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Understanding Unity DOTS: A Performance Revolution

What is Unity DOTS? Unity DOTS (Data-Oriented Technology Stack) is Unity’s high-performance framework designed to replace traditional object-oriented programming with a data-oriented approach. It allows games to run faster and…

Endless Existence March 3, 2025

Game Performance

Debugging and Profiling: Making Your Game Run Faster

Introduction In the fast-paced world of game development, performance is king. Nobody wants to play a game that stutters, lags, or crashes. Whether you’re working on a AAA title or…

Endless Existence December 23, 2024

Game Programming

Creating a Custom AI Pathfinding Algorithm for Games

Artificial intelligence (AI) is a critical component of modern games, enhancing gameplay by enabling dynamic, believable behavior from non-player characters (NPCs). At the heart of game AI lies pathfinding—the ability…

Endless Existence December 18, 2024

Game Development

How to Create Your Own Game Engine: A Programmer’s Guide

Introduction: Why Build Your Own Game Engine? If you've ever played a game and wondered, "How does this magic happen?", you're not alone. A game engine is the backbone of…

Endless Existence December 17, 2024

Game Development

How to Handle Floating Point Precision in Large Worlds

In the expansive landscapes of modern gaming, large open worlds have become the standard. From sprawling fantasy realms to galaxy-spanning sci-fi adventures, these enormous game worlds captivate players with their…

Endless Existence December 11, 2024

Game Development

Version Control for Game Developers: Why and How to Use Git

Introduction In game development, where creativity meets complex code, version control is not just a convenience—it’s a necessity. Whether you’re a solo developer crafting indie masterpieces or part of a…

Endless Existence December 9, 2024

Game Programming

Why Every Game Developer Should Learn Data Structures and Algorithms

Game development is as much about creativity as it is about solving complex problems efficiently. Behind every seamless gameplay experience lies a foundation of robust code and well-thought-out logic. This…

Endless Existence December 8, 2024

Game Programming

Understanding ECS (Entity Component System) in Game Programming

In the dynamic world of game development, where performance and scalability are key, the Entity Component System (ECS) architecture has emerged as a revolutionary approach. It empowers developers to create…

Endless Existence December 8, 2024

C# Game Programming

How to Write Reusable Game Code: The DRY Principle Explained

Game development is an exciting but complex process that often involves creating intricate systems and features. Amid the buzz of bringing a game to life, it's easy to fall into…

Endless Existence December 5, 2024

Game Development Game Performance Game Programming

Dynamic Memory Management in Game Programming

Efficient memory management is one of the cornerstones of game development. Without proper memory handling, even the most innovative games can suffer from performance issues, crashes, or dreaded memory leaks.…

Endless Existence December 4, 2024