Logic Simplified

APRIL 1, 2024

It contains the game’s proposed design like the concept of the game, genre, core game mechanics, gameplay, timeline, illustrations/sketches, story and characters, levels and monetization strategies. Prototype: The prototype is a raw test that checks the functionality of the game, environments, gameplay, mechanics, user experience, etc.

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Cocos

JANUARY 31, 2024

Adjusted the scrollbar of various module panels in the project settings, optimized texture compression interface interaction (need to test if there are any abnormal displays on various pages, especially the texture compression page). Optimized texture compression task scheduling and build progress display during compression.

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iXie gaming

OCTOBER 10, 2023

Texture and Model Glitches Errors in the texture and model of your game can significantly detract from the visual appeal of the game. For instance, texture glitches may involve gaming assets failing to load appropriately, leading to missing or blurry textures. This impacts player immersion negatively.

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Big Games

JANUARY 8, 2024

Here are some of them: AI-Powered Content Creators Ludo AI: This tool excels at generating gameplay concepts and mechanics based on your preferences. Sketch a rough concept, set some parameters, and Dimensions will generate 3D models, textures, and animations. It can even help define core loops and progression systems.

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PreMortem.Games

MARCH 13, 2024

I added the first goblin and the basic combat mechanics, and that felt good but still not quite there. I had to learn 3D modeling, and texturing to be able to create a game I’d want to look at and play which was a whole new set of skills. The final piece that solidified the game for me was summoning bosses.

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Logic Simplified

OCTOBER 18, 2023

Let’s elaborate on how multiplayer game design isn’t as simple as just throwing together some mechanics and calling it a day. Similarly, Buffs are the kind of changes that are made when certain features or video game mechanics need to be tweaked to make them significant in the game.

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Keith Burgun

JANUARY 4, 2023

For month after month, I tried fixing them with different supporting mechanisms, different ways that cards were obtained, different ways damage was dealt, and a lot more, but nothing really fixed the fundamental problem. Once I realized that we were going to have to ditch the core mechanism, that kind of meant something like starting over.

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Big Games

JANUARY 30, 2024

Game design software’s scripting and coding support is critical for implementing game mechanics, logic, and interactivity. The ability to iterate on game design ideas efficiently is crucial for refining gameplay mechanics and optimizing user experience.

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Nvidia

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

A mechanism to support them in DirectX has been available for a while but not widely documented. This post explains the mechanism for using them in DirectX. Unlike OpenGL or Vulkan, DirectX unfortunately doesn’t have a native mechanism for vendor-specific extensions. More information is shared later in this post. ]

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Big Games

DECEMBER 5, 2023

Different teams collaborate – writers shape the narrative, engineers discuss technical details, artists align visuals, and developers plan in-game mechanics. Developers make final touches to enhance immersion, like adding depth to landscapes or improving textures. Production Production is where the magic unfolds.

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Game Errors

OCTOBER 27, 2023

Lower the resolution and reduce the quality of various settings like shadows, textures, and effects. Adjust specific settings like Power management mode to Prefer maximum performance and Texture filtering – Quality to High performance. Open Ghostrunner 2 and navigate to the settings menu. Go to Manage 3D settings.

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The Knights of Unity

JULY 21, 2020

Almost every 3D asset is painted using only one atlas texture. As I mentioned before – almost every 3D object uses the same atlas texture. All of the moving obstacles have implemented different mechanics, that make player behave in a certain way. As a result, the car has more contrast, and its shape is more clear.

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Game Errors

NOVEMBER 9, 2023

Interesting fact Games rich in visuals and mechanics, like Like a Dragon Gaiden , demand substantial computing power. High Resolution and Texture Quality : Running the game at a very high resolution or with maximum texture quality can overburden your graphics card, resulting in low FPS.

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Game Errors

OCTOBER 27, 2023

Interesting fact Did you know that complex games like Alan Wake 2, with their richly detailed worlds and intricate mechanics, can sometimes struggle to load all these elements seamlessly, resulting in loading screen issues? Adjust settings for Alan Wake 2, such as anti-aliasing and texture quality, to optimize performance.

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Logic Simplified

JANUARY 18, 2023

It is a straightforward point-and-shoot game, with no complex controls or mechanics. These characters are highly detailed, with cartoonish textures and animations that perfectly capture their personalities. Players must defend their porcelain throne from waves of invading cute animals.

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iXie gaming

NOVEMBER 3, 2023

Graphics quality – Assess the overall quality of models, graphics, and textures. It is a crucial testing aspect when it comes to game QA, as it assesses all game controls and mechanics. This encompasses a comprehensive review of all game elements, including visual effects, sound, mechanics, and user interfaces.

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Logic Simplified

JULY 18, 2022

The mechanics of the game rely on food and restraint upgrades which allow the user to advance through the game. As a result, when a dish is upgraded, it requires a different texture or possibly an entirely new model. Technologies Used. Project Challenges. Food models. Consider a specific dish that can be upgraded up to 5 times.

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Astral Clock Tower Studios

JULY 6, 2020

In addition to implementing death animations, Will also modified our new backstab mechanics to be more in line with the results we were looking for, then worked on ensuring our Stat system properly displays in the crystal menu and properly performs clamps. Can you spot it? Let us know in the comments! Level Design.

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Radiator Blog

APRIL 18, 2022

Unity's imperfect WebGL export is objectively more promising than Unreal publicly dropping web support in 2020 (not that Epic's web support was ever good anyway) I tried using UE4 already , learning enough to prototype basic game mechanics and build 90% art passed levels. I'm not an expert, but I've learned much more than a beginner.

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Nvidia

NOVEMBER 8, 2021

The payload registers are the mechanism NVIDIA OptiX offers for passing arbitrary data along with a ray, from the caller that traces a ray, and back. This payload mechanism is very lightweight, similar to passing arguments to a function. Red fabric with golden texture rendered with Houdini XPU.

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Game Daily

APRIL 21, 2023

“It’s textured and nuanced. We can do interesting things with it, including adding a blockchain component that creates ann experience of being able to trade and swap cards and hunt out and build the exact deck that you want, being a little bit less reliant on loot box mechanics.

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iXie gaming

MAY 24, 2023

Machine learning algorithms now generate realistic textures, procedural landscapes, and lifelike animations, reducing the time and effort required by human artists. AI-driven tools generate dynamic content, adapt game mechanics, and customize aesthetics, resulting in more engaging gameplay and new storytelling possibilities.

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Filmustage

AUGUST 23, 2021

James Gray To achieve and maintain a unique image, quality and texture, Hoyte Van Hoytema shot some scenes simultaneously on classic 35mm cameras and on digital cameras to combine both images into one. In order to do so, he had to come up with different designs and lighting schemes to simulate space. Production process of the "Ad Astra" dir.:

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iXie gaming

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

For instance, they assist in generating game concepts, gameplay mechanics, and art assets. Generative AI algorithms can improve textures, create life-like lighting effects, and minimize aliasing. But how can generative AI help in-game conceptualization and design? Generative AI tools can help game designers in different ways.

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Game Errors

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

Reduce graphics settings like shadows, textures, and anti-aliasing. Enhance System Cooling By optimizing cooling mechanisms, I maintain optimal temperatures in my system, minimizing the risk of launch issues in Football Manager 2024. Start Football Manager 2024 and go to settings. Save the changes and restart the game.

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Game Errors

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

Interesting fact: Did you know that science-fiction games like The Invincible often have intricate storylines and mechanics that can be sensitive to the slightest system changes, leading to launch problems? For those of you who are facing the same launch issues, don’t worry. I’ve been there, and I’ve got your back.

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Astral Clock Tower Studios

JULY 31, 2021

We can't wait to see what all these look like when they're fully detailed, textured, and placed in the Kristala game build. Wanna see what this set looks like fully textured and detailed? The sprint, Karena was able to finally nail the crystal-like texture she was aiming for for this important item.

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Astral Clock Tower Studios

JUNE 29, 2021

They're super skilled at creating mechanically beautiful weapons and armor adorned with gears, sprogs, and tons of bronze. Just like the Kota weapon concepts James created above, these armor concepts skillfully integrate various steampunk elements to beautifully highlight the mechanical and scientific prowess the Kotakaya species possesses.

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Astral Clock Tower Studios

AUGUST 31, 2021

This sprint, Fede was able to continue working on the soldiers and armor he'd started, polishing up details and working on intricate textures. After nailing the painting and texturing in Maya for the lantern, Joe then worked on properly setting up this model in Unreal Engine. Here are some shots of Fede's WIP. Take a look.

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Game Errors

NOVEMBER 9, 2023

Detailed environments and complex mechanics can mean longer load times, and sometimes, a loading screen that just won’t budge. Adjust the sliders or dropdowns for graphics features like textures, shadows, and antialiasing to lower settings. They’re a test of our hardware’s mettle.

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PreMortem.Games

MARCH 1, 2024

“Every plane part, wings, fuselage, pontoons, engine and such, plus every pirate vessel, they all run off just a couple 4098×4098 textures, a single material per entity. That’s very different to most games that tend to use hundreds of textures and multiple materials.

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Moonmana

APRIL 7, 2023

Luckily both engines offer asset stores that allow users to download free and paid props, shading, textures, and many more. Although Unity supports normal maps, occlusion maps, base textures, and other standard shading features, it lacks the advanced material editor found in Unreal engine. Unity still lacks the shading details.

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PreMortem.Games

AUGUST 9, 2023

Is this mechanic fun? Plus there’s so much texture and detail to hand made assets. I wanted to try everything and work on the project that I wanted to make.” Specifically though it’s about compromise. There’s a lot of compromise in game development outside of the creative choices. Will it run properly?

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Game Errors

DECEMBER 7, 2023

This process not only increased my understanding of game mechanics and system interactions, but it also led to a series of effective fixes that enabled me to finally enjoy the game. My previous experience troubleshooting similar issues was useful in guiding me through a systematic approach to identifying and resolving the root causes.

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PreMortem.Games

FEBRUARY 13, 2023

Is this mechanic fun? Plus there’s so much texture and detail to hand made assets. I wanted to try everything and work on the project that I wanted to make.” Specifically though it’s about compromise. There’s a lot of compromise in game development outside of the creative choices. Will it run properly?

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Game Designing

FEBRUARY 13, 2023

Both are open-world action-adventure games with fantasy elements and similar mechanics. Overall, it is a more moody atmosphere that lends a sense of dread, and this goes along nicely with the hostile game mechanics players will be up against. Is the game simplistic and easy to understand, or are mechanics obscure and complicated?

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Astral Clock Tower Studios

AUGUST 5, 2020

Last issue, we shared the texturing work Cass had started on the forest homes, many of which resemble beautiful log cabins due to the intricate woodwork featured throughout. Much to Cass's relief (we're sure anyway), he was finally able to finish applying textures to the townhouses over the past few weeks. Take a look! Level Design.

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