also for its commitment to open source principles: ...read more

The Role of Sound Design in Immersion
2025-05-31 16:02:05 ♻︎ Updated
While visual and interactive experiences are paramount, sound design is often underestimated but plays a crucial role in creating immersive worlds. This blog post explores how sound design contributes to player immersion and discusses its ...read more

The Rise of ‘AAA Indies’: Studios Like Supergiant and Annapurna
2025-04-02 20:10:23 🚀︎ New
A new generation of development houses are emerging studios often categorized as "AAA indies." These studios defy traditional labels by producing ...read more