Fresh Look: Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order Is Still Worth the Trip
Fresh Look columnist Neal Sayatovich this week enjoys the action-adventure title Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order. A deep sale finally gave him the excuse to try Fallen Order, and he describes his amazing Star Wars experience.
007 First Light Delivers Bond at His Best
With a sharp young James Bond, an espionage-heavy story, flexible mission design and action sequences worthy of the films, 007 First Light feels less like a licensed game and more like a great Bond movie that happens to be playable.
How Gaming Companies Can Improve Checkout Without Hurting Gameplay
How do you take a player’s money without pulling them out of the game? That question is at the center of every in-game purchase, and most companies answer it badly. They drop a bank verification pop-up into the middle of a match, route the player to a browser tab, or demand a new account before […]
How Gamification in Online Casinos Is Borrowing From Live Service Game Design
Gamification in online casinos has moved far beyond basic badges and bonus wheels. Today, many iGaming platforms borrow from live service game design, using missions, levels, progress bars, leaderboards, loyalty paths, and seasonal challenges to make casino products feel more interactive. For game developers, product teams, and online casino operators, the trend is worth watching […]