PreMortem.Games

MARCH 15, 2024

In Guntouchables by Danish indie developer Game Swing , enemies randomly power up from the upgrades that a team of four players can’t lift out of the levels. This leads to some unexpected and quite frankly, explosive situations as the game progresses. Game Swing was founded in 2013 by five Danish game design students.

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Radiator Blog

MARCH 16, 2023

I assumed it was mostly for fans but after watching all 32 episodes (on 2x speed, skipping some parts) I've changed my mind and now I think it's essential viewing for all game designers / devs. Episode 02: “Not in the Cards” looks at the Psychonauts VR spin-off game Rhombus of Ruin and DF's bizdev strategy.

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Deconstructor of Fun

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

High-value users are the name of the game now, and campaigns are planned with precision, with long-term payback windows (D30, D60, D180) becoming a standard part of the playbook. As gaming studios look for resilient revenue streams, hybrid monetization —blending in-app purchases (IAP) with in-app ads (IAA)—has taken center stage.

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Game Analytics

DECEMBER 9, 2022

This was particularly important to the studio as the Roblox platform is extremely fast-paced. They would be updating their game every week, and finish the changes two hours before the deadline. “We They could check logical problems in the game design itself by using custom design events. Dive into your own games.

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PreMortem.Games

APRIL 19, 2024

There’s lots of little sci-fi easter eggs and ideas in the game.” Jack of all Trades Ryding has been working on games in his spare time for nearly 15 years, before officially forming the studio Never Games in 2019. I plan to support and expand the game for years to come.” “I’m

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Big Games

MARCH 27, 2025

Unreal Engine Here’s an overview of these two dynamic mechanisms that will help you understand what they are, how they work, and the merits they offer to Android programmers: Unity It is a popular game engine renowned for its cross-platform compatibility and intuitive user interface that supports both 2D & 3D game development.

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Brand Game Development

JANUARY 29, 2018

Board game development is a very individual process. Every single developer has different methods for creating their games. This article is the thirteenth of a 19-part suite on board game design and development. This week, I want to zero in on the subject of making the perfect board game rule book.

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AWS Games

JUNE 13, 2023

A mage, a hacker, and a barbarian walk into a bar… What sounds like the start of a joke is the ultimate vision for cyberpunk, blockchain collectible card game “Metropolis Origins”, created by game industry veterans at QXR Studios. However, balancing a three-faction card game is quite difficult,” Devine shared.

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Deconstructor of Fun

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

Guest post by David Fox , founder of Double Coconut — a design and development studio that has delivered hit mobile and web games for partners such as EA Sports, WB Games, Microsoft Casual Games, and more. Experience with idle games — making a repetitive action seem fun and not taxing — is key.

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Deconstructor of Fun

DECEMBER 13, 2022

Supercell announced over a year ago that they will be opening a studio in North America. TWiG #212 - Apple's New Price Points / Game Genre Taxonomy pt 2 / Nintendo's Mobile Strategy ? We want to build ambitious games players may not expect from Supercell. One could wonder if this makes Ryan a bold choice to lead the studio.

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PreMortem.Games

MARCH 22, 2024

“So, a turn-based-tactics game based around sabotage and assassination operations felt like something fresh to us”, says Senior Game Designer Lee Brimmicombe-Wood. We wanted a past that was a little more colourful than that and balanced the visuals accordingly”, explains Brimmicombe-Wood. The colour palette was also key.”

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Game Dev Unchained

MAY 21, 2024

’ Through our discussion, I gained a profound appreciation for the delicate balance required to honor the original’s spirit while introducing innovative gameplay mechanics that captivate a new generation of gamers. This balance was achieved through a combination of careful planning and creative experimentation. .

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PreMortem.Games

JUNE 20, 2023

I thought if I practiced enough, I could make 2D games by myself, and so I decided to try it.” Besides, Brazil doesn’t have an established games industry like the US and Japan. Only now, in the past 5 years or so, mid-sized game studios are starting to appear in the country. I’m more of an art director.

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iXie gaming

AUGUST 12, 2024

The gaming world is always changing and growing, but it also has to deal with many rules that vary by platform and region. If game studios don’t follow these rules, they risk facing legal problems, fines, and damage to their reputation. For experienced Game QA professionals, these risks are very real.

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The Bottom Feeder

APRIL 9, 2024

It's also a great opportunity to pick apart a good game's design. If a game sells well, that means every choice it made was correct, and you should pick over the carcass for ideas to steal with all speed. Baldur's Gate 3, by Larian Studios, is a huge, sprawling game.

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CG Spectrum

APRIL 3, 2023

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. GDC is an annual event that brings together programmers, artists, producers, game designers, audio professionals, and business leaders from around the world.

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Game Dev Unchained

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023

.” “I’m the founder and CEO of Strange Loop Games,” began Krajewski, detailing his journey from working on AAA titles at prominent companies like EA and Midway to establishing his own remote studio. “The community’s voice is invaluable; it helps shape the game,” he remarked. .”

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Logic Simplified

OCTOBER 31, 2023

When creating a game, game app developers analyze player behavior to improve their interactive scenarios, by identifying what works and what doesn't for the players in a game. This is done to refine the game design and create a more enjoyable experience for their audience.

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Keith Burgun

NOVEMBER 25, 2023

Again: the last two bullet points can be expressed also as: “the game is too long” Every RPG I’ve ever played felt too long, and the above two reasons are why. Too “balanced” Strategy games can’t really be too balanced, but RPGs easily can, and most that come out these days, are.

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Game Designing

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

Just like reality, games need an internal mechanism for the distribution of resources during gameplay. This system is known as the video game economy. The in-game economy creates balance within the game by enabling the player to earn and spend resources as part of the game’s progression. How Does It Work?

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The Bottom Feeder

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

And if I, a game designer, can't enjoy fun, what am I even doing here? Then the awards need to be given in a show that can maintain the delicate balance between respecting the award and the art form, and making money putting the show on. And the studios who made them were rewarded well. It's silly. But it is also fun.

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Game Analytics

DECEMBER 5, 2022

One of the reasons why hyper-casual games are so popular is due to how quick and easy they are to make. Simple controls, artwork, and game design make it easy for any developer to pick up. There are other ways to build a game on a budget. Lifeline by Three Minute Games. This is definitely a game for any H.P.

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Game Dev Unchained

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

I recently spoke to Eric and chronicled his mesmerizing journey from architecture’s rigidity to the fluidity of game development. “I am essentially, I’m the Matte Black Studio. I’m making a game called Lucid ,” began Eric, a clear nod to a rich history of 32-bit gaming, particularly the SNES era.

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CG Spectrum

JUNE 10, 2024

3D Modelling 3D Animation FX Concept Art 2D Animation Game Design Game Programming 3D Modelling: Shaping Virtual Worlds “3D modelling is a rewarding career where you get to bring concepts and 2D imagery to life, sculpting personality and story into characters, objects, and environments.

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iHobo

MARCH 16, 2022

Both myself and the recording technician had to catch a train down from Manchester to London in order to get to the studio we’d booked in Soho. It was a four hour session, more than enough for the core narration of the game since it was only about 200 lines. In the Studio.

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Game Dev Unchained

MAY 1, 2023

AI in Art: Balancing Creativity and Ethics In the realm of digital art, AI technology is stirring up a mix of excitement and controversy. Artists, game developers, and big companies alike are grappling with the implications of AI-generated art, raising questions about consent, copyright, and the value of creativity. .”

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Big Games

MARCH 28, 2025

Which Animation Style is More Resource-Friendly & Effective for Game Development? After knowing about the core differences between both animating techniques, it is essential to consider which style offers the best balance of efficiency and effectiveness. What Are the Future Trends in Animation?

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Logic Simplified

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

Subway Surfers was the most popular game for three consecutive years, with 218 million downloads in 2023, 304 million in 2022, and 191 million in 2021. Source: Business of Apps ) Subway Surfers, an endless runner game, was released by Kiloo Games and SYBO studio in May 2012. It is a simple-to-play game.

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Deconstructor of Fun

DECEMBER 5, 2022

Who is bucking the trend: The Merge Games genre downloads continue to decline as scaling up for these games became very difficult due to the unlimited amount of new entrants and privacy changes. What’s really noticeable in the Merge Mansion’s stride is the investment into the narrative in both game design and the creatives.

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iXie gaming

FEBRUARY 11, 2024

These adjustments touch upon various facets such as gameplay, user interface, and overall game design. While most of the decisions are made from within the confines of the development studio itself, developers place considerable importance on a specific form of game testing to gather invaluable insights.

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iXie gaming

AUGUST 12, 2024

In game development , where time equals money, AI is a great financial benefit. It simulates how players behave, helping to spot balance problems, find cheats, and even measure how fun different parts of the game are. This makes the game smoother and more enjoyable for the players.

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Game Designing

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

Lesson 11: Game Difficulty Summary In this video, Aaron delves into the nuanced topic of difficulty in video games, emphasizing the role of a game designer in setting the difficulty level to align with the narrative and the intended player experience. Up next, we’re going to look at adding a score to our snake game.

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Deconstructor of Fun

JANUARY 17, 2020

Further, recent strategic moves have been made by Voodoo to open “beyond hypercasual” studios. While the diminishing market share and opening of non-hypercasual studios can be seen as Voodoo’s fall from grace, it can also be viewed as Voodoo’s strategic retreat from the hypercasual market.

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Deconstructor of Fun

MARCH 4, 2019

This one is written by Om Tandon (Director of User Experience, DIGIT Game Studios) and Abhimanyu Kumar (Mobile Games Consultant). Bizarre as all this may sound, this recipe works and the game can be very engaging and fun to play, even if you are not a social casino fan! To make sure you don’t miss on all of the ?content

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iXie gaming

MARCH 2, 2025

This technique isnt just a nostalgic throwback; its a strategic design choice that allows developers to craft visually striking, performance-efficient, and highly engaging experiences. From indie studios to AAA developers, 2.5D Works While 2D and 3D have traditionally been viewed as separate paths in game development, 2.5D

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PreMortem.Games

DECEMBER 24, 2024

Still, Nowell strives to maintain a healthy work-life balance. Im also trying hard to learn how to separate my game development and personal life. I dont want to work on my game 7 days a week. Developer Dmitriy Gusev , operating under the name Diedemor Studio, made this game by himself.

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Deconstructor of Fun

APRIL 25, 2022

Over the past ten years, it has not stopped evolving and innovating, with top games beginning with Summoners War (OG), to the Dota Arena and Onmyoji in China , to RAID: Shadow Legends and Marvel Strike Force in the West. System The system design of the game and the in-game stats balance demonstrate Devsisters’ high standards.

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