A dev on Minecraft-like Hytale has already used its creative tools to make a homebrew side-scroller

Even Hytale, the long-awaited, standalone Minecraft-like due to release into early access Jan. 13, can have its origins ...

Meet Project Patchouli, an open-source drawing tablet project to 'build your own tablet from scratch'

For something intended to mimic good old pencil and paper, drawing tablets and the tech behind them are surprisingly complicated. If you fancy a crash course in how they work and want to build your ...
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Ten steps to designing more empathetic, human and effective educational video games

Video games have come to be regarded as valuable educational resources. Through a combination of interactive environments and ...

Lego Smart Play hands-on: Using Smart Brick technology to get kids to play together

As I detailed yesterday, the Smart Play system contains three elements. The Smart Brick is packed with technology like ...
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No Console Needed: Host a Party Game Night With Gaming Couch

Host a fun party game night without a console using Gaming Couch. Play free multiplayer games on a PC or TV with smartphones ...