Game Types & Genres
Understanding Game Genres and Their Hybrids
Genres are shorthand for a set of design pressures. Knowing the pressures tells you whether you will enjoy a game.
Articles
Editorial articles on genres, communities, payments and the culture of online gaming.
Gaming Communities
How Healthy Gaming Communities Are Built and Kept
Moderation structure, onboarding and the quiet norms that separate a lasting guild from a dead server.
Payment Methods & Accounts
Payments, Wallets and Refunds: What Players Should Know
Regional pricing, prepaid wallets, refund windows, chargeback risk and family spending controls.