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Demystifying Attributes, C#'s Under-Utilized Superpower for Game Development
An introduction, overview, and deep dive on the power of C#'s Attributes.
May 18, 2020
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Video Game Deep Cuts: The Ghost Of Id's Pro Skater 2
The latest Video Game Deep Cuts rounds up the notable games released this week, plus delves into the history of Id Software, the return of Tony Hawk's Pro Skater & more.
May 16, 2020
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Open world Level Design: The Full Vision (part 2/5)
In this second part, I will cover a key need that an open world map must meet: Players’ progression.
May 13, 2020
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How the Game & Watch Impacted Nintendo's Handheld Gaming Product Vision
Many folks know about the Game & Watch, but how many know the impact that it had on Nintendo's handheld gaming? In this video, learn more about how important Product Vision is, how you can use it to drive your product growth, using examples from Nintendo.
May 12, 2020
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Four better ways to talk about 'immersion'
We aspire to create ‘immersive’ games, but this word is used to mean several different things. If we are more specific, we can be clearer in what we are trying to achieve, and help our teams work towards a common goal.
May 12, 2020
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Tilemaps: More than a Grid
This post describes two approaches where tilemaps are used in ways that aren't traditionally used. When built correctly, tilemaps can be more than just a static grid of tiles in a 2D space.
May 11, 2020
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How to host a gamesdev event online on a shoestring and raise thousands for charity in the process
An insight into how to run an online two-hour conference for a local gamedev community with eight speakers, hundreds of attendees, and thousands raised for charity.
May 11, 2020
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Spilt Milk Devlog 01 - Begin Again
As we're committing to monthly development updates on our newly launched Patreon, we start with a generous and deep look back at the past several months of life at Spilt Milk Studios - from pitching at PAX East to secret projects.
May 11, 2020
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Niantic's rapid response to lockdown threat cements a robust H1 2020 for Pokemon GO
Despite a seasonal quarter-over-quarter decline in 1Q20 for Niantic's Pokémon GO, the game has been largely untouched by the COVID-19-induced lockdown. Measures taken to enable at-home play will likely offset any decrease in engagement through 2Q20.
May 11, 2020
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CSD: Sequels II: Return of the Franchise
David Galindo, creator and developer of the game series Cook, Serve, Delicious!, returns to our blog to tackle sequels and creating a multi-game franchise while being an indie developer. Why are indie devs so afraid of doing sequels?
May 11, 2020
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Gaining fans for your game? A marathon, not a sprint 2
There is no silver bullet in having people find your game. If you’re relying on one thing to change your fortunes radically - you’re using the wrong strategy to develop & market your game.
May 11, 2020
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Video Game Deep Cuts: The Donkey Kong Snowrunning Team 2
The latest roundup of interesting games, articles & videos from the last week includes new titles like Snowrunner & old beefs like the Donkey Kong high score lawsuit.
May 10, 2020