PreMortem.Games

MARCH 29, 2024

The low-poly racing game, developed by Polish indie developer Pixel Perfect Dude , feels like a love letter to the PlayStation 1 era of rally games, where you could actually name the top drivers and the cars they drove. “Ah Drive Rally is expanding their racing portfolio while maintaining the game’s aesthetic.

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Mnenad

JANUARY 25, 2018

This chapter is all about how I solved it (so far) to be able to place all kinds of assets like 3D-meshes or self-growing fractal seeds on the terrain. At least bring some drinks for your friends as well next time…   And the same counts for a video game. Before we start. Freezing is simply annoying and kills the flow.

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Brand Game Development

JANUARY 7, 2019

In 1995, the game formerly known as Settlers of Catan was nothing more than the obscure creation of designer Klaus Teuber. The board game market as we know it today did not exist yet. Catan was the first major hobby board game to come into existence. Need help on your board game? Need help on your board game?

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iXie gaming

MARCH 2, 2025

Live-service games have transformed the gaming industry, shifting from standalone releases to dynamic, continuously evolving experiences. How do top game studios maintain a constant flow of high-quality assets without bottlenecks? Seasonal events and in-game monetization strategies demand an ever-expanding asset library. (ii).

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Cocos

MARCH 29, 2023

Is it feasible to develop a 3D game in 2 hours with AI tools Try it online: [link] the FULL SOURCE CODE will be availabe on Cocos Store. The game will be a 3D Snake, with innovative gameplay and a complex terrain. ChatGPT : In this conversation, we worked together to create a basic 3D snake game.

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PreMortem.Games

DECEMBER 1, 2023

Based in the heart of Edmonton, Canada, Inflexion Games is gearing up for the release of their debut title Nightingale. A shared-world survival crafting game set to hit PC Early Access early next year. ​​”For us, it’s almost the beginning of the journey. We’ll continue to grow and expand the game in the months and years to come.”

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CG Spectrum

DECEMBER 4, 2022

Head of VFX Daniel Hourigan ( Aquaman , The Hunger Games: Mockingjay , Terminator: Dark Fate ) takes us through how he built his KitBash3D Mission to Minerva settlement in Houdini, detailing key steps from his recent informative livestreams, including a great workaround for creating a fast rendering volumetric glow. Selecting a base terrain.

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Radiator Blog

OCTOBER 13, 2022

SPOILER WARNING: I keep specific story spoilers vague, but I do have to talk about what happens in the games somehow. Still, you can argue that it's a stunning achievement just to be able to debate these questions in a video game. Can't wait for the full frontal in the next game!) Well, I don't know anything about that.

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PreMortem.Games

JULY 21, 2023

In early 2021, Cukia Kimani , co-founder of South Africa’s renowned studio Nyamakop , and a close-knit circle of four friends embarked on an extraordinary challenge that involved making 12 games in 12 months. He recalls booting it up and as soon as he saw the magic within, asking his mum if people create games for a living.

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Jaunty Bear Games

SEPTEMBER 30, 2021

There are many aspects to consider when building a game. The post-processing stack (v2) comes with a collection of effects and image filters you can apply to your cameras to improve the visuals of your games. . Terrain Tools. Feel is the best way to improve your game’s feel and make it extra juicy. TextMeshPro.

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The Bottom Feeder

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

In my last post about Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom (Z:TotK for short), a very popular game, I suggested that people would be interested in thoughtful criticism of slightly older games, once the dust has settled and people had the chance to calmly reflect about them. Most people don't actually care about deep dives into game design.

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Catnip Games

JUNE 20, 2023

Interactive elements will be placed using the in-game editor. I export the rendered terrain from Blender as a RGBA image but with alpha value set to depth. The custom terrain shader uses the z-channel to draw water in lower areas of the level. However, the situation is now good. So it’s RGBZ.

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Radiator Blog

AUGUST 12, 2022

So I divided the bumpy terrain into quadrants, with big tree roots gating each section. It helps supplement the stealth fantasy in a game with basically no stealth mechanics. This early prototype felt weird to play, because the player could just run around the big open landscape and lead monsters on a big chase.

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iXie gaming

OCTOBER 10, 2023

As video games get bigger and better, so do the errors and glitches. Regardless of how many hours your game development team spends polishing the video game, some technical glitches are bound to occur. But why do video game glitches occur? Why Do Video Game Glitches Occur? Let’s find out.

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Mircosoft Game Dev

JUNE 21, 2018

We took this opportunity to add some documentation fixes as well as a fix for Bullet physics to allow Marc Gilleron (Zylann) 's terrain plugin to function with Godot 3.0.4. If you are not affected by the asset library bug and do not need the terrain plugin there is no need to upgrade to Godot 3.0.4. We're planning for a larger 3.0.5

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iXie gaming

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

Roblox, a name synonymous with gamers spanning various demographics, is one of the largest gaming services in the world. There have been numerous success stories of passionate creators that have made a living, by making games on Roblox. Then download Roblox Studio, the development environment where you’ll create your game.

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Cocos

MAY 9, 2023

Game supports fixed step updates ● Support for Taobao Mini Games ● [XR] Added HEADTRACKING & PASSTHROUGH to XR build template ● [XR] Support for EYE RENDER END callback Fixes ● Fixed frame rate settings issue for high-refresh devices on the Web and optimized the stability of FPS using RAF. Fixed pre-backed AO calculation issue.

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Mnenad

JULY 8, 2018

But I can now proudly announce that a playable prototype for the video game GenoTerra is finished (and I graduated with the Master in Design *yay*). As you might know, and I repeatedly keep saying, this game forms the practical part of my Master thesis. This work deals with the development and design of an open world game with a high.

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Mircosoft Game Dev

JUNE 15, 2022

Adds TileMap terrain center bit to support "connect" and "path" draw modes ( GH-61809 ). Some of the most notables feature changes in this update are: 2D: Add TileMap terrain center bit to support "connect" and "path" draw modes ( GH-61809 ). 2D: Fix terrains for isometric tilemaps ( GH-61998 ).

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Raph Koster

JULY 3, 2024

And from the video you might think that only applies to the terrain. And like both games, crafting also uses these resource types and statistics. Even something mundane like farming can now draw from a host of variables that normally aren’t available to the game system. Again, you can wishlist the game here.

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Ask a Game Dev

JUNE 14, 2024

3:22 - Conversation wheel with “personality” icons and paraphrased words 3:39 - Dynamic inventory in game cinematics, show player’s items 3:46 - Scripted Player equipment change during cinematic 4:04 - Quest variables (e.g. My expertise is in gameplay, so that’s where I will be focusing. should be directed elsewhere.

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Real Programming

MAY 11, 2023

His passion for gaming is broad, but he has a special love for sandbox games , point-and-click graphic adventures, and RPGs. While he loves teaching coding to students of all levels, he has worked hard on our latest experimental course, Elite Game Engine. Gabe has already made waves working in an advanced field in the IT sector.

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The Bottom Feeder

JUNE 12, 2024

It was a bold choice to ship this game with only one romance option. I wanted to write a third and final article about Baldur's Gate 3 (BG3 for short), a really great game that most people have moved on from, but I want to talk about the most important part of any RPG: LOOT. It's a distraction that pads out an already enormous game.

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Deconstructor of Fun

JULY 15, 2024

For independent game creators, approaching major IP rights holders can feel intimidating. By prioritizing authentic relationships and showcasing creative concepts with sincerity, developers can navigate this complex terrain. To stand out, it's crucial to highlight your game's creative point of difference.

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iXie gaming

OCTOBER 26, 2023

Testing an open-world game can be complex and demanding due to the vast and interconnected nature of the game world. However, it is crucial in ensuring the game’s success as it eliminates possible glitches and bugs, delivering a seamless gaming experience. But what is an open-world game? What is an Open-World Game?

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Cocos

JULY 2, 2024

PR On the Taobao Mini Games platform, WebSocket supports multiple instances. Fixed the issue where the selected texture layer could not be painted again after reselecting the terrain node, and the texture layer needed to be switched to paint. PR Support for WebGPU, currently in experimental version.

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Cocos

JULY 2, 2024

PR On the Taobao Mini Games platform, WebSocket supports multiple instances. Fixed the issue where the selected texture layer could not be painted again after reselecting the terrain node, and the texture layer needed to be switched to paint. PR Support for WebGPU, currently in experimental version.

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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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The Liquid Fire

JANUARY 17, 2024

However, it will include one of most requested features that the previous lesson was missing – tiles of different terrain types, and how that can affect move cost. In addition, the pathfinding rules for Pathfinder are far more complex and varied than those found in games like Final Fantasy Tactics.

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Keith Burgun

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

Between that and the fact that I’m a game designer, and one who is also working on my own RPG, I feel like I’m in a pretty good position to give some thoughts on this latest entry in a way that might be helpful to other Final Fantasy fans. I have had a hell of a time putting time into this game.

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Mircosoft Game Dev

JANUARY 17, 2023

The illustration picture for this article is from Lone Knight by Jean Makes Games. Follow Jean Makes Games on Twitter for updates. Editor: Keep terrain choice when changing layer in TileMap editor ( GH-70601 ). You can also try the Web editor (early testing, it’s still slow and unstable). What’s new.

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Mircosoft Game Dev

SEPTEMBER 19, 2018

Simplex noise, like any other type of noise, is especially useful in two areas of game development: procedural generation and visual effects. If you want to learn more about how fractal noise works and some other terrain generation techniques I strongly recommend this article by Red Blob Games. Applications.

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Mircosoft Game Dev

FEBRUARY 9, 2022

You don't have to worry about manually keeping your scenes in sync across connected devices, even for players connecting mid-game. TileMap: Fix terrain painting when using empty terrain bits ( GH-57631 ). This means the engine can now do a lot of the heavy lifting and get you started on the next multiplayer hit much quicker.

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Game Errors

JULY 16, 2023

Sid Meier’s Civilization 6 is a turn-based strategy video game with a fantastic gameplay experience. However, many players are complaining that they encounter a problem with the “Display device has failed” error message, which subsequently crashes the game while playing on their PCs. Why does Civ 6 not recognize my graphics card?

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Game Errors

AUGUST 24, 2023

SnowRunner is an interesting simulation game that allows players to drive powerful vehicles over rough terrain while they deliver goods to different locations. However, many players have complained about a sudden FPS drop in the game which may result in stuttering, lag, or even constant freezing.

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Game Dev Unchained

APRIL 30, 2024

Check out Lullaby now in Steam: [link] The world of game development is one of constant evolution, a landscape where creativity meets technology in a dance of pixels and sound. His latest project, * Lullaby of Life *, stands as a testament to the power of collaborative innovation and the profound impact of music on gaming experiences.

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The Art of the Game

APRIL 26, 2023

Coming from a art back ground, I get the odd commission here and there – it helps buy things for my game dev journey. So after some tinkering, I got the cabin in Unity and sat down with Ma to sculpt out the terrain, adding a few free assets, such as rocks, along the way. Just let me go work on my game for a bit, first.

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