PreMortem.Games

JULY 8, 2024

His turning point came in 2019 at Comic Con Africa, where he discovered a Game Design degree at Wits University’s stand. “I However, it still took a nudge from a dreadful experience in an Applied Mathematics class to propel him to switch from Computer Science to Game Design. I was really naughty and I loved games.

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Real Programming

APRIL 22, 2025

For over 25 years, weve been teaching real programming languages, such as Java, Python, JavaScript, C#, and C++, through something kids already love: video games. Why Games Make the Best Coding Projects Game development is more than a fun way to learn, its a deeply educational one. Thats where Game Jams come in.

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Game Dev Unchained

MAY 1, 2023

Adnan Chaumette initially entered the gaming industry as a 3D artist before shifting to a more technical role. In the interview, Chaumette discussed how AI has been influencing the gaming industry for years, citing the early work of Andrew Maximoff, founder of Promethean AI, in 2018.

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CG Spectrum

JUNE 9, 2024

Choosing the right creative course is not just a decision that will impact you for the duration of your studies; it's a decision that can shape your future in the film and games industry. When exploring a film and games training provider , make sure you note the qualifications and real-world experience of their teachers.

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CG Spectrum

APRIL 3, 2023

The annual Game Developers Conference (GDC) was held last week in San Francisco, boasting 28,000 attendees ! Penny was kind enough to share her experience at GDC and why she believes it's such a valuable event for people looking to break into the games industry. Meet Penny!

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DameDev.tv

FEBRUARY 21, 2023

There are some game design elements you don't want to forget, because if you miss them, your game could lack the polish it needs. Parallax Backgrounds Parallax Backgrounds, in 2D games, give the illusion that you are in a real world. Parallax shows up, especially in side-scroller games, when a character is moving.

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iXie gaming

JUNE 16, 2023

Millions of gamers, including kids and teens, are hooked to the well-known online gaming platform, Roblox. With its vast collection of user-generated games and social interactions, Roblox has become a significant part of many young people’s lives.

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Game Dev Unchained

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023

The world of gaming is always on the brink of something new, something vast, something that promises to change how we play and interact in virtual spaces. I sat down with John Krajewski , the man behind the unique and forward-thinking game, Eco. ” The allure of video games has always been about escapism and achievement. .

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iXie gaming

APRIL 24, 2023

Are you curious about game development in the metaverse and the potential it holds for game developers? Developing games for the metaverse can be both exciting and challenging, but with the right skills and knowledge in game development, developers can unlock the full potential of this dynamic digital realm.

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iXie gaming

AUGUST 11, 2024

ET allows QA professionals to think like players, go beyond set scripts, and find important issues before they affect the gaming experience. This article explores the art and science of ET in game QA. Play the game with the excitement and curiosity of a true gamer. Which game features or areas will you focus on?

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CG Spectrum

JUNE 9, 2024

We explore five of these less-considered advantages that you should be looking out for in your online education. Being part of a diverse, global online community—filled with people equally as passionate about digital art and animation—can also help students grow their networks, further their education, and continue to be inspired.

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Game Designing

AUGUST 26, 2023

Whether you’re a gamer or not, you may have wondered, “Are video games a hobby?” Yes, gaming is a fun and harmless hobby that benefits many. So, should video games as a hobby be encouraged or discouraged? This blog post delves into gaming as a casual hobby versus gaming as an addiction. In 2023, there are over 3.09

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Deconstructor of Fun

JUNE 10, 2024

In the midst of turbulent times for the gaming industry, where layoffs have become all too common, the conversation around executive-level headhunting takes on a nuanced hue. In recent years, the gaming industry has seen a significant influx of talent moving both into and out of the sector.

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Game Dev Unchained

AUGUST 24, 2023

This episode is sponsored by [link] ⁠ 56% off subscription 20% for one-time purchases with my code GAMEDEV20 In the ever-evolving landscape of game development, the pandemic has stirred an unexpected debate about working conditions and what the future holds for those in the industry.

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AWS Games

JANUARY 23, 2024

In this blog, we explore the challenges Gaggle Studios faced with DDoS attacks due to the success of their online game, ‘Goose Goose Duck.’ Goose Goose Duck,’ a game of social deduction created by Gaggle Studios, stands out in the online gaming realm. Monetary Transactions: Many online games involve in-game purchases.

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AWS Games

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

AWS provides tools such as AWS EC2 Auto Scaling and Elastic Load Balancing to automate horizontal scaling and distribute traffic across multiple resources. Predicting user traffic proved difficult due to various influential factors such as game popularity, user interests, weather, and so on.

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Real Programming

DECEMBER 7, 2022

RP4K instructors start with regular shapes for all objects in the games children code but let them customize to discover sprites and pictures. Python is Great for Making Games. Kids will learn how to make their own video games in Python, ones they can design on their own. This can include students as young as six or seven.

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Game Daily

OCTOBER 18, 2023

The game has sold more than 300 million copies, a number of people that would make it the fourth largest country in the world, by population. Various media outlets have acclaimed the game as the most important of the 21st century so far. It’s not done yet. Bought by Microsoft almost a decade ago, for $2.5

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Real Programming

JUNE 16, 2022

All the hurdles and difficulties related to COVID-19 have only made this balance harder to strike. Let’s check out the ways RP4K balances fun and education. RP4K makes it a point to hire teachers who skew on the young side, ensuring the instructors who teach your children how to program video games also grew up playing them.

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Game Design Advice

AUGUST 24, 2017

Last month I had the privilege of presenting Bernie DeKoven with the inaugural Lifetime of Play award at the Games for Change festival. Here’s what I said… It is my great honor today to give the very first Games for Change Lifetime of Play award to Bernie DeKoven. Let me give you an example. There’s a lot going on there.

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Real Programming

AUGUST 17, 2023

Ask the average child if they’d rather play games in summer or be stuck in a classroom learning, and guess what they’d say! Fun and Play is Everything RP4K is here to make coding classes for kids fun, first and foremost, and we do that by making the sessions revolve around kids making their own video games.

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Game Dev Unchained

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

The gaming world is filled with intriguing tales of passion, dedication, and transformation. I recently spoke to Eric and chronicled his mesmerizing journey from architecture’s rigidity to the fluidity of game development. Delving further, he shared, “It’s a love letter to my childhood gaming experiences.”

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Deconstructor of Fun

JANUARY 8, 2024

Why does this game matter? Well, Supercell hasn't launched a new game since Brawl Stars in 2018, so Mini becoming a hit would have an impact on the trend of the whole company. And it’s the only game soft-launched to date from Supercell’s Shanghai Studio, which was opened 5 years ago. It was not. Source: data.ai

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PreMortem.Games

DECEMBER 20, 2024

The game blends real-world genetics with engaging gameplay, allowing players to train, breed and care for virtual horses. Studio Deloryan has mastered the balance of scientific accuracy and fun, creating a unique space for over 50.000 monthly active horse enthusiasts.

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Deconstructor of Fun

JANUARY 21, 2021

This analysis is written by my friend, Buğrahan Göker who focused on 4X games, and Yours Truly. Our 2021 predictions have been sponsored by Facebook Gaming. Facebook Gaming helps developers and publishers to build, grow, and monetize their games. Strategy games also represent nearly a half of all Mid-Core revenues.

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Deconstructor of Fun

FEBRUARY 4, 2021

Our 2021 predictions have been sponsored by Facebook Gaming. Facebook Gaming helps developers and publishers to build, grow, and monetize their games. This is done through in-depth research, insights, and case studies as well as innovative marketing solutions and education materials. Image: Garena Free Fire.

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PreMortem.Games

AUGUST 2, 2024

This warmth is a hallmark of Free Lives, the South African indie game development studio behind Playtopia. Before entering the video games industry, Gawlowski spent nearly two decades in the music industry, a career she cherished and that afforded her tours around the world. The welcoming atmosphere was unforgettable.

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Sirlin

JULY 25, 2019

There are several notable features and innovative things about the game, so I’ll summarize them here. It’s a serious attempt to capture as much or more depth that genre commonly offers while viewing “accessibility” as a process of getting everyone to the real, expert-level game as soon as possible.

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Game Designing

JULY 30, 2023

Furthermore, SFX and VFX are not limited to filmmaking—they are also leveraged in marketing, gaming, theme parks, entertainment centers, and more such applications. It should also have a perfect balance of academic activities to enrich knowledge and earn practical skills for future employment. What To Look For in SFX and VFX Schools?

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The Bottom Feeder

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

Not long ago, there was a big hullabaloo in the computer game development "community" regarding something called the Unity Game Engine. Basically, developers would be charged money per game install, no matter where that came from. Most people who want to write a video game need to buy a piece of software called a Game Engine.

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Deconstructor of Fun

JANUARY 19, 2021

Our 2021 predictions have been sponsored by Facebook Gaming. Facebook Gaming helps developers and publishers to build, grow, and monetize their games. This is done through in-depth research, insights, and case studies as well as innovative marketing solutions and education materials. But the squeeze is worth the juice.

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Deconstructor of Fun

JANUARY 13, 2021

Our 2021 predictions have been sponsored by Facebook Gaming. Facebook Gaming helps developers and publishers to build, grow, and monetize their games. This is done through in-depth research, insights, and case studies as well as innovative marketing solutions and education materials. That’s double in comparison to 2019.

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Deconstructor of Fun

JANUARY 10, 2021

Our 2021 predictions have been sponsored by Facebook Gaming. Facebook Gaming helps developers and publishers to build, grow and monetize their games. This is done through in-depth research, insights and case studies as well as innovative marketing solutions and education materials. Previously at King and Glu. It made $5.1

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Radiator Blog

JULY 6, 2021

all drawings by Eleanor Davis "We Dwell in Possibility" (WeDIP) is a new queer gardening simulation game about planting bodies and ideas, and watching them grow into a kinetic landscape. The game should take about 5-10 minutes to play. I made a browser game? Does this game represent a shift or break from my existing work?

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Radiator Blog

JUNE 30, 2022

Zugzwang by Robert Yang This post details my process and intent for making my new release Zugzwang (pronounced in German like /ts'OOK-ts'VAHng/ ) a tactical sex dungeon roguelike cum ritual game. SPOILER ALERT: This post spoils what happens in the game. So this game too is set in a dungeon -- a divine sex maze dungeon.

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