Page-

Why Some Indies Are Just as Corporate as the Big Dogs
2025-02-02 11:12:06 🚀︎ New
Two main categories often receive attention: indie games and AAA (triple-A) titles. While both types have distinct characteristics regarding funding, ...read more

Why ‘Just One More Permission’ Is Never the Last
2025-06-28 11:34:59 🚀︎ New
Because personal data is often collected and used in ways that weren't originally disclosed or authorized, it's important to understand why even ...read more

Why Some Indies Succeed on Their Second (or Fifth) Try
2025-05-23 20:18:59 ♻︎ Updated
Welcome to the world of indie game development! For many developers, especially those new to the industry or those who have experienced multiple failures before success, this path can be both exciting and frustrating. It's a journey filled ...read more

How Online Multiplayer Changed the Culture of Play Forever
2025-05-05 10:19:06 🚀︎ New
Few fields have evolved as dramatically as online multiplayer gaming. From its origins in the late 20th century to its current status as a ...read more

The Power of GDB for C++ Debugging
2025-05-29 02:34:32 ♻︎ Updated
Debugging is an essential part of the software development process. It allows developers to quickly identify and fix problems in their code, ensuring the final product works as intended. One of the most powerful and widely used debugging ...read more

Why do so many mobile games lack credits?
2025-05-26 06:37:10 ♻︎ Updated
Many titles often don't include detailed credits. This can be confusing for players who want to learn more about the developers of their favorite games. There are several reasons why developers don't include credits for mobile games:read more

Setting Up a Standing Desk
2025-08-16 10:44:49 🚀︎ New
Good posture and avoiding the sedentary activities associated with traditional office desks are more important than ever. Standing desks offer an innovative solution that allows you to work actively. This blog post will guide you ...read more

Git LFS: Because Binaries Don't Belong in Git
2025-05-21 09:28:37 🚀︎ New
Welcome to the world of version control! As developers, we often work with large files that aren't necessarily suitable for direct storage in our repositories. Images, videos, and other binary data can quickly grow a repository, making it ...read more

Why do battle passes create artificial urgency?
2025-05-14 01:45:12 ♻︎ Updated
Developers often employ a strategic tool to engage and motivate players: "Battle Passes." This feature is gaining popularity because it serves multiple purposes in the game. However, critics argue that Battle Passes create artificial ...read more

How China Dominates the Global Mobile Market
2025-05-16 16:16:23 ♻︎ Updated
China has emerged as a driving force in the global mobile market, influencing not only national trends but also setting international standards. This blog post explores the factors contributing to China's dominance in the mobile industry, ...read more

How AI Testing Tools Handle Randomness in Games
2025-05-27 22:44:34 ♻︎ Updated
Artificial intelligence (AI) testing tools face their ultimate challenge. This blog post explores the complex strategies AI uses to control the inherent variability of games. It shows how these tools ensure robust performance even in the ...read more

Devs Can-t Patch Their Reputation
2025-05-11 17:12:58 ♻︎ Updated
Excitement is often mixed with frustration. Developers put their heart and soul into creating engaging gaming experiences, only to experience setbacks that can be both confusing and demoralizing. This blog post addresses one such common ...read more

The Role of Smart NPCs in Procedurally Generated Game Worlds
2025-06-20 23:53:55 🚀︎ New
Procedural generation creates the canvas; "intelligent" non-player characters bring it to life. This blog post reveals the important, often overlooked role of AI-controlled NPCs in dynamically generated game worlds and shows how their ...read more

Android Studio: The Best (and Heaviest) Mobile IDE
2025-05-21 06:28:06 ♻︎ Updated
Android Studio is the official integrated development environment (IDE) for developing applications on the Android platform. It is based on JetBrains' IntelliJ IDEA IDE and includes a set of tools specifically for developing Android apps. ...read more

Multiplayer Meets Virtual Companions
2025-06-05 05:40:22 🚀︎ New
One trend that has gained significant traction is the integration of virtual companions in multiplayer games. These digital entities not only enhance gameplay but also redefine player engagement and immersion. In this blog post, we explore ...read more

Why Some ‘Game Developers’ Don’t Even Exist
2025-05-30 08:35:44 ♻︎ Updated
Mobile gaming has grown into a massive industry, attracting millions of players worldwide. However, within this dynamic market exists a hidden ecosystem where fake game developers and fraudulent apps exploit unsuspecting users and prey on ...read more

The -Bonus- That Lost Us Players
2025-05-22 08:24:34 ♻︎ Updated
Developers put their heart and soul into crafting engaging experiences. But even with the best intentions and the best teams, things can go wrong—leading to moments that frustrate players rather than delight them. This blog post explores ...read more

When Your Beta Testers Ask for Too Much
2025-07-03 08:22:43 🚀︎ New
We spend countless hours building the perfect game, only to have it ripped apart by a horde of eager beta testers. This is an inevitable part of the development cycle, but what happens when those beta testers start asking for too much? ...read more

Is Windows Event Viewer Too Arcane for Modern Debugging?
2025-06-03 01:03:54 ♻︎ Updated
Debugging tools have become an indispensable part of the developer toolkit. However, with the advent of increasingly sophisticated and user-friendly debuggers, the question arises: Is the tried-and-true Windows Event Viewer still relevant ...read more

Why Some Developers Are Quietly Removing MTX After Backlash
2025-05-12 03:22:36 ♻︎ Updated
Microtransactions (MTX) are becoming increasingly popular in the gaming industry. These small monetary transactions are intended to enhance the gaming experience by providing players with additional features or items at a relatively low ...read more