Community Picks·1yIt's time to move to Linux
Microsoft's new feature, Recall, which records everything on your screen, has sparked privacy concerns among users. Despite Microsoft's assurance of privacy, past actions suggest it may become mandatory. Alternatives like Mac also have issues with choice and autonomy. With improving compatibility, gaming, and device support, Linux is becoming a viable option, even though it still has minor limitations.
Collections·1yCreating a Simple MMO Game with Unity and SpacetimeDB
Learn how to build a simple MMO game using Unity, C#, and SpacetimeDB with this step-by-step tutorial. It covers setting up a Unity project, developing server-client architecture, implementing real-time multiplayer mechanics, and introducing competitive game features. Designed for beginners with some experience in Unity or C#.
Code Monkey·1yThis GAME made $28 MILLION! Why?
Supermarket Simulator, despite some thinking it appears basic or janky, made over $28 million, becoming one of the most successful indie games. Developed by a solo developer, its success is attributed to satisfying, tactile interactions, and a clear game loop that players enjoy. The game prioritizes the core gameplay that players repeatedly engage with, leading to its wide appeal and positive reception.
Game Developer·1yHow Riot Games is preparing for the next generation of players
Riot Games is focusing on social design to prepare for the next generation of players. Their new fighting game, 2XKO, targets a younger audience and incorporates features like social lobbies for enhanced online interactions. Riot is also addressing changing player demographics and the dynamics of online gaming communities while continuing to leverage its strong esports presence and multimedia strategies to sustain interest in their titles like League of Legends.
Code Monkey·1yI made the MOST PROFITABLE Game as a Test!
The shop simulator genre is highly popular and financially successful on Steam, with many titles earning millions and receiving positive reviews. These games are relatively straightforward to develop, making them accessible to indie developers. By focusing on player interactions and adding unique themes, developers can create appealing and profitable games. The author shares a prototype they created to test their game development toolkit, which includes various tools to simplify the development process.
Fabien Sanglard·1yWhy fastDOOM is fast
In the winter of 2024, the author restored an IBM PS/1 486-DX2 66Mhz computer and benchmarked its performance running DOOM, achieving 21.5 fps. They discovered the fastDOOM port, which increased the frame rate to 30.1 fps without sacrificing functionality. The post details the origins of fastDOOM from PCDOOM v2, explains the improvements made by Victor 'Viti95' Nieto through various commits, and explores the technical intricacies of video modes used by DOOM. It also highlights the advantages and disadvantages of mode 13h and mode Y in rendering and how these were optimized further in fastDOOM.
Awesome Elixir·1ySWARMMO
SWARMMO, a new browser-based MMO, is currently in pre-alpha and live on US-West and EU-Central servers, with plans to add an Asia-Pacific server soon. The game is self-funded, with support requested via Kickstarter and Patreon. Custom character creation and naming are upcoming features. Stability improvements and feedback are being actively sought through Discord. Major updates and the roadmap are available on Kickstarter and the in-game client.
Coding with Sphere·1yHow I Built a Platformer using Golang
The post documents the journey of building a platformer game using Golang. It covers the author's learning experience and decisions made while developing the game. The game includes features like pixel art, custom UI elements, and a settings menu. The post also delves into the game's code structure, including the main function, rendering, scene management, and player movement. The author shares insights on handling technical debt and optimization in a personal project.
ServeTheHome·1yA 128GB AMD Ryzen AI Mini PC is Here
The Ace Magic F3A Mini PC features a 12-core AMD Ryzen AI 9 370 HX processor with an AI NPU, upgradable memory up to 128GB, dual networking, and RGB lighting. It offers various ports including USB Type-A, USB 4 Type-C, HDMI 2.1, and dual Ethernet. Despite some quirks and no-name components, it provides good performance for tasks such as running virtual machines and large AI models.
Programmers are also human·1yVibe Coding games with the AI in 2025
The post discusses the excitement and skepticism around developing a multiplayer flight simulator using AI by 2025. It highlights the challenges of making the simulation realistic while touching on the evolving role of engineers in game development.
