Game Refinery

MAY 4, 2023

We discussed how the character collector, idle RPG, X-Hero , has been experimenting with different hyper-casual minigames (such as a hypercasual puzzle mode called SaveDog) to help drive user acquisition in our blog on the biggest mobile game development trends of 2022.

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iXie gaming

MARCH 2, 2025

Whether it’s battle passes, time-limited collaborations, or seasonal events, studios must constantly introduce new content without disrupting the games visual and technical integrity. Live-service game development presents unique challenges that traditional pipelines werent designed to handle. These include: (i).

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AWS Games

MARCH 6, 2024

With the annual Game Developer Conference (GDC) just days away, Amazon Web Services (AWS) for Games is ramping up to host exciting technology demonstrations and programming focused on evolving industry trends, including generative artificial intelligence (AI).

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Starloop Studios

JANUARY 5, 2023

Video games have come a long way since their inception. From simple pixel graphics to complex, life-like open worlds, the visuals of modern video games are unparalleled. Animation and VFX are two integral components of game design and development that contribute to [.].

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Big Games

MARCH 28, 2025

In todays dynamic game development world, animation plays a vital role in defining player experiences and shaping game aesthetics. From the pixelated classics of the 80s to todays immersive and realistic graphics, animation has redefined the gaming experience. Lets examine these differences one by one.

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Nvidia

MARCH 24, 2022

This week at GDC, NVIDIA announced a number of new tools for game developers to help save time, more easily integrate NVIDIA RTX, and streamline the creation of. NVIDIA announces a number of new tools for game developers to help save time, more easily integrate NVIDIA RTX, and streamline the creation of virtual worlds.

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Nvidia

MAY 26, 2021

UE5 represents a generational leap in both workflows and visual fidelity, extending the engine’s support for DirectX Raytracing, NVIDIA DLSS, and NVIDIA Reflex, and adding new features such as Nanite and Lumen that make it faster and easier for games to implement photorealistic visuals, large open worlds and advanced animation and physics.

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PreMortem.Games

JULY 26, 2024

The fact that it took him over five years to get to the point that it’s nearly ready for Early Access is largely due to learning the ropes of game development along the way. Why did you become a solo developer? Game development is the most time-consuming thing I’ve ever done. Now, it totally consumes him.

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Game Development News

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

Bits + Pixels will now represent the open-world action MMORPG title Black Desert in Europe and America - MCV/DEVELOP

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Ask a Game Dev

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

Scoping is an ongoing process and not a particular phase of development that we finish. Even though we try to figure out what we can do early on, we still have to make scope adjustments as we follow the schedule.

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Game Development News

JUNE 29, 2023

Hooded Horse has announced that it has signed the open-world survival game Necesse - MCV/DEVELOP

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Game Development News

JUNE 29, 2023

Hooded Horse has announced that it has signed the open-world survival game Necesse - MCV/DEVELOP

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Game Development News

MARCH 22, 2023

Splash Damage are working with Chris ‘Sacriel’ Ball and Mike ‘shroud’ Grzesiek on a new open-world survival game called Project Astrid

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DameDev.tv

NOVEMBER 21, 2022

Listen to the whole chat here: [link] Our 'AHA' moments Pixel art is easy to get started in Pixel art is a cartoony aesthetic Consistency with your pixel art is important Tilesets vs Hand crafted pixel art Getting Started With Pixel Art (17:40 - 19:11) Pixel art requires a low barrier of entry compared to other aspects of game development.

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Game Errors

FEBRUARY 14, 2023

Dragon’s Dogma: Dark Arisen was released on Steam and by now the game received a lot of good reviews. Dark Arisen is a huge open-world game in which players start an epic adventure with three AI companions called Pawns.

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PreMortem.Games

JANUARY 26, 2024

Through initiatives like mobile game jams and interschool esports, she aims to foster girls’ interest in STEAM fields. She encourages early exposure to career possibilities like game design, game development, and shout casting and believes this early desire motivates them to persist.

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Logic Simplified

AUGUST 1, 2023

Good level design is crucial for creating engaging and challenging gameplay, as well as for keeping players immersed in the game world. So, if you're designing a platformer, an open-world game, or a first-person shooter, effective level design is key to keeping your players engaged and invested in the game.

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Game Errors

APRIL 19, 2023

Japanese games are often associated with storytelling, character design, and anime-style aesthetics, while Western games are known for their focus on gameplay mechanics and immersive open-world environments. Another factor is Japan’s strong cultural affinity for gaming.

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PreMortem.Games

NOVEMBER 17, 2023

“Sadly, the reality of the business showed me that the type of games that pay the rent weren’t the type of experiences I wanted to create”, he says. After a five-year hiatus from game development, he returned as a solo developer to create his debut game Repunk. How did you come up with the idea for Repunk?

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iXie gaming

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

The world of video games has undergone a remarkable transformation over the years, evolving from simple pixelated screens to immersive, open-world environments with complex narratives and stunning graphics. Let’s explore how game testing has evolved and how modern QA teams navigate today’s complex gaming landscapes.

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Big Games

JANUARY 31, 2024

Dive into a heartfelt tale and witness how your choices shape the narrative before Your Eyes offer a distinctive and emotional gaming experience on your mobile device. Genshin Impact Genshin Impact has set new standards for open-world RPGs on mobile.

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iHobo

JULY 5, 2023

But precisely because we live in a world of 'stories everywhere', we need to be careful to understand how games engage with narrative. Yet there is a problem that the narrative motive faces when we play games that we do not face with other narrative media like film and written stories.

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iXie gaming

AUGUST 11, 2024

We’ll discuss how to balance intuition with structure, share real-world success stories, and provide best practices for overcoming challenges. Here’s how to organize the process and make exploratory testing more efficient: Session-Based Testing Trying to explore a large open world without a map can be confusing.

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Deconstructor of Fun

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024

The three predictions for the AI x Game Industry in 2025: Games made by AI will fail to impress both the player and the publishers. The first iteration of AI tools for game development will not have the impact investors were dreaming of. AI frees up developers to focus on more creative aspects.

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Logic Simplified

OCTOBER 23, 2023

Engaging them with the surroundings and giving them choices that impact the plot and gameplay makes them feel part of the game. Video games that integrate elements to create a “realistic and open world” aim to be more than just a source of entertainment.

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iXie gaming

JANUARY 16, 2024

From releasing the most highly rated games in 20 years to the increasing adoption of transformative technologies in game development , this year has made us see new solutions in the industry. Here, we explore some of the top games of 2023 and why they feature in our list. As of September 2023, the game had sold over 19.5

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Raph Koster

SEPTEMBER 24, 2022

A lot of the folks streaming about games weren’t born yet either. I saw a post on Reddit yesterday that asked “how come no other MMOs have done open world housing, besides ArcheAge ?” The end of the world covers several games, but includes the story of the end of beta. Our original tiny team.

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Game Errors

JUNE 18, 2023

Horizon Zero Dawn by Dutch Guerilla Games (Killzone) is an open-world action RPG that, at first glance, resembles a more visually attractive variant of Far Cry: Primal. What can discourage you from enjoying this truly great game is that Horizon Zero gets stuck on the loading screen after launch.

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Game Errors

FEBRUARY 8, 2023

Ghost Recon Wildlands is an exciting third-person tactical shooter video game created and published by Ubisoft. Outdated game: game developers frequently release new updates or patches to improve game performance. Ghost Recon Wildland has garnered millions of gamers worldwide.

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Played with Fire

APRIL 14, 2022

Creators are easier to reach by fans of their game. This is easier for them to do in the case of indie game developers. Disadvantages of indie games. To keep things less colorful, indie games (like everything in this world) also have their drawbacks. A small budget means less time to develop a game.

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Deconstructor of Fun

AUGUST 26, 2024

This necessitates a renewed focus on innovation and versatility in game development, with an emphasis on creating differentiated experiences that cater to evolving player preferences. Elden Ring went up against the tried-and-true “Assassin’s Creed” Open World trope and threw away the book.

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Radiator Blog

JUNE 2, 2023

I completed the main campaign in Redfall ( official site, Steam , also on Game Pass), a 4 player co-op open world shooter by Arkane Austin, who's mostly known for detailed single player story-filled action games. In this sense, playing a 75% finished game is more useful than playing a 100% finished game.

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Game Designing

FEBRUARY 13, 2023

Atmosphere, when done right, can turn the bundle of programming, art, and sound that we call a video game into something so much more than the sum of its parts. Though it is easily overlooked, especially for newer devs focused more on the nitty-gritty of game development, the atmosphere is a crucial component for any successful release.

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SOVEREIGN MOON

OCTOBER 11, 2020

Recently, we’ve been publishing a lot of content about how to make space related games without having to know how to code. However, we thought we’d switch things up a little by focusing on playing games, rather than making them. Eve Online is a breathtakingly beautiful space game with depth that many people find hard to escape.

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Moonmana

APRIL 24, 2023

What is Web3 gaming? The world of gaming is wonderful indeed. The worldwide game development industry has come a long way from games with simple gameplay and mechanics to complex feature-rich titles. So what is web3 gaming , and what drives the popularity of these blockchain games?

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iXie gaming

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024

However, the choice between 2D and 3D animation styles has a profound impact on how games are experienced. Understanding the differences between these two animation styles is crucial for game developers, artists, and players alike. The Basics: What is 2D and 3D Animation?

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SOVEREIGN MOON

SEPTEMBER 29, 2020

Sovereign Moon Studios is dedicated to helping game enthusiasts bring their creative visions to life by teaching them how to make a video game from scratch without having to know how to code or draw. . As you’ll see, world building can be done quickly if you leave a bit of time for play and experimentation. Learn More ?

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