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What's Going on in Gaming Today?

gaming industry articles

Over the last 20 years, the popularity of video games has significantly increased, completely changing the entertainment industry.

With improvements in technology and the growth of Esports, video games have finally taken the center stage. With that growth, the need for smart and creative video game designers, developers, and artists has risen to an all-time high.

Games that used to take 3-10 people to create, now take more than 100 and costs tens of millions of dollars. Even games designed for mobile devices can take years to create. But with so much money on the line (billions), it's more important than ever to produce something special.

With all that's changing it can be a little difficult to figure out where you fit in. For those interested in getting an education, becoming a professional game designer, or making games from home, we've organized our gaming industry archives to help you take the next step.

Check out some popular gaming articles:

  • See the Gamers Making Millions on Youtube | 2021 Spotlight
  • The 20 Most Beloved Video Games of All-Time (updated stats for 2021)
  • 10 Reasons Why Video Games Can Be Good for You... Sometimes
  • 50 Hilarious Jokes Guaranteed to Make Every Gamer Grin
  • 100 Funny Video Game Memes (Ranked: for the Lolz)

Introduction to Video Game Streaming Services

Game Streaming Services

In today’s age of being able to pretty much watch or see any form of media at the touch of a button on a whim, it seems only natural that the question of ‘what about video games?’ would arise. Sure, it is nice to be able to watch shows, movies, true crime documentaries, and everything […]

Written by Bryan Wirtz - Updated on June 24, 2021

Cheap Video Games You Can Buy Right Now and Play Forever!

Best Cheap Games to Buy

We are living in a golden age of gaming. We can access games of years gone by that garnered critical acclaim on multiple platforms with the click of a button. Before, you would have to look on eBay or Amazon, scouring the corners of the internet for that one game you remembered loving as a […]

Written by Bryan Wirtz - Updated on January 15, 2023

Our Favorite Arcade Games …. Ever!

Top Arcade Games

Before home gaming consoles and PCs kept gamers playing in the comfort of their own homes, there used to be long nights by the arcade cabinet. Pouring quarter after quarter in, see if you could beat your friend’s high score; it was all exhilarating. Not only was the experience one of a kind, but the […]

Written by Bryan Wirtz - Updated on January 3, 2023

Video Games History: From Magnavox Odyssey to The Wii

The Evolution of Video Games

I just finished up playing the Joan of Arc campaign in the new Age of Empires II Definitive Edition that was recently released. It reminded me of some truly great gaming moments I experienced growing up with the first version. That got me thinking: how did we get here? No, not us, not humanity. That’s […]

Written by Bryan Wirtz - Updated on January 23, 2023

Why You Need A PC Game Controller

PC Game Controllers

With Steam sales happening all of the time, great gaming deals, no matter how hard you try to ignore them to save your wallet, are taking place. I had heard great things about From Software’s Sengoku era Japanese-inspired action game, Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice, so I embraced the holiday spirit and bought it. Only one […]

Written by Bryan Wirtz - Updated on January 15, 2023

The Different Types of Gamers and Bartles Taxonomy of Player Types

Types of Gamers

To the outside world, gamers must seem like a uniform bunch: people who play games fit conveniently under one umbrella as gamers. However, this couldn’t be farther from the truth! For the general public, there are 6 different types of gamers. For developers, there are 4 types of gamers, as described by Bartle’s Taxonomy. We’ll […]

Written by Bryan Wirtz - Updated on January 23, 2023

Sell Old Video Games For Cash or Store Credit

video game marketplace

I have a stack of old PS2 games under my bed. Like some other people, ‘under the bed’ serves as a convenient place to store all of the stuff you don’t want to see anymore. If you are like me at all, you don’t like to see your stuff accumulate in your room, gathering dust […]

Written by Bryan Wirtz - Updated on January 23, 2023

Our Favorite Game Logic Memes (Forehead-Slapping Moments or Laugh Out Loud Funny)

Funny video game logic

No matter how realistic modern games can be, there are still a few patchy areas where things just don’t add up. Here I’ll list 50 funny examples of video game logic. Red Dead Redemption John Marston is a one-man army, but he dies the second he touches the water Batman Arkham Series Batman vows never […]

Written by Bryan Wirtz - Updated on January 23, 2023

The Funnest Board Games for Two Players

best board games for two

It is easy to get caught up in the glow of video gaming, but it is always refreshing when you spend time playing a board game with a friend. If you are a person who thrives on multiplayer cooperation, competition, and more, board games can be a great pastime to pick up. I’ll help you […]

Written by Bryan Wirtz - Updated on January 18, 2023

Our Top 15 Cross Platform Games in 2023

best crossplay games

Today, gaming is the best it’s ever been. Rejoice!! Of all the advances we’ve made in the last 20 years, I think cross-platform games are one of the best, alongside game graphics and a few others. We waited a long time for big players like Microsoft and Sony to turn into cross play platforms – […]

Written by Bryan Wirtz - Updated on January 18, 2023

Popular Idle Games for iOS, PC, and Android

best incremental games

I know what you are going to say. Idle games? Aren’t games meant to be played, not just, well, be idle? Isn’t that just a loading screen? Where’s the gameplay? Slow down, easy. I’ll let you in on an emerging genre of gameplay that you probably never heard about before. Idle games, sometimes known as […]

Written by Bryan Wirtz - Updated on January 23, 2023

The Most Iconic Video Game Quotes of All Time

popular quotes

With the evolution of video games into a more impressive visual medium, the writing that goes behind the creative process has become increasingly prevalent. Along with this great writing are some great quotes. I present to you: The Top 100 Video Game Quotes of All Time 1. “I’m Commander Shepard, and this is my favorite […]

Written by Bryan Wirtz - Updated on January 18, 2023

100 Iconic SNES Classic Games

Best SNES of All Time

As the years pass by, video game consoles keep upping the ante on graphics, gameplay, and user-friendly features and some gimmicks. However, what about those consoles in the past generations? The Super Nintendo Entertainment System, or SNES, was one of the most iconic gaming consoles ever. It had a wide array of unique titles that […]

Written by Bryan Wirtz - Updated on January 23, 2023

All-Time Favorites: Shoot-em-up Games

All about shoot em up games

It was late summer 2008. We had hits like Metal Gear Solid 4 and Battlefield: Bad Company released. However, Xbox Live Arcade released the sequel to the wildly popular game Geometry Wars: Retro Evolved. Retro Evolved 2 continued the first game’s wild visuals, beautiful colors, and addicting, fast-paced gameplay. After I downloaded it, it wasn’t […]

Written by Bryan Wirtz - Updated on January 15, 2023

The Top Role Playing Games Ever!

Kingdome Come Video Game

I think it’s pretty obvious that there is no better time to be a gamer than right now. We’re flooded with quality titles and killer apps that elevate the art form to new levels. Specifically, RPGs have seen a great resurgence amongst all the FPS titles and Battle Royale games. Wait…what does RPG stand for […]

Written by Bryan Wirtz - Updated on January 18, 2023

Blockchain Technology in Gaming

Blockchain Gaming

Disclaimer: Cryptocurrency speculation carries risk and any financial information in this article should not be taken as financial advice. Back in 2017, people turned their heads at the release of a game. No, I am not talking about the release of a big title like The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild, Super Mario […]

Written by Bryan Wirtz - Updated on January 3, 2023

16 Awesome Video Games Made From Successful Crowdfunding Campaigns

What are the top kickstarter games

​ Kickstarter has been an awesome way to get personal passion projects off the ground. Where a team of developers maybe would not have had the funds or team members to fully complete a project, they can depend on the goodwill and donations of those who are willing to invest in their product. This, in […]

Written by Bryan Wirtz - Updated on January 12, 2023

The Absolute Worst Games of All Time: Bugs, Glitches, and More

The Worst Games of All Time

So what exactly makes any of these games bad games? It’s obviously more skin deep than just poor gaming decisions or budgetary constrictions. That can happen to anyone. Bad video game design is easier to achieve than you might think. What Makes a Bad Video Game? What separates a good game like Red Dead Redemption […]

Written by Bryan Wirtz - Updated on January 18, 2023

The Strongest Mobile Game Development Companies

50 Leading Mobile Game Development Studios

Mobile games, for many, signal a significant frontier in gaming. We all know neighbors, family members, and friends that are addicted to mobile games like Candy Crush, Disney’s Tsum Tsum, or others. While these distractions have an audience and signal a great monetary windfall for companies, mobile games can be legitimate gaming platforms. The 2018 […]

Written by Bryan Wirtz - Updated on January 23, 2023

What Are Most Expensive Video Games?

expensive video games

In 2013 when Grand Theft Auto V came out, I was in awe. There were so many features that blew the previous entries out of the water. Not only that, but the gameplay was tight, the graphics insanely detailed, and the animation on point. How was Rockstar able to do all that? It seemed to […]

Written by Bryan Wirtz - Updated on January 23, 2023

The Unstoppable Rise of Augmented Reality Games

The 5 Best Augmented Reality Games

The 5 Best Augmented Reality Games Way back in the summer of 2016, gamers of all ages were treated to the world-changing event that was the release of Niantic’s Pokémon GO. We all woke up that morning in July hearing of a new Pokémon game, but what followed was an insanely creative and lasting experience […]

Written by Bryan Wirtz - Updated on January 23, 2023

20 Awesome Games With Mods

The 20 All Time Best Game Mods

I spent countless hours, (okay, it was 363 hours), in Skyrim. While the game is great, things like visuals, user interface, and the same old weapons can get dulled over time. While browsing the Steam Workshop for mods, I didn’t even know where to begin. There are hundreds and hundreds for just Skyrim alone. Things […]

Written by Bryan Wirtz - Updated on January 23, 2023

50 Funnest Open World Games For 2023

The Top 50 Open World Games

Open world games. This term is always being thrown around in the landscape of video game releases. “It’s got a great open-world!”, or “The open-world system really makes it feel like you’re living there”. What is an open-world game? What is ‘Open World’? The open-world doesn’t refer necessarily to a living, breathing game world, but […]

Written by Bryan Wirtz - Updated on January 23, 2023

The Complete Guide to Video Game Genres: From Scrollers, Shooters, to Sports

The Complete Guide to Video Game Genres

Games are more popular than ever: they flood our newsfeeds, fuel social interactions, and give us boatloads of fun for hours. Not only are they seemingly ever-present today, but there are so many different game genres to choose from. Whether it be a role-playing game or point and click adventure, there are so many game […]

Written by Bryan Wirtz - Updated on January 18, 2023

Are Pay to Win Games Are Taking Over?

worst pay to win games and best pay to win games

‘Pay to Win’ has become an infamous term in the gaming world. Users and players willing to shell out a few extra bucks to access features that are normally unlocked as the game progresses can give some serious advantage, especially in online games. This presents an unfair balancing issue within the online communities. What if […]

Written by Bryan Wirtz - Updated on January 23, 2023

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