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Ways to Integrate AI into Learning Games and Simulations

Unless you’ve been living under a rock for the past couple of years, you’re probably aware that artificial intelligence is transforming the landscape of technology at large, impacting countless industries across the world!  via Giphy When it comes to educational technology, we have unprecedented opportunities to enhance learning experiences with AI. For educational game developers…

// Alyssa Froehling

Game Design with AI

Welcome to the inaugural post of our new series where we discuss artificial intelligence and its impact on game development at large and at our studio! In this game design edition, we include the insights and experiences of Filament Games’ Chief Creative Officer, Dan Norton, as he navigates the intersection of AI and game design.…

// Dan Norton

Flow, Learning, and Motivation in The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild

Greetings Filamentarians! We’re excited to share something special with you today. In this blog, guest author, Ed.M. and Harvard graduate Dave Kim investigates “Breath of the Wild” and its impact on gaming culture. Read on to explore this popular commercial game’s unique approach to competence, autonomy, and relatedness through the lens of Self-Determination Theory, game-based…

// Dave Kim

Color Blindness Accessibility in Video Games

As an educational game developer, our games must be inclusive and enjoyable for players with diverse needs. In this insightful interview, we delve into Filament’s recent steps toward colorblind accessibility. Featuring Shawn Baxter, UI/UX Designer, and Kylie Gilde, Gameplay Engineer, this interview sheds light on their collaborative efforts to integrate customizable colorblind settings into Filament’s…

// Kylie Gilde, Shawn Baxter

Gaming Accessibility in 2024

As of 2023, 26% of Americans contend with some form of disability, and technological advancements have become instrumental in facilitating fuller lives for everyone. We believe that playful experiences improve people’s lives, so naturally, everyone should have the opportunity to experience gaming! As we step into a new year, let’s cover some recent and exciting…

// Alyssa Froehling

The Importance of User Feedback in Educational Game Development

User feedback is a fundamental aspect of game design! It provides invaluable insights into the player experience and gameplay mechanics, and in the case of educational games, it also gives game designers information about a game’s learning effectiveness. As an educational game studio dedicated to creating high-quality learning experiences, we know firsthand that by incorporating…

// Laura Beukema

Soar Behind-the-Scenes with a 3D Artist

Filament is making moves in the third dimension! We’ve come a long way from our origins as a 2D studio, and thanks to our growing in-house team of modelers and animators, we’ve been taking on our most ambitious 3D projects yet. Recently, for a game that we developed with Blue Note Therapeutics, we were tasked…

// Demetri Sofides
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