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Why Web3 Games Keep Failing: Bad Tech or Bad Design?
2025-10-06 13:07:02 🚀︎ New
A recurring theme has emerged: many so-called "Web 3 games" are failing to fully realize their potential, despite the promise of innovation and decentralization offered by blockchain technology. This blog post explores the reasons for ...read more
When the Hashtag Is Your Game Name + -Fail-
2025-05-22 23:45:16 ♻︎ Updated
Developers often face myriad challenges. From technical hurdles to unforeseen market dynamics, these obstacles can lead to significant frustration. This blog post highlights some common frustrations faced by game developers and provides ...read more
The Gatekeeping of -Hardcore' Fans Against Accessible Features
2025-05-12 21:24:10 ♻︎ Updated
A recurring issue that sparks heated debates among gamers and developers is so-called "gatekeeping." This term describes the practice of certain fans or communities selectively excluding others based on their perceived commitment or ...read more
Regional Preferences in Game Genres
2025-06-06 03:01:25 🚀︎ New
Regional preferences play a significant role in the market dynamics of various genres. This in-depth look examines how cultural, economic, and ...read more
The Problem of Software Piracy in the Audio World
2025-05-23 19:17:38 ♻︎ Updated
Software piracy remains a significant problem and affects various industries, including audio production. This blog post examines the challenges and consequences of software piracy in the sound and music industry and emphasizes the ...read more
Rebase is Dangerous and You Should Avoid It
2025-06-22 01:11:53 🚀︎ New
Version control systems are important tools that help teams manage changes to source code over time. Git excels at this due to its flexibility and powerful features like branching and merging. However, a common practice among developers is ...read more
Crunch Culture Killed the Fun
2025-05-22 06:03:51 ♻︎ Updated
Creativity, passion, and sustainability are a delicate balance. It's no secret that many developers put their heart and soul into game development, often under enormous pressure to deliver results quickly and efficiently. However, this ...read more
Chatbots That Understand Human Emotion
2025-07-03 11:36:54 🚀︎ New
One area where significant progress has been made is chatbot development. While many current chatbots can perform basic customer service tasks, they are still unable to truly understand and respond appropriately to human emotions. The ...read more
The Mechanics of Puzzle Design: Engaging the Player's Mind
2025-06-01 15:17:05 ♻︎ Updated
Puzzle elements aren't just add-ons; they're an essential component of engaging and immersive experiences. Understanding the mechanics behind puzzle development can significantly increase gameplay depth and player satisfaction. This blog ...read more
Why You Should Stop Using Carousels
2025-09-15 02:19:26 🚀︎ New
User interface (UI) and user experience (UX) are of utmost importance. Every element in your designs should serve a purpose and enhance the overall user experience. One such element, widely used but increasingly criticized for its ...read more
How Free-to-Play Games Are Designed to Be Unfun Without Paying
2025-12-29 13:09:55 🚀︎ New
Free-to-play games have become a mainstream model, offering players a first taste of the gaming experience before monetization strategies kick in. These include various forms of microtransactions that can significantly impact the gameplay ...read more
Podcasting Tools Sacrifice Quality for Ease
2025-12-04 02:21:16 🚀︎ New
Podcasting is growing in popularity, providing creators with a platform to share their thoughts, stories, and expertise directly with listeners. As the podcasting community grows, so does the range of tools available to podcasters. In this ...read more
How Some Devs Turn Hate into Marketing
2025-06-03 08:17:35 ♻︎ Updated
We spend countless hours writing beautiful code, troubleshooting complex problems, and striving for the most efficient solutions. But, as in any profession, frustration sometimes arises—frustration that is sometimes directed at our own ...read more
The Rise of Virtual Politicians: Would You Vote for an AI?
2025-11-04 01:45:05 🚀︎ New
One of the most fascinating developments is the emergence of virtual politicians and political figures. These entities represent a new dimension of politics in which artificial intelligence (AI) plays a central role. Looking ahead, it's ...read more
The VR Market Reality: Why It’s Still Niche After a Decade
2025-02-11 18:22:04 🚀︎ New
The virtual reality (VR) market has been a source of fascination and speculation since its emergence around two decades ago. Despite significant ...read more
Using IntelliJ's Live Templates for Faster Coding
2025-06-01 05:07:23 ♻︎ Updated
Software development can be time-consuming, especially when you have to write repetitive code snippets. Fortunately, IntelliJ IDEA offers an extremely useful feature called "Live Templates," which can significantly speed up your ...read more
Why Some Developers Still Defend Pay-to-Win (Despite Backlash)
2025-11-15 21:47:41 🚀︎ New
Especially in the free-to-play genre, developers frequently implement pay-to-win mechanisms. These mechanisms have long been the subject of controversy among players, as they are perceived as unfair and have a negative impact on game ...read more
Platform Privacy Policies Written to Be Broken
2025-09-02 18:50:23 🚀︎ New
Users feel unfairly treated with regard to their personal data and privacy rights. This lack of fairness is largely due to a critical flaw in many ...read more
Music Composition via Neural Networks
2025-06-26 17:22:28 🚀︎ New
Neural networks have established themselves as powerful tools in various creative fields. This includes music composition, where their capabilities are increasingly being explored to push boundaries and redefine our perception of musical ...read more
The Forgotten Female Pioneers of Game Development
2025-12-26 08:20:40 🚀︎ New
It's easy to overlook the significant contributions of women who laid the foundation for countless games we enjoy today. These pioneers are often ...read more