Free-to-play and live-service games have become well-established in the gaming industry. They provide players with a convenient way to start playing, and the longevity of such games hinges on the appeal of their existing content as well as the strategy for delivering and monetizing future updates. Monetization methods in these games play a pivotal role…
AR/VR games introduce a new dimension to gaming by integrating the physical and virtual worlds. Several tools and technologies set AR/VR games apart from conventional games. Creating captivating visual experiences in VR games requires specialized visual effects (VFX) tools that can enhance immersion, realism, and overall player engagement. And VR plugins play a crucial role…
Roblox, a name synonymous with gamers spanning various demographics, is one of the largest gaming services in the world. From its humble beginnings nearly twenty years ago, Roblox has come a long way. While a lot of its success can be attributed to the company’s support with content updates over the years, the key to…
Legendary developer and Industry Icon Shigeru Miyamoto once said, “A delayed game is eventually good, but a rushed game is forever bad.” This statement stood true for a long time in the industry, no doubt. But the games of today are a different beast. A rushed game can eventually be patched and turned into beautiful…
Video games have become a prominent form of entertainment, deeply ingrained in pop culture, and have shed the previous stigma of being a time-wasting activity. Nowadays, gaming surpasses mainstream movies in terms of audience engagement, and popular game titles consistently generate substantial revenue. Unity, a widely adopted game engine, plays a pivotal role in empowering…
Augmented Reality (AR) and Virtual Reality (VR) represent the cutting edge of technology, and some of the most immersive experiences in gaming by bridging the gap between digital and physical worlds. While this sub-category of gaming is still in its infancy compared to the industry as a whole and therefore has a much smaller market,…
To call the Unreal engine a cornerstone of the games industry is not an understatement. Perhaps, one of the most popular game engines in the market, Unreal has been around since the advent of 3d graphics in games. Right from the first game developed on the engine, aptly named Unreal, to the games released today…
Unity is synonymous with game developers around the world. Ever since its release in 2005, the game engine has seen several iterations and has evolved significantly over the years. The game engine has amassed popularity thanks to its versatility and ease of use compared to other engines in the market. Unity has emerged as one…
Gaming can be associated with a lot of things today. Having come a long way from its humble beginnings in the 80s, gaming today is a core part of pop culture. The interactive medium does not only co-exist with other forms of art and entertainment but complements them by adding value through lending characters, stories,…
Epic Games recently announced an expansive creation toolkit for its juggernaut of a game you may know as Fortnite. This toolkit provides its users the freedom to create unique levels and experiences and publish them for Fortnite players to enjoy. Epic touted that creators with high player engagement within their creations will get a share…