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Strategies for Optimizing Multiplayer Games in Unity

Logic Simplified

Using the Profiler allows developers to detect memory-intensive code sections which they should optimize. Logic Simplified is a Unity Game Development Company with the finest, most creative game concept artists , 2D and 3D game designers , and UX designers.

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A friend of mine wants to become a game designer without learning any other disciplines in game dev, he seems very sure this is possible but his confidence comes off as “idea guy” to me. I like thinking about design as well and how it could all fit together cohesively but I’m worried he’s setting himself up for failure by not learning another discipline to go along with it. Am I correct in this thought or am I being an jerk?

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That might mean working on combat, quests, cinematics, narrative, itemization, UX, enemies, levels/environments, or any of a number of other specialties. A cinematic designer doesn't need to understand how to code but does need to learn how to use tools like Source Filmmaker to stage and block cinematics.

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Upcoming CIMFest Keynote: Flavored by Authenticity

Game Design Aspect

Roundtable: Creating Non-Toxic Gamer Communities (1 PM Eastern) What game design principles can be used to promote friendlier and harassment-free communities? Join us for a discussion on what strategies game designers can use to create safe virtual spaces that are enjoyable for all players. GamingSEL).

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A Comprehensive Guide to Regression Testing in Video Games

iXie gaming

The idea behind regression testing is to rerun different tests on your video game (functional and non-functional) after making updates. It helps ensure the new code changes do not introduce bugs. This is because a simple code change can bring new logic that differs from the existing game code, resulting in defects.

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Upcoming Panel at SXSW Online 2021

Game Design Aspect

This panel discusses how designers and storytellers can build in empathic elements that can be found and engaged with even when the larger narrative gets delivered out of order. Meet the panelists: Sande Chen is a writer and game designer with over 15 years of experience in the game industry.

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Flavored by Authenticity: How Personal Experiences Amplify Narrative

Game Design Aspect

Sande Chen Profiled as one of the Game Industry's Top 100 Most Influential Women and a 2020 Women in Games Global Hall of Fame winner, Sande Chen is a writer and game designer with over 15 years of experience in the industry. His latest book is Gaming SEL: Games as Transformational to Social and Emotional Learning (bit.ly/GamingSEL).

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A comprehensive guide to in-demand roles in film and games

CG Spectrum

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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