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The Soundscape of Suara: An Audio-Reactive Action Game
The Soundscape of Suara: An Audio-Reactive Action Game
This article focuses on the unique technical and aesthetic challenges involved in making our audio-reactive action game, Suara. Sound and music played a critical role in the overall design of the game as gameplay reacts dynamically to the game's score.
March 2, 2018
Making your game run as smooth as butter on the iPad Pro.
Making your game run as smooth as butter on the iPad Pro.
Apple's latest generation iPad Pro devices have been available for some time now. They come with what Apple calls ProMotion technology. But really, it's just what game developers call 120Hz display refresh. Once implemented, games run ever so smooth.
March 2, 2018
Leaving CDProjekt RED, a first step in the dark (Part 4)
Leaving CDProjekt RED, a first step in the dark (Part 4)
The conclusion of a 4 parts series about my time at CDProjekt and how I came to leave to build my own startup.
March 2, 2018
Doing an HD Remake the Right Way: Chrono Trigger Edition
Doing an HD Remake the Right Way: Chrono Trigger Edition
The Chrono Trigger "HD re-make" has all the same problems as FFV and FFVI. Let's talk about it.
March 1, 2018
An Examination Into Environmental Storytelling
An Examination Into Environmental Storytelling
Environmental Storytelling is a concept that most designers know it when they see it, but for today, we're going to examine what it means for video games.
March 1, 2018
Leaving CDProjekt RED, a first step in the dark (Part 3)
Leaving CDProjekt RED, a first step in the dark (Part 3)
The 3rd part of a 4 parts series. How I created my company while still having a full-time job at CDProjekt, and the chain of event that would see me quit.
March 1, 2018
Let's talk about... violent video game research
Let's talk about... violent video game research
Here we go again! How to prepare yourself for a conversation about violent video games. Read the research, watch the videos, share with your friends!
Feb. 28, 2018
Leaving CDProjekt RED, a first step in the dark (Part 2)
Leaving CDProjekt RED, a first step in the dark (Part 2)
The second part of how I entered the game industry and came to leave my dream job at CDProjekt RED, to start my own business.
Feb. 28, 2018
Game Level Generation Using Neural Networks
Game Level Generation Using Neural Networks
We discuss here how we generated game levels using artificial neural network in our game Fantasy Raiders. In addition, we suggested you to consider how the machine learning can provide new perspectives and inspirations to the game designers.
Feb. 27, 2018
Leaving CDProjekt RED, a first step in the dark (Part 1)
Leaving CDProjekt RED, a first step in the dark (Part 1)
Sharing the story of how I entered the game industry and came to leave my dream job at CDProjekt RED, to start my own business.
Feb. 27, 2018
Finding the fun in VR-centric design: Telekinesis
Finding the fun in VR-centric design: Telekinesis
VR is all about iteration and experimentation, making uncovering and locking down the fun of your design a tricky challenge. This article covers what went in to creating a first-of-its-kind VR telekinesis, and the rabbit hole we fell in to get there.
Feb. 27, 2018
Love and hate from fans, how to deal with it
Love and hate from fans, how to deal with it
When your house gets stalked by fans, you know you have a very passionate audience. Dealing with their love and hate can be an emotional rollercoaster and a business minefield. The CEO of tinyBuild shares his pro-tips of how to deal with love and hate.
Feb. 27, 2018