What the F-UX is UX
Demystifying UX job hunting in the game industry: creative strategies for landing your next gig, understanding job requirements, and tailoring your resume to stand out in a competitive field.
Cross Compiling With Javascript
Explore challenges and solutions in porting iOS games to HTML5 using Mandreel technology, discussing browser capabilities and the evolution of web-based gaming.
Unity Introduction
Comprehensive introduction to 3D application and game development using Unity, covering key concepts and demonstrating iOS app creation with interactive 3D objects.
Beyond AI
Exploring hybrid human-machine intelligence through games, challenging AI singularity claims, and leveraging collective problem-solving data to understand and exploit human uniqueness.
From Tic Tac Toe to AlphaGo - Playing Games with AI
Explore the evolution of AI in game-playing, from simple Tic Tac Toe to the groundbreaking AlphaGo. Discover the algorithms and strategies that led to AI's triumph in the complex game of Go.
A Game Designer Walks Into NASA Astronaut Training
Explore how game design principles can revolutionize astronaut training and other industries through innovative problem-solving, behavioral psychology, and engaging user experiences.
Open Source Graphics 101 - Getting Started
Explore GPU concepts, graphics APIs, and open-source stack Mesa. Learn about pipeline stages, shaders, and parallel computing for a comprehensive introduction to graphics programming.
Climate Games - The Developer's Field Guide
Proven step-by-step method for game developers to create impactful climate-focused games, based on Ubisoft Positive Play's experience supporting 20+ dev teams across 15 brands.
Hacking Mobile Games - Closing The Gap
Exploring mobile game hacking techniques to disrupt in-game balances, focusing on monetization strategies and security mechanisms in the current gaming landscape.
The Art of Wonder Boy - The Dragon's Trap
Explore the visual redesign process of a classic game, focusing on revitalization techniques and faithful reimagining for modern audiences.
The Animation Pipeline of Mario + Rabbids Kingdom Battle
Explore Ubisoft's innovative animation tools and techniques for Mario + Rabbids Kingdom Battle, enhancing creative freedom and prototyping capabilities for animators in game development.
The Science of Off-Roading - Uncharted 4's 4x4
Explore the physics behind Uncharted 4's 4x4 vehicle, from tire collision to motor simulation. Learn how Naughty Dog crafted realistic off-road gameplay for Madagascar's rugged terrain.
How to Write Games for the Internet without Embarrassing Yourself
Explore cultural context, art movements, and successful game writing strategies through the lens of Dream Daddy's development in this insightful talk by Leighton Gray.
West of Loathing Design Postmortem
Zack Johnson breaks down tools and technology used in West of Loathing, showcasing how Asymmetric Publications enabled quick and flexible creative work in game development.
Shadow Tactics Postmortem - Commandos with Ninja
Explore design challenges and production insights of Shadow Tactics, a stealth-strategy game blending commandos with ninja elements, from Mimimi Productions' lead designer.
Mirror's Edge Catalyst - Evolving and Creating a Style
Explore DICE's visual style development for Mirror's Edge Catalyst, from concept to final game, in this insightful talk on creative evolution and brand identity.
Epic Sync - Wrangling the Work of Highly Interdependent Dev Teams at Bungie
Discover how Bungie managed large-scale game development for Destiny 2, focusing on innovative planning strategies and team coordination to overcome complex interdependencies and ensure project success.
Classic Game Postmortem - Bejeweled
Explore the development journey of the iconic puzzle game Bejeweled in this insightful postmortem by PopCap Games' Jason Kapalka, revealing key decisions and challenges behind its creation.
Player-Driven Stories - How Do We Get There?
Explore techniques for creating player-driven narratives in game design, empowering players to shape their own stories and experiences within interactive worlds.
Player Traversal Mechanics in the Vast World of Horizon Zero Dawn
Explore the innovative traversal system behind Horizon Zero Dawn's vast open world, uncovering design insights and technical solutions for seamless player movement and exploration.
Board Game Design Day - Balancing Mechanics for Your Card Game's Unique Power Curve
Explore power curves in popular CCGs like Magic: The Gathering and Hearthstone. Learn to balance mechanics and create unique gameplay experiences for your own card game designs.