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The Future Unlocked: Gamification Part I

As both game designers and marketing executives search for a way to sustain end user engagement both are finding success in Gamification. What is Gamification? How does it work and how do you do it right? Designers Scott Rigby and Jonathan Blow weigh in on this new marketing and design buzz-word.

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Top 10 Games of 2010

2010 was a pretty big year for gaming. Kinect and the Move opened the door to motion sensitive gaming for Microsoft and Sony respectively, and we experienced some amazing sequels as well as some brand new titles. We wanted to share what we think you should dash down to your store for if you find its missing from your collection - you really shouldn't be without these!

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Jan
30

Mike Henry - Twisted Pixel Games

Twisted Pixel Games is a relatively small, independent video game company, formed in early 2006 by industry veterans with the focus on "memorable characters, creative game-play, and impressive presentation." From what we've seen, they're achieving just that. After playing the unique, fun and hilarious 'Splosion Man, Questional decided to interview Twisted Pixel's lead programmer, Mike Henry.

Read on, and discover how Twisted Pixel Games operate, how the idea for Comic Jumper came about, and why mass-produced 'Splosion Man costumes probably won't appear on the market any time soon!

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Dec
10

Amnesia: The Dark Descent (PC) Review - A Guide On How To Lose Sleep

Last week we took a look at the Devolution of Survival Horror, and now we take an in-depth view into one of the games akin to that genre: Amnesia: The Dark Descent. Should you descend into the nightmare?

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Sep
15

The Devolution Of Survival Horror (And Why Silent Hill 2 Will Always Be Awesome)

Survival horror games have sure come a long way since the advent of consoles. We take a look at their possible devolution, and why most horror game developers need to take a good hard look at previous survival horror games before the genre is lost for good.

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Aug
31

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