Since the dawn of the computer age, bugs and abnormalities have been inherent to the underlying code of most software. While advanced hardware creates a smoother experience with increased processing power, software engineers rarely develop a flawless product. Given the inevitability for defects, the question that arises is just how many bugs the consumer is willing to accept. For this
Read moreOver the past decade, the video game industry has experienced groundbreaking innovation. From ray-tracing and anti-aliasing to portability and augmented reality, gaming remains on the cutting-edge of technology. While studios continue to push the boundaries of graphical fidelity and performance, in-game screenshots are growing in popularity. Dubbed the “photo mode,” this mechanic allows players to capture still images and post
Read moreMost of the video game industry continues to reel from the impacts of the pandemic; however, CD Projekt Red is thriving. Although the Polish developer delayed Cyberpunk 2077 until November, the year 2020 has been a resounding success. Rebounding sales of The Witcher 3 recently catapulted the franchise to over 50 million copies sold. The Netflix television adaptation also became
Read moreOftentimes, the video game industry glances over individual achievements and milestones. While it is routine for popular titles to sell as many as 10 million units, the list of video game franchises to sell over 50 million units is quite small. But on Thursday another series joined this exclusive club: The Witcher. Aging Like Fine Wine Contrary to popular belief,
Read moreVideo games mirror the movie industry in that companies typically earn the most revenue during launch week. While most of the industry follows this model, there are a few exceptions to the rule. The most storied example is Grand Theft Auto V by Rockstar Games, whose shelf life has lasted over six years. On Friday, CD Projekt Red announced that
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