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Unlocking the Potential of Player Input
The process of game development is a labor of love, with countless hours dedicated to crafting immersive worlds, engaging gameplay mechanics, and captivating narratives. However, the true measure of a game's success often rests in the hands of its players. Player feedback serves as a vital tool, offering developers a unique window into the minds of their audience, and providing invaluable insight…
Oct. 4, 2023, 10:05 a.m.
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Designing Character Customization Tools for Gender Inclusivity
At the recent Devcom event, freelance narrative designer Arden Osthof presented a talk titled 'Playing with gender: A design framework for character customisation,' focusing on strategies for game developers to enhance their character creation tools and make them more inclusive of diverse gender identities. Osthof, who has worked on several notable projects including the Anno series and Tom Clanc…
Sept. 26, 2023, 10:04 a.m.
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Designing Character Customization Tools for Gender Inclusivity
At a recent Devcom event, Arden Osthof, a seasoned narrative designer, presented a talk titled "Playing with Gender: A Design Framework for Character Customization." The discussion focused on strategies for game developers to create more inclusive character customization tools. Osthof, who has worked on projects such as the Anno series and Tom Clancy's The Division 2, emphasized the importance of…
Sept. 26, 2023, 10:04 a.m.
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Designing Character Customization Tools for Gender Inclusivity
At the recent Devcom event, senior narrative designer Arden Osthof presented a talk titled 'Playing with gender: A design framework for character customisation,' focusing on strategies for game developers to create more inclusive protagonist creation tools. With a background in working on projects such as the Anno series and Tom Clancy's The Division 2, Osthof has been researching character creat…
Sept. 26, 2023, 10:04 a.m.
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Revitalizing the VR Industry: A New Playbook for Success
The recent unveiling of Apple's XR headset, Vision Pro, has sparked immense excitement and interest in the VR industry. Similarly, Meta's announcement of the Quest Pro has shed light on the vast potential of VR. Over the past two years, the industry has made significant strides in creating more immersive and engaging VR experiences, with early adopters witnessing tremendous growth since the relea…
Sept. 19, 2023, 8:40 a.m.
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Revitalizing VR: A New Strategy for Widespread Adoption
The recent unveiling of Apple's Vision Pro and Meta's Quest Pro has generated significant buzz around the VR industry. However, despite the hype, VR adoption has not met expectations, with IDC reporting a 20.9% decline in VR sales in 2022. To address this, the industry must reexamine its approach. Four key areas for improvement include providing developers with comprehensive analytics, offering i…
Sept. 19, 2023, 8:40 a.m.
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Revolutionizing VR: Why a New Approach is Necessary for Widespread Adoption
The recent announcements of Apple's Vision Pro and Meta's Quest Pro have generated significant buzz around VR technology, highlighting its immense potential. Despite this, the industry has yet to achieve the widespread adoption many had anticipated, with VR sales declining by 20.9% in 2022. To bridge the gap between hype and adoption, the industry must reassess its approach. Four key areas can he…
Sept. 19, 2023, 8:40 a.m.
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Key Child Protection Regulations: Compliance and Best Practices
The online landscape offers numerous educational opportunities, but it also poses significant risks to children, as much of the available content is designed for adults and can be easily accessed by minors. As a result, there is a growing consensus among governments and the global population that more needs to be done to ensure age-appropriate access to goods and services. It is estimated that a…
Sept. 12, 2023, 2:24 p.m.
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Four Crucial Child Protection Laws to Know - And How to Ensure Compliance
The internet offers numerous valuable learning opportunities, but children can easily access content not intended for them. As a result, governments worldwide are introducing laws to ensure age-appropriate access to online goods and services. An estimated one in three internet users is under 18, and many children can lie about their age to access adult-oriented platforms. To address these issues,…
Sept. 12, 2023, 2:24 p.m.
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Key Child Protection Laws to Watch - Compliance Guidance for Developers
The internet offers numerous learning opportunities, but much of its content is geared towards adults, and children can easily access inappropriate material. As a result, there is a growing consensus that more needs to be done to ensure age-restricted access to goods and services. With an estimated one in three internet users under 18, many children are exposed to online environments designed for…
Sept. 12, 2023, 2:24 p.m.