Info- 8715: game design, digital rights, virtual reality, market

However, a disturbing trend is emerging: Some companies are integrating security features that inadvertently increase surveillance and compromise ...read more

Streaming services have become an integral part of our entertainment and cultural consumption. Platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, Disney+, Hulu, and countless others offer their subscribers a vast selection of content. Many ...read more

One might wonder whether the traditional forum culture, which has been an integral part of internet discourse since the beginnings of Usenet and later platforms like Yahoo! and Google Groups, is declining in importance. This blog post ...read more

Online gaming is not only a form of entertainment but also a significant source of data collection and analysis. Thanks to technological advances, game developers often collect large amounts of player data during gameplay, which they can ...read more

Staying afloat in a sea of ​​big-budget games can be a real challenge. Among the various revenue streams indie developers use to keep their projects afloat, advertising and in-app purchases (IAPs) are two frequently discussed methods. ...read more

As online services become increasingly integrated into our daily lives, the concept of "online persistence" and its impact on traditional game ...read more

The digital landscape is rife with toxicity, but artificial intelligence holds the key to a more inclusive future. This blog post explores groundbreaking strategies for avoiding toxicity in AI chatbots and demonstrates how sophisticated ...read more

Frustration is a common feeling among developers. It often has various causes, but one particularly frustrating aspect that has become increasingly prevalent in recent years is the so-called "we know better than you" mentality among some ...read more

Numerous groundbreaking ideas had to mature before they became mainstream. One of them is virtual reality (VR). Imagine if virtual reality had taken ...read more

It's common for games to be highly anticipated, but later receive less than stellar reviews or fail to deliver on their promises. This phenomenon is often referred to as "overhyped and underfunded." Let's explore what this means for ...read more

Developers, especially those working across different operating systems like Windows, Linux, and macOS, often overlook the powerful yet often underutilized feature of environment variables. In this blog post, you'll learn what they are, ...read more

Unforeseen issues can arise and challenge even the most experienced developers. One example is when a hotfix doesn't effectively resolve an existing problem, leading to increasing player frustration and disappointment within the ...read more

Artificial intelligence (AI) in non-player characters could become a powerful psychological tool beyond pure gameplay. This blog post explores the profound ways AI-controlled NPCs can manipulate players' perceptions and emotional responses ...read more

Mobile gaming has become a widespread pastime. Millions of games are available for download on app stores like Google Play and the App Store. Users are often seduced by the promise of free gaming experiences. However, not all downloadable ...read more

Security should always be your top priority. Unfortunately, unscrupulous individuals exploit gamers' passion and enthusiasm to perpetrate scams. One particularly insidious form of fraud is fake mod support, which can deceive both amateurs ...read more

Cyberbullying is a major challenge. This insidious form of online harassment not only affects individuals but can also lead to larger social problems within gaming communities. As educators and parents, we have a responsibility to educate ...read more

Gaming isn't just a pastime; it's an industry that generates billions of dollars annually. With this growth comes consumer expectations for seamless transactions and flexible purchasing conditions. However, one aspect of digital gaming ...read more

Developers are constantly pushing the boundaries to create engaging and sustainable game economies. One such mechanism that has sparked heated debate among players, critics, and legal experts is the "pay-to-win" mechanic. This blog post ...read more

Debugging an operating system's kernel can be challenging, but the right tools make all the difference. In this blog post, we'll introduce some of the best kernel debugging tools available. From command-line tools to graphical interfaces, ...read more

Visual Studio Code (VSCode) is one of the most popular code editors in the developer community thanks to its versatility and powerful extensions. VSCode also offers numerous debugging extensions that help you debug your applications more ...read more