Nintendo e-Reader Retrospective: Games Printed on Cards
Nintendo’s e-Reader loaded games and extras from printed cards. Revisit its NES releases, Pokémon data, Animal Crossing links, and scanning limits.
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Diegetic UI Explained: How Games Put Information in the World
Diegetic UI puts information inside a game’s world. Learn how Dead Space uses suit displays and holograms, and why readable options still matter.
Who Is Amanita Design? The Studio Behind Machinarium
Amanita Design created Machinarium, Samorost, Botanicula, and Creaks. Meet the Czech studio and the artists and musicians behind its unusual worlds.
The Recap: Gaming and Tech News for October 26, 2026
The Recap for October 26 covers Microsoft’s buyouts, Anthropic’s IPO filing, Meta’s AI fundraising, Xbox and T-Mobile, and Apple’s hardware news.
Foley in Video Games: How Everyday Objects Become Game Sounds
Foley turns physical performances into game sounds. Learn how food, a refrigerator, and animation timing help give virtual actions texture and weight.
How to Use Xbox Controller Assist With Two Controllers
Use Xbox Controller Assist on Series X|S or Xbox One to share one player’s controls. Follow the setup menus, select an assisting controller, and turn it off.
Dreamcast VMU Retrospective: The Memory Card You Could Play
The Dreamcast VMU combined save storage, a controller screen, and portable mini-games. Look back at NFL 2K, Chao Adventure, and the accessory’s limits.
The Recap: Gaming and Tech News for October 25, 2026
The Recap for October 25 covers the Mass Effect fan campaign, Tomb Raider’s new preview, Instagram on Apple TV, and today’s Eventide guides.
Prototype vs. Vertical Slice vs. Demo: What Each Shows
Prototypes test ideas, vertical slices test production, and demos introduce a game to an audience. Learn what each build can and cannot tell you.
How to Back Up GOG Games With Offline Installers
Back up GOG games on Windows with offline installers. Download every setup part, keep DLC and saves separate, and check your backup before you need it.