Level Design
Level design is the art of crafting immersive and engaging environments for video game players to explore. It’s a crucial aspect of game development, shaping the player’s experience and influencing their overall enjoyment of the game. Just as a skilled architect can transform a blank canvas into a stunning structure, a great level designer can bring virtual words to life to captivate and inspire their players.
Effective level design is about more than just creating pretty scenery. It’s about carefully balancing challenge, flow, and player engagement to create an unforgettable gaming experience. A well-designed level should immerse players in the game world, providing a sense of place and atmosphere that makes them feel like they’re actually part of the adventure.
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Pay To Win: The Danger Behind Free To Play Games
With the mobile gaming market growing in popularity, the number of Free2Play games are also increasing simultaneously. From games like Candy Crush & Genshin Impact to Roblox & Monopoly Go!… There are a plethora of games for us to discover and play without spending even a single dollar on it. But that’s not always the… Read More…
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Buried Alive: Startling Truth About The Atari Video Game Burial
The early 1980s marked a pivotal moment in the history of entertainment. During that time video games transitioned from arcade sensations to home console staples. The Atari 2600, with its simple yet addictive gameplay… Became a household name, propelling the industry into an era of unprecedented growth. Titles like Pac-Man, Space Invaders, and Donkey Kong… Read More…
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From Chaos To Creation: Know Random VS Procedural Generation
Many games generate their levels and environments randomly to enhance the replay value and make the gameplay more unique for every person. Quest, characters, treasures, items… Nothing ever stays at the same place. Random generation and procedural generation seem to be often used interchangeably but they are in fact not one and the same even… Read More…
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Mastering Art for Profit: Transforming Creativity Into A Thriving Business
Written by Iris Mullins (Guest Author) Embracing the digital revolution, artists worldwide are finding that their passion for digital art can indeed become a lucrative career and transforming creativity into a thriving business. The journey from hobbyist to professional artist is paved with strategic decisions, from defining your unique style to effectively marketing your creations.… Read More…
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Roguelike VS Roguelite – How To Tell The Difference
I bet some of you had to read the title twice because the difference in the name between a roguelike and a roguelite is just a single letter… This also pretty much shows how different they are from each other. They are almost the same but… Not quite which is why people tend to confuse… Read More…
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Know Your Basics: What Are Game Engines?
No matter what kind of game you want to make or whatever company you want to work for… Game engines are the central point of game development. Those are the programs on which your game is built upon and where everything slowly gets pieced together. But what makes them so special and why does everything… Read More…
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Pixel Perfect: How Hard Is It To Make Pixel Games?
No matter if you’re an experienced game developer or a hobbyist looking for something fun to do in your spare time. Pixel games are a fun challenge and everyone can learn how to create one if they have enough time & patience. You can even collaborate with other individuals to work on the project together… Read More…
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AAAA VS. AAA: What Makes The Next Level Of Gaming?
AAA (or triple-A) games are very popular nowadays. So every gamer worth their salt knows what we are talking about when this term comes up. Those are the top-tier blockbuster games: Assassin’s Creed, God Of War, Call of Duty or Horizon: Zero Dawn. You named it. They all have millions & millions of dollars as… Read More…
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Algorithm Magic: Procedural Generation In Video Games
A lot of games nowadays rely on procedural generation. Be it landscapes, whole levels, items, sounds and more. But why is procedural generation in video games so popular and how exactly does it work? A lot of technical know-how is needed to make your own procedural levels. But there are many methods & tools to… Read More…
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AI As A Tool: How To Speed Up Your Process As A Concept Artist Using AI
AI has risen through the ranks over the last years and while there are many contradictions around AI art and the ethical dilemma behind it… We artists need to come to terms with the fact that it’s going to stay around in one way or another. So, instead of avoiding it we should embrace it… Read More…