The article discusses the struggles faced by industry professionals in creating demos for big showcases or events. The author interviews ‘Albert,’ an anonymous industry vet, who sheds light on the challenges of producing a demo that may sometimes be considered “100% Grade A Bullshit.” The author also shares a personal anecdote about a misleading trailer
League Of Geeks, the Australian developers known for their fantasy strategy games like Armello and Solium Infernum, have recently announced that they will be going into hibernation. After over 13 years of being an independent studio, they have decided to take an extended break due to the current economic situation in the gaming industry. They
Philips Hue is set to release its newest smart bedside lamp called the “Twilight.” This lamp will come packed with features aimed at enhancing the user experience. One of the standout features is the presence of two buttons on top of the lamp that will allow users to control power, scene selection, and sleep automation.
Nintendo, a gaming giant today, was not always a household name in the United States. In 1980, the company released one of its first US commercials for a handheld gaming device called Toss-Up from the “Game & Watch” series. However, the commercial failed to mention Nintendo or even the Game & Watch brand, which may
Generative AI, unlike traditional AI, has the unique ability to create novel content across various mediums such as text, video, images, and music. This innovative technology is poised to revolutionize society by enhancing human capabilities rather than simply replacing them. While generative AI has the potential to boost productivity and job satisfaction, especially for less-skilled
Apple has recently unveiled its latest innovation – Apple Intelligence, an artificial intelligence system that promises to revolutionize the way users interact with their iPhones, Macs, and iPads. While this new technology is poised to enhance user experience, there are some key considerations to keep in mind, especially in terms of device compatibility and user
The field of robotics has seen significant advancements in recent years, largely due to the improvement in artificial intelligence (AI) tools. These tools, such as natural language processing (NLP) models and computer vision algorithms, have made great strides in performance, thanks to the exponential growth of training datasets. However, when it comes to training data
Meta, the social media giant, has decided to pause its plans to utilize personal data for training its artificial intelligence technology in Europe. This decision comes after facing privacy complaints from a Vienna-based privacy campaign group in 11 European countries. Violation of Privacy Policy The complaints, filed by the European Center for Digital Rights (Noyb),
The conventional methods of waste management and CO2 sequestration are facing a significant challenge in the current scenario. The unprecedented increase in greenhouse gas emissions due to industrialization has created an urgent need for innovative solutions that can effectively tackle this pressing issue. In response to this challenge, researchers have developed reactors that utilize fly
Disco Elysium, a critically acclaimed game, faced challenges within its own studio, ZA/UM. The cancellation of the standalone expansion, X7, led to potential redundancies and a series of unsettling events. The fallout from this decision exposed a toxic work environment that ultimately resulted in the departure of key creative talent. One of the most disturbing