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  • How to Create a 2D Character Controller in Unity: Part 1

    This story was originally published on HackerNoon at: https://hackernoon.com/how-to-create-a-2d-character-controller-in-unity-part-1.


    Explore creating a 2D character controller in Unity 2023 with our new tutorial. Learn to integrate physics and movement for your platformer game.
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    This story was written by: @deniskondratev. Learn more about this writer by checking @deniskondratev's about page,
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    This article dives into the process of creating a 2D character controller in Unity, focusing on integrating a new `Slide` method for `Rigidbody2D` that simplifies character movement. It covers setup, physical behaviors, collision handling, and movement constraints, providing a foundational guide for developing a character controller that can be adapted and extended for various 2D platformer games.

    16 min
  • Pokémon Natures: Everything You Need To Know

    This story was originally published on HackerNoon at: https://hackernoon.com/pokemon-natures-everything-you-need-to-know.


    In this comprehensive guide we will break down the 25 Natures and their effects so you can work them into your Pokémon strategy.
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    This story was written by: @stevenspins. Learn more about this writer by checking @stevenspins's about page,
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    Understanding the Nature of your Pokémon and how to use it to your advantage will dramatically improve your Pokémon gameplay. There are 25 Natures available and each Pokémon will be randomly assigned one.
    In this comprehensive guide we will break down the 25 Natures and their effects so you can work them into your Pokémon strategy.

    7 min
  • Is Cloud Gaming Doomed Because of Physics?

    This story was originally published on HackerNoon at: https://hackernoon.com/is-cloud-gaming-doomed-because-of-physics.


    Cloud gaming is a hot topic today but gamers speak negatively about input latency. I discuss the journey of input latency from cloud servers to users' monitors.
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    You can also check exclusive content about #future-of-gaming, #megafansesports, #cloud-gaming, #cloud-computing, #pc-gaming, #gaming-industry, #hackernoon-top-story, #gaming, #web-monetization, #hackernoon-es, #hackernoon-hi, #hackernoon-zh, #hackernoon-vi, #hackernoon-fr, #hackernoon-pt, #hackernoon-ja, and more.


    This story was written by: @strateh76. Learn more about this writer by checking @strateh76's about page,
    and for more stories, please visit hackernoon.com.


    Study: Video quality is directly related to your hardware's processing power and the capabilities of your game engine. Latency mainly depends on the game's frame rate, the way the game engine processes the logic, and the signal processing time of the monitor. The average input delay for the display is about 30 ms. Latency for local gaming is about 5 frames or almost a tenth of a second. An optimized game engine for modern games usually takes 3 frames. The maximum interaction delay for many games should be no more than 200 ms, and for games that require a response more than 100 ms.

    14 min
  • Warframe Railjack Crews: Everything You Need to Know

    This story was originally published on HackerNoon at: https://hackernoon.com/warframe-railjack-crews-everything-you-need-to-know-2e1m342z.


    Railjack Crews are a great new mechanic that helps Railjack be the great game mode it was meant to be. This guide will help you get a crew for the Void.
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    You can also check exclusive content about #warframe, #railjack, #warframe-guide, #gaming-fellowship, #blogging-fellowship, #digital-extremes, #free-to-play, #gaming, #hackernoon-es, and more.


    This story was written by: @nicolasng. Learn more about this writer by checking @nicolasng's about page,
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    Warframe Railjack Crews: Everything You Need to Know about the AI-controlled Railjack crew members. Each Crew member has five main stats: Piloting, Gunner, Repair and Gunner. Hiring costs are affected by your relationship with the Syndicates associated with them. Crew members can have their costs increased by up to double their base cost if their Syndicate has terrible relations with you. The voice lines were the only thing stopping me from thinking that we're buying slaves from slaves.

    5 min
  • 7 Nioh 2 Character Creation Codes on PC

    This story was originally published on HackerNoon at: https://hackernoon.com/7-nioh-2-character-creation-codes-on-pc-04h333z.


    PC players have been sharing their Nioh 2 Character Creation Codes on the subreddit r/glamurai and on a Steam community thread.
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    This story was written by: @hackernoongaming. Learn more about this writer by checking @hackernoongaming's about page,
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    7 Nioh 2 Character Creation Codes on PC have been shared on Reddit and Steam forums. PC players have been sharing their PC Character Creation codes on the subreddit r/glamurai and on a Steam community thread. The codes made on PlayStation consoles are not compatible with PC copies of the game which has made it hard for PC players to find codes. We've compiled seven of these codes to give a taste of what to expect from modding communities. It is a little surprising how much you can make a build that works out.

    6 min
  • Omori on Nintendo Switch SERIOUSLY Needs a Trigger Warning

    This story was originally published on HackerNoon at: https://hackernoon.com/omori-on-nintendo-switch-seriously-needs-a-trigger-warning.


    Omori is a game that can trigger anxiety, I know that firsthand.
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    This story was written by: @limarc. Learn more about this writer by checking @limarc's about page,
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    After having played the game in its entirety, I would argue that the game needs an obvious trigger warning on the front cover (on physical copies) and at the top of the game description on the Nintendo eShop.
    For the sake of preserving the beautiful Omori cover art, I’d at least argue for a mini-warning that prompts buyers to read a full warning on the back cover.
    Omori is a game that can trigger anxiety, I know that firsthand.
    The reason I think people need to be careful is actually the aspect that makes the game so good in the first place: subversion of expectations.

    8 min
  • Barely Surviving as a Game Developer (While Steam Still Gets their Cut)

    This story was originally published on HackerNoon at: https://hackernoon.com/barely-surviving-as-a-game-developer-while-steam-gets-its-cut-7028x34z8.


    Have you ever wondered how much money a game developer makes? After all, the gaming industry is huge - it was valued at $151.9 billion in revenue in 2019. Almost 2.5 billion people from all over the world play video games. Game developers should be praised for these astonishing numbers, because they were the ones who made it happen by spending countless hours on development. But do they get rewarded for their hard work? Not at all.
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    This story was written by: @noprofile. Learn more about this writer by checking @noprofile's about page,
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    The gaming industry is huge - it was valued at $151.9 billion in revenue in 2019. The only people making money in the gaming industry are the large gaming companies and the platforms that distribute the games. Steam doesn’t offer any advertisement tools to promote your game. The average cost of living in the USA is $20,194 per person per year according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Even for bigger teams, development can take as long as 7 years, as is the case of S.T.A.L.K.R.

    11 min
  • 10 Best Animal Crossing Island Ideas for When You’re Stuck

    This story was originally published on HackerNoon at: https://hackernoon.com/10-best-animal-crossing-island-ideas-for-when-youre-stuck.


    Some unique Animal Crossing island ideas include space & ocean, mountain, mythical, desert, coastal, meadow, kawaii, maze & mini-games, archipelago, and more.
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    This story was written by: @lacy. Learn more about this writer by checking @lacy's about page,
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    1) Space & Ocean
    2) Mountain
    3) Mythical
    4) Desert
    5) Coastal Town
    6) Meadow
    7) Kawaii
    8) Maze & Mini-Games
    9) Archipelago
    10) Let the Villagers Decide

    7 min
  • Nintendo Breaks Its Silence On Palworld

    This story was originally published on HackerNoon at: https://hackernoon.com/nintendo-breaks-its-silence-on-palworld.


    Nintendo finally broke its silence after Palworld’s launch raised controversy among the Pokemon community.
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    This story was written by: @playerauctions. Learn more about this writer by checking @playerauctions's about page,
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    Palworld’s similarities with Pokemon have caused massive online discourse, with many criticizing the game as a blatant rip-off. Nintendo finally broke its silence and said they will pursue legal action against anyone who infringes on their IP. While the designs have uncanny similarities to Pokemon, the gameplay and almost 90% of the game are not that similar. Palworld has been publicly available since 2022 and featured during the 2022 and 2023 Tokyo Game Show.

    6 min
  • Escape From Tarkov: Extortionist Quest Guide

    This story was originally published on HackerNoon at: https://hackernoon.com/escape-from-tarkov-extortionist-quest-guide.


    The Extortionist is an early game quest in Escape From Tarkov given by Skier. Players will need to acquire a quest item and extract from the Customs map.
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    To complete the Extortionist, visit the Customs map and pick up the unknown key from the dead scav near RUAF Roadblock. Then, use the key to open a cabin in the trainyard, pick up the item from within the cabin, and extract.

    5 min

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