Recently, GitHub, a popular online platform for software development collaboration, revealed that some hackers cloned code-signing certificates in a breached repository. Code-signing certificates are used for digitally signing applications and programs to verify that the program is from a trusted source and should be trusted to install and run. In the statement, GitHub admitted that… Continue reading GitHub says hackers cloned code-signing certificates in breached repository
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Twitter replaces its free API with a paid tier in quest to make more money
In an effort to make more money and create a fairer way to monetize its services, Twitter recently announced that it is replacing its free Rest API with a paid tier. The new platform, known as the “Twitter Standard APIs,” will offer more features and will be available to developers on a subscription basis. The… Continue reading Twitter replaces its free API with a paid tier in quest to make more money
Delaying this multiplayer take on The Last of Us is a good thing
Recently, Sony Interactive Entertainment announced that their much-anticipated “The Last of Us Part II” multiplayer mode, Factions, will be delayed until 2021. This delay has met some reactions with disappointment, but it is a good thing for the game. For one thing, the delay allows the developers to focus on the single-player campaign. “The Last… Continue reading Delaying this multiplayer take on The Last of Us is a good thing
How The Last of Us’ Opening Was Improved by Reshoots
Video game development is a long, difficult process that often includes multiple phases of production, editing, and reshoots. Many games are released with flaws here and there, but the developers often take the time to go back and address the issues to deliver a better product for the players. One example of this is the… Continue reading How The Last of Us’ Opening Was Improved by Reshoots
Chrome 109 upgrades video calls – but it’s up to developers to add the changes
As a response to the increasing demand for video calling and collaboration services during the COVID-19 pandemic, Google has recently updated Chrome to 109. This update brings with it several key changes to the video calling experience. The most notable of these changes is the ability to support 1080p HD video quality. This means that… Continue reading Chrome 109 upgrades video calls – but it’s up to developers to add the changes
Paizo Announces a New Gaming License Amid Dungeons & Dragons’ OGL Controversy
With Dungeons & Dragons (D&D) ruling the fantasy and tabletop gaming industry, its Open Gaming License (OGL) has become the standard for how many gaming systems and products are released. But now, Paizo Publishing has announced the launch of a new gaming license and system for its Pathfinder role-playing game, without relying on D&D’s OGL.… Continue reading Paizo Announces a New Gaming License Amid Dungeons & Dragons’ OGL Controversy
World of Warcraft devs say it ‘needs to do better’, announcing new quests and more
In a recent interview, the developers of World of Warcraft said that the game needs to “do better” and announced several improvements that the game will be seeing in the near future. The developers of the popular online role-playing game recently revealed that they have been hard at work on several upcoming improvements. On the… Continue reading World of Warcraft devs say it ‘needs to do better’, announcing new quests and more
Apple allows developers to set more price points in new App Store update
With the latest software update to the Apple App Store, Apple Inc. has made it easier for developers to establish different pricing points within their apps. The update effectively eliminates the tiered pricing setup that previously left developers with three fixed pricing options — free, flat fee, or subscription — and now makes it easier… Continue reading Apple allows developers to set more price points in new App Store update
The developers of Celeste debut the first trailer for their next game, Earthblade
In exciting news for gamers around the world, the developers of acclaimed 2017 platformer Celeste have unveiled the first trailer for their next game, Earthblade. Earthblade is an action-adventure game for the Nintendo Switch platform, and is touted as “an exploration-focused action-platformer in a beautiful, dream-like world.” The trailer showcases the vibrant and ethereal landscapes… Continue reading The developers of Celeste debut the first trailer for their next game, Earthblade