A game mechanic is a rule, system, or interaction that defines how players engage with a game. Think of game mechanics as the fundamental building blocks that create gameplay experiences—they’re the specific actions players can take, the rules that govern…

Game development can be very difficult and Knowing when to quit Making a Game is a critical skill to avoid burning out as a gamedev

Introduction Why Some Game Developers Feel Trapped Making Video Games Many passionate gamers pursue careers making the very interactive worlds they love playing. But as global gaming continues growing into a $200 billion industry, unhealthy pressures lead workers feeling creatively…

Countdown timers are a common feature in many games, and can be used to create tension, increase player engagement, or simply serve as a way to track time-based events in a game. In this article, we will show you how…

Procedural shader techniques allow generating complex geometry and patterns directly in the shader. This opens up many possibilities for unique styling without heavy modeling work. In this tutorial, we’ll explore a shader that produces randomized procedural shapes with controllable properties…