Open World Fatigue: Why Players Stop Exploring Game Maps
Former GTA 6 designer Cameron Williams reveals why most players ignore side content in massive open worlds and how developers are adapting to changing player habits.
4/5/2025
Game Development
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Explore the art and science of Game Development with our comprehensive coverage. This tag brings you the latest news, trends, and tools shaping video game creation. From game design and programming to indie projects and industry innovations, we cover engines like Unity and Unreal, development techniques, and career insights. Whether you're an aspiring developer, seasoned programmer, or curious gamer, our Game Development tag offers valuable resources and updates to fuel your passion for building immersive gaming experiences.
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Game Development
The Gaming Gold Rush Is Over. Here's What That Means For Your Favorite Developers
As veteran-led studios like Humanoid Origins close their doors and the pandemic gaming boom fades, the industry faces its biggest restructuring in decades. From Mass Effect veterans to indie startups, here's why even the biggest names in gaming are struggling to keep the lights on.
1/8/2025
What is Unreal Engine? The Tech Behind Gaming's Biggest Hits
Explore Unreal Engine, the technology powering Fortnite, Final Fantasy VII Remake, and countless AAA hits. Discover how this powerful engine shapes modern gaming's biggest experiences.
3/7/2025
What is Unity? Game Engine Powering Your Favorite Games
Discover Unity, the engine behind Among Us, Pokémon GO, and countless other hits. Learn how this powerful tool shapes modern gaming and why it's revolutionizing game development.
3/6/2025
Game Devs Are Using AI Whether They Like It Or Not
New GDC survey reveals over half of game studios are using AI tools, but developers themselves remain skeptical, with younger devs particularly resistant to adoption.
2/13/2025
CI Games Shifts Focus After Lords of the Fallen Launch
Lords of the Fallen developer CI Games reveals future strategy during investor chat, confirms sequel playtesting for 2025 and continued updates including Version 2.0
2/11/2025
Neverwinter Nights 2 Enhanced Edition: Coming Soon?
After 19 years, Neverwinter Nights 2 may finally be getting a re-release! SteamDB hints at an Enhanced Edition, sparking excitement among fans. Is Aspyr at the helm?
2/12/2025
FM25 Canceled: Devs Apologize to Football Manager Fans
Sports Interactive cancels Football Manager 25 after development struggles, marking the first series skip since 2004. Devs apologize to fans for the delay and disappointment.
2/7/2025
Epic Games Store Hits 295M Players: Key Stats & Updates
The Epic Games Store just hit 295 million PC players in 2025. Dive into stats like free game giveaways, Disney collaborations, and why devs are flocking to the platform.
2/15/2025
Ubisoft Skull and Bones $200M Failure
Dive into the decade-long saga of Ubisoft’s Skull and Bones—a $200M live-service disaster born from Assassin’s Creed’s success. Investigates mismanagement, workplace turmoil, and the real cost of chasing trends.
1/29/2025
Path of Exile Updates Delayed as Sequel Takes Priority
Grinding Gear Games admits challenges in maintaining Path of Exile while developing its sequel, as studio head Jonathan Rogers apologizes for delayed updates and ongoing development struggles
2/2/2025
DeepSeek's Budget AI: A Game Development Revolution
Chinese AI firm DeepSeek is disrupting game development with cost-effective AI models that could democratize advanced gaming features. At $5.6M versus OpenAI's $100M for comparable models, smaller studios might soon access tools previously reserved for AAA developers
1/28/2025