Game Development
Uncover the thrilling secrets and untold challenges behind the creation of your favorite video games, where imagination meets cutting-edge technology.
Rake in Grass: The Indie Game Studio Making Waves
Martin Sparks
Rake in Grass, a Czech indie game studio, has captivated global audiences with innovative and engaging titles like 'Jets'n'Guns' and 'Rampage Knights' since 2000.
Asher Vollmer: The Game Developer Who Shook the Industry
Vince Vanguard
Asher Vollmer revolutionized the gaming industry with his innovative and addictive mobile game 'Threes!', challenging conventional game design and inspiring a wave of imitators.
Die Gute Fabrik: A Beacon of Creativity in the Gaming World
Martin Sparks
Die Gute Fabrik, a Danish game studio, is celebrated for its innovative and inclusive game design that emphasizes storytelling and social interaction.
The Bardbarian: A Musical Revolution in Gaming
KC Fairlight
Bardbarian is an innovative indie game that combines music and strategy in a vibrant fantasy world, offering a fresh twist on the tower defense genre.
Titanfall: Frontline - The Game That Never Took Off
Vince Vanguard
Titanfall: Frontline's failure highlights the importance of aligning game mechanics with franchise appeal and the pitfalls of inadequate marketing in a saturated mobile gaming market.
Fuse: A Forgotten Gem in the World of Gaming
KC Fairlight
Uncover the story behind 'Fuse,' a 2013 video game by Insomniac Games that struggled to make a lasting impact despite its cooperative gameplay and intriguing premise.
Legends of Aria: The Game That Tried to Revive a Genre and Failed
Vince Vanguard
Legends of Aria's ambitious attempt to revive the sandbox MMORPG genre fell short due to outdated graphics, flawed gameplay mechanics, and poor developer communication.
Nina Freeman: The Game Developer Who's Shaking Up the Industry
Vince Vanguard
Nina Freeman is revolutionizing the gaming industry with her innovative, personal storytelling and indie spirit, challenging traditional gaming norms and inspiring a more diverse landscape.
The Curious Case of N1RV Ann-A: A Game Stuck in Limbo
KC Fairlight
Uncover the challenges faced by Sukeban Games in developing the highly anticipated indie game 'N1RV Ann-A' amidst Venezuela's political and economic turmoil.
Grome: The Digital Landscape Design Tool Revolutionizing Virtual Worlds
Martin Sparks
Grome is a powerful terrain modeling software that enables game developers and visual effects artists to create realistic virtual landscapes with ease and precision.
Unreal: The Forgotten Gem of 1990
Vince Vanguard
Unreal, a 1990 video game by Ubi Soft, stands out as a creative and challenging blend of action, adventure, and puzzle-solving with stunning graphics and a memorable soundtrack.
The Magic of Fast Inverse Square Root: A Journey Through Code and Computation
Martin Sparks
Uncover the legendary Fast Inverse Square Root algorithm used in Quake III Arena for efficient 3D graphics computations.
From Pigs to Glory: The Ingenious World of Hogs of War
Martin Sparks
Hogs of War, the 2000 turn-based strategy game developed by Creative Assembly, ingeniously places pigs in a humorous, strategic battle over swill, captivating players with its unique charm and tactical depth.
The Rise and Fall of Angry Birds Seasons
KC Fairlight
This article examines the journey of 'Angry Birds Seasons,' highlighting its initial success and eventual decline in the evolving mobile gaming industry.
People Can Fly: The Studio Behind the Games
KC Fairlight
People Can Fly is a renowned game development studio known for innovative titles like 'Painkiller,' 'Bulletstorm,' and 'Outriders,' showcasing their unique approach to interactive entertainment.
NeocoreGames: The Creative Minds Behind Epic Adventures
Martin Sparks
NeocoreGames, a Hungarian video game developer, is celebrated for its innovative storytelling and gameplay in the action RPG genre, captivating players worldwide.
Keflings and Quirk: Building Empires with a Heart
KC Fairlight
"A World of Keflings" offers a playful, lighthearted escape into a world of construction, led by giants, within an adorably simplistic civilization. Released by NinjaBee in 2011, it captivates players with its unique take on collaboration and creativity.
Every Extend: The Explosive Puzzle Game That Redefined Strategy
Martin Sparks
Every Extend is a groundbreaking puzzle game that redefines strategy by rewarding players for strategic self-destruction to create explosive chain reactions.
Deck13: The Unsung Heroes of the Gaming World
Vince Vanguard
Deck13 is a pioneering video game studio known for its innovative gameplay mechanics and immersive storytelling, challenging industry norms with titles like 'The Surge' and 'Lords of the Fallen'.