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Fascinating conversation between Christopher Dring (head of Gamesindustry.biz) and shawn layden (previous head of PlayStation) on tangible solutions for the future of gaming studios. Some very interesting questions/thoughts raised: 1. As gamers, do we continue to correlate length of games vs. a fun/impactful experience? (i.e. this game is worth my money because it's X # of hours). 2. "Is AI the answer? No. AI will be an assisting technology." We need to rethink how we make games compared to 40 years ago by building more/stronger tool sets & engines to support game devs. 3. Being ok to make a hard call when something isn't working. Being disciplined with our deadlines and constantly interrogating what we're doing and building. As a Lead UX Designer in games, I really hope to hear more conversations like this one! 🎮 https://lnkd.in/gFpS5Cpf

I’ve built something new and it involves #bikes and #tech… My latest side project is called The Gradient Games. It’s a new form of health/training motivation for people who ride bikes. It brings together gaming, rewards and (friendly) competition, as incentives to live a more #activelifestyle. 👉 app.thegradientgames.com 👈 The Gradient Games offers weekly competitions in which you earn points by riding your bike. Your points convert into chances to win. Think “raffle”, but instead of buying tickets, you earn them through #movement. The Gradient Games is currently open in Beta, with 17 riders (and counting...) already playing in the first game (thanks so much 🙏). There’s post-Beta perks on offer for those who join early and connect their Strava account (this is where I get the activity data from), so jump in and don't miss out 😏 If you like the sound of this and know others who might, I’ll see you (and them 🤞) in the games! Let’s get the world moving.

Multiplayer mechanics are not just an add-on; they're a game-changer! They enable developers to create immersive worlds where players can interact, compete, and cooperate. This trend has led to a surge in creativity and engagement within online game builders, pushing the boundaries of what games can achieve. Explore the latest multiplayer tools and elevate your game-building skills! #GamingTrends #OnlineGameDevelopment #MultiplayerExperience #GameDesign

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🎮 Dive into Part 2 of our [Interview] with Gameberry Studios! 🌱 Explore their approach to creating games - 1) longevity longer, 2) emphasizing Return on Ad Spend (ROAS) and how they 3) predict players' playing time. Learn how they've navigated these challenges and found success along the way. Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/gGSwRN8R #GameDevelopment #EnduringGames #Interview #BACKND #ROAS

Unity’s Data-Oriented Technology Stack (DOTS) is changing the game—literally! Imagine transforming Unity’s performance with a design that’s optimized for speed and scale. DOTS shifts from traditional object-oriented methods to a data-driven approach, supercharging: 🔹 Massive scalability 🔹 Reduced latency 🔹 Memory efficiency Ideal for high-demand projects, like vast multiplayer games and simulations that need top performance on even low-end devices. Wondering how DOTS could supercharge your project? Get the full scoop 👉https://lnkd.in/gTdCkSxp #DOTS #Unity #GameDev #PerformanceOptimization 

A few tricks to keep players engaged without adding any major LiveOps events:- - Add competition: The best way to do that is having an XP system and making a leaderboard so players can compete. You can add rewards based on levels reached. A thing that always works is giving players cool titles when they reach a level. - Revise the gameplay: Once players are done going through the core loop, reset it! Now this might seem like a bad idea but we have been doing this for years now, we just named it 'Rebirth'. - Add new IAPs with great visuals every week: Now this isn't going to require a lot of work and can boost retention. - Add free play activites: Add fun interactive objects throughout the map so players will never get bored. - Introduce competitions based on the core loop: If it's a running simulator, add races. If it's a fighting simulator, add one on one fights. If it's an avatar shop, introduce shopping spree competitions. This totally relies on the type of game and your creativitiy. - Add free crate drops: Just like it's in our popular battle royale games, we can incorporate this idea too. Give free stuff to keep players incentivized. - Rewarding tactics: Add a daily login system, achievements system to keep rewarding players. Achievement system once built, will require minimal work to add new achievements and rewards and can keep players engaged for a long time. #gamedev #gamedesign #gamedevelopment #gamedesigner #liveops #gameindustry #gamesindustry #roblox #unity #unrealengine

Procedural generation is changing the landscape of online game creation. By using algorithms to create content, developers can produce vast, varied worlds without manually designing every element. This approach not only saves time but also allows for infinite replayability, keeping players engaged for longer. Imagine exploring a new, uniquely crafted environment every time you play! Start your journey into procedural generation and create limitless gaming experiences today! #ProceduralGeneration #GameDesign #EndlessPossibilities #GameDevelopment

I’m thrilled to announce the beta launch of our product: Create 'n' Play! 🎉 After finding it cumbersome to juggle multiple apps for different games on Discord, I set out to streamline the experience. With Create 'n' Play, you now have the power to create ANY text-based game with just a simple command and play with friends—all in one place. Have you just binge-watched *House of the Dragon*? Create a dragon-taming adventure! 🐉 Want to test your knowledge of Product Hunt? Craft a startup pitching challenge! 💡 The possibilities are endless. Whether it's inspired by the latest trend, a recent show, or a wild idea, Create 'n' Play can turn your imagination into interactive fun. Give it a try and let me know the unique games you come up with. I’m eager to see how creative our community can get! 🚀 #CreateNPlay #Innovation #Gaming #Discord #ProductLaunch

New Project Update! Over the last week, I participated in the Bullet Hell Jam 5 on itch.io and developed a 3D Arena Shooter called Chaos Desert. I visited the Playcrafting Indie Dev nights at BrookLAN: New York’s Home For Gaming & Esports and was inspired by the Arena Brawlers games I saw so I wanted to attempt something like that for this Jam. Working on this game was quite fun because one of the biggest things I often forget in game development is how much can be achieved in prototyping stages with just regular blocks and cubes before package assets come into play. Without the pressure of scope-creeping, downloading art assets, and implementing animations, I overcame problems and challenges with high focus that arose on the programming side of gameplay. I focused on designing and scripting reusable gameplay systems with both Players and NPCs taking advantage of those systems, which strengthened my understanding of good AI Design and ultimately made it easier to implement other game features. (weapons, game feel, turrets, bullet types, match settings and behavior systems for AI, etc....) I am personally proud of this one, and might continue to work on it but for now, here's a link to try it out! https://lnkd.in/ehzX-zti #gamedev