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Recent Articles
Golem Mancer
GolemMancer is a strategic crafting game, where players construct and command giant golems to reclaim a kingdom besieged by monstrous armies. Set in a richly detailed pixel-art world, the game combines deep customization with engaging side-scrolling combat.Players assume the role of the Golem Mancerā¬
Forky's Pallet Panic
Forky's Pallet Panic is an engaging block puzzle game developed by Ikhan Games, offering a unique twist on the classic puzzle genre. Set in a lively warehouse environment, players maneuvering through a series of premade levels. The game's objective is to shuffle cargo around the loading dock, using ā¬
Trashers
Trashers is a factory builder game that puts players in charge of a recycling plant. The core gameplay revolves around constructing and managing a facility that processes trash into valuable resources. Players lay out conveyor belts, build and upgrade processing machines, and train staff to optimizeā¬
Earth Defense Corp
Earth Defense Corp, is inspired by the classic arcade game Missile Command. In this PC game, players defend Earth from relentless asteroid attacks using a combination of massive railguns and close-range missiles. The gameplay involves manually controlling these defenses to intercept threats while stā¬
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Games.design
Within this space, I aim to share insights into games I've experienced and found enjoyable.
By scrutinizing gameplay, narrative, and design elements, I seek to unravel the intricacies that contribute to a game's appeal. Hopefully this will foster a deeper understanding of gaming as a form of artistic expression and entertainment by:
- Reverse engineering of major or minor game features
- Exploration of game design paradigms
- Dissections of narrative elements
- etc
log(dev)
The road to game development is a holey one, lots of pitfalls to navigate. Some horror stories from my own journey to solo game dev nirvana may help other. Articles about lessons learned from hindsight, how to avoid the setbacks I experienced, and more insights into forging a smooth path in the future.
Pond-erings
Follow less structures musing that don't really belong to any other category. Everything from top 10 Listicles to off the cuff project pitches, anything that wouldn't easily meet the criteria of the other categories.
Whole Plots
No work is flawless; every masterpiece harbors narrative gaps. Imperfections, though, don't diminish their brilliance. Rather, they showcase the intricacies of storytelling. In the realm of cinema, acknowledging these occasional shortcomings allows a deeper appreciation of the art form, highlighting the dynamic nature of film making and the continual pursuit of perfection.
My intention is to catalyze a momentum for the enhancement of media standards. Constructive critiques is a proactive step to promote the refinement of storytelling techniques but also contributes to a collective effort to elevate the overall quality of media.
Programming Nook
Explore more general programming insights through articles covering diverse facets of general programming not necessarily related to games. Stay updated on coding techniques, language trends, and industry insights. Whether you're a seasoned developer or a coding enthusiast, dive into a wealth of knowledge to fuel your programming journey.