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Fallout 4 VR to be bundled with the HTC Vive
Fallout 4 VR to be bundled with the HTC Vive
HTC has announced today that the HTC Vive is set to be bundled with the upcoming Fallout 4 VR, set to launch December 12th of this year.
Oct. 2, 2017
Video: You suck at showcasing your game -- here's how to improve
Video: You suck at showcasing your game -- here's how to improve
At GDC 2017 indie game dev Nicolas Berbece takes the stage to offer tips and practical advice you can use to make your next event worthwhile.
Oct. 2, 2017
Get a job: Skydance Interactive is looking for a Narrative Designer
Get a job: Skydance Interactive is looking for a Narrative Designer
Skydance Interactive is looking for a Narrative Designer to work on cutting-edge story-driven VR games and design and create innovative player experiences in Marina Del Rey, California.
Oct. 2, 2017
Video Game Deep Cuts: The Creative Loot Box Observer
Video Game Deep Cuts: The Creative Loot Box Observer
Some of this week's highlights include the history of Creative Assembly, a disassembly of the loot box phenomenon, and analysis of the cyberpunk standout Observer.
Oct. 2, 2017
Bringing Galaxy on Fire 3 to Vulkan: Handling Resources and Assets
Bringing Galaxy on Fire 3 to Vulkan: Handling Resources and Assets
Blog series on how we brought our game to Vulkan. This is post 2 of 5 covering textures, shaders and graphics pipelines.
Oct. 2, 2017
Brain in a Jar 1: Two Systems
Brain in a Jar 1: Two Systems
There are two brains, at least, in our heads. They operate as two distinct systems with different features and abilities. Well-designed games engage both systems effectively.
Oct. 2, 2017
What Is Games ‘User Experience’ (UX) and How Does It Help?
What Is Games ‘User Experience’ (UX) and How Does It Help?
For developers unfamiliar with UX or wanting an easy overview: What is Games UX? What does it do for you and your team? How can I know if my game needs UX attention? What is the difference between UX and UI?
Oct. 2, 2017
Things, Analytics and the Future of Cities
Things, Analytics and the Future of Cities
Last year at Strata New York, we spoke about the first truly connected Olympics. This year we’ve chosen an equally interesting topic: the impact of
Sept. 29, 2017
ICANN Postpones Major Internet Security Update
ICANN Postpones Major Internet Security Update
ICANN Postpones Major Internet Security Update. KSK rollover could kick 750m internet users offline
Sept. 29, 2017
Uber London Ban Sees Rise in Malicious Taxi Apps
Uber London Ban Sees Rise in Malicious Taxi Apps
Uber London Ban Sees Rise in Malicious Taxi Apps. RiskID spots fake apps serving adware and linking to bad sites
Sept. 29, 2017
Classic Postmortem: No One Lives Forever 2: A Spy in HARM's Way
Classic Postmortem: No One Lives Forever 2: A Spy in HARM's Way
Fifteen years ago today, the campy shooter No One Lives Forever 2: A Spy in H.A.R.M.’S Way was released. To celebrate its anniversary, we present this classic postmortem of the game's development.
Sept. 29, 2017
Surviving the unexpected in indie development to make Ruiner
Surviving the unexpected in indie development to make Ruiner
We chatted with the developers of Ruiner to learn about making good cyberpunk and good top-down twin-stick shooters.
Sept. 29, 2017