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How I Used ChatGPT to Create a Game

Logos • 0 implied HN points • 04 Mar 23
🕹 Technology Gaming
  1. ChatGPT can help you write a lot of code quickly, but you'll still need to know some basics to fix mistakes. It's great for getting started but not perfect.
  2. Sometimes ChatGPT doesn't write complete, working code on its own, and you may have to fill in gaps. This can be tough for beginners without coding knowledge.
  3. While ChatGPT can save time and make coding easier, it won't replace software engineers. They will focus more on solving problems and designing, rather than just writing code.

New App.axie Updates are LIVE!

The Lunacian • 0 implied HN points • 22 Oct 24
🕹 Technology Gaming
  1. You can now ascend up to 20 axies at once using the new Bulk Ascension feature. This makes it quicker and easier to strengthen your axies.
  2. The Fortune Slip feature has improved by giving you a 20% increase in slips for each evolved collectible axie part. This means you can earn more by leveling up your collectibles.
  3. App.axie now shows how many Fortune Slips you might earn, helping you plan better for your axie's growth and rewards.

Origins Season 11 is LIVE!

The Lunacian • 0 implied HN points • 20 Nov 24
🔮 Crypto Gaming
  1. Origins Season 11 has started with a big prize pool of 80,000 AXS! Players have seven weeks to compete for this opportunity.
  2. Nightmare axies are now available and can morph in exciting ways, making the gameplay more fun. Players can also earn additional rewards with collectible items.
  3. It's easier to upgrade runes and earn rewards this season with reduced mint fees and better rank-up bonuses. Plus, collectible chests are back with more chances to earn AXS!

FIFA: Beanie Babies in football form

The Rectangle • 0 implied HN points • 06 Dec 24
🎭️ Culture Gaming
  1. Digital items, like football players in a game, can create strong emotional attachments for players. Losing these items can feel really upsetting, even if they are just part of a game.
  2. People often assign value to things that are not inherently valuable, similar to beanie babies. This happens because of perceived rarity and people's willingness to pay for them.
  3. The feelings tied to these digital goods reflect a hope for improvement in life, like achieving success in a game. This optimism is what makes people value both digital items and collectibles.

🐿️ Hamurabi, Think Again - The Insanely Profitable Tech Newsletter

Squirrel Squadron Substack • 0 implied HN points • 07 Jan 25
🕹 Technology Gaming
  1. Learning through experimentation is key to understanding complex problems. Just like playing a game, you need to try different approaches to find what works.
  2. In product development, there are guidelines but no strict rules. It's important to keep adjusting your methods based on what you discover during the process.
  3. Don't expect smooth and easy paths to success in tech. Expect to face challenges and changes, and use them to refine your strategies.
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The Lost Age Of Abundance: a strategy game for deep thinkers

Demodexio • 0 implied HN points • 21 Jan 25
🕹 Technology Gaming
  1. The game allows players to lead families in a shattered empire, focusing on complex economics and sociology rather than just warfare. Players can choose their leadership style and aim to restore prosperity.
  2. Families in the game have individual histories and desires, influencing their decisions about loyalty and moving between territories. Players need to understand these dynamics to maintain their power and support.
  3. The primary goal of the game includes fostering freedom and happiness among families. Players must balance their actions to build a flourishing society while navigating challenges and aspirations of the peasants.

NVIDIA's Vision for AI

Gonzo ML • 0 implied HN points • 08 Jan 25
🕹 Technology Gaming
  1. NVIDIA is leading the way in AI technology, and their new RTX Blackwell chip is really powerful, making gaming and other processes faster and more efficient.
  2. Project Digits is an exciting new product that allows for powerful AI processing in a compact and portable form, which could change how we use AI at home.
  3. NVIDIA's focus on world models and agents signals a shift towards more sophisticated AI systems, making it clear they are planning for a future where AI plays a bigger role in daily life.

How AI Will Reinvigorate Consumer Tech

Digital Native • 0 implied HN points • 22 Jan 25
🕹 Technology Gaming
  1. AI is poised to transform consumer technology across various sectors. This means we could see innovative changes in areas like gaming, shopping, and healthcare.
  2. Investing in consumer startups might be more valuable than it seems. Notable past consumer companies have shown that the potential gains can be significant, indicating a resurgence in consumer-focused ventures is on the horizon.
  3. New tools powered by AI could revolutionize how we interact with everyday activities, making things like learning, dating, and even shopping much more personalized and engaging.

25 Predictions for 2025 (Part II)

Digital Native • 0 implied HN points • 15 Jan 25
🕹 Technology Gaming
  1. In 2025, we might see the rise of a new type of video game that keeps changing forever based on how players play. This could mean that instead of finishing a game, players could enjoy an endless adventure that adapts to their choices.
  2. Expect to see Pixar create a short film using AI technology. This will allow them to produce content faster and cheaper, leading the way for more AI involvement in film and animation.
  3. Google is likely to launch an AI tool that helps students learn better in schools. This could personalize education in a way that's never been done before, making learning more accessible to everyone.

Axie Delegation: New Features Available

The Lunacian • 0 implied HN points • 06 Feb 25
🕹 Technology Gaming
  1. New features allow scholars to easily level up delegated Axies without needing constant reminders.
  2. Scholars can now play with collectible Axies in Origins thanks to the new Metamorph delegation feature.
  3. Players can see their Axie's progress clearly, which helps in understanding how close they are to their goals.

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Curious futures (KGhosh) • 0 implied HN points • 23 Feb 25
🎭️ Culture Gaming
  1. The digital world has become messy, filled with ads and bots, making it hard for real connections to happen. People are struggling to find genuine interactions online.
  2. Architecture can be a way to build community and resilience, focusing on creating spaces that bring people together instead of just being efficient structures.
  3. Playing games that encourage creative thinking can help people connect and envision a better future, reminding us that laughter and shared ideas are important for hope in tough times.

Congrats to the Ronin Discord reward winners!

Ronin’s Newsletter • 0 implied HN points • 04 Jul 25
🔮 Crypto Gaming
  1. Congratulations to the most active members in the Ronin Discord! Your contributions helped make the community stronger.
  2. Rewards in $RON are being sent out soon. Make sure to share your wallet address to receive them.
  3. Everyone in the Discord can earn rewards by being active and helpful. Keep engaging with the community to get recognized!

The Cambria Ronin Trials are LIVE!

Ronin’s Newsletter • 0 implied HN points • 22 Aug 25
🔮 Crypto Gaming
  1. The Cambria Ronin Trials are now active, and players can earn boosted rewards in the Duel Arena. This is a fun way to compete and win extra prizes.
  2. There will be a Creator's Invitational Tournament during the Trials where eight creators will host mini-tournaments. Winners have a chance to earn significant rewards like RON tokens.
  3. Players can also earn rewards by participating in duels, staking NFTs, and accumulating points like Mandrogan's Favor, which can lead to special prizes and raffles.

New Fishing Frenzy features are LIVE!

Ronin’s Newsletter • 0 implied HN points • 07 Aug 25
🕹 Technology Gaming
  1. Fishing Frenzy has exciting new features like Diving and Rift Encounters that let players find hidden treasures and rare fish. These features add more fun and chances to earn rewards.
  2. Players can create an AI agent to fish for them 24/7, making it easier to catch fish and collect rewards without constant gameplay. It's like having a fishing buddy that never sleeps!
  3. There is a limited-time opportunity to secure a Final Battlepass with cool rewards. It's a great chance for players to maximize their gaming experience before the season ends.

Introducing the Ronin Forge Innovation Grant!

Ronin’s Newsletter • 0 implied HN points • 31 Jul 25
🕹 Technology Gaming
  1. The Ronin Forge Innovation Grant offers $300K in funding for game and app developers, along with various supports to help them succeed.
  2. Building on Ronin means accessing a large user base and becoming part of an evolving app ecosystem, ideal for growing your project.
  3. To apply for the grant, developers should have a live product or a clear plan, and they can get help from experienced teams to launch their ideas quickly.

From Toy Shelf to Game Screen: Labubu’s Subtle Expansion into Digital Media

The PhilaVerse • 0 implied HN points • 13 Nov 25
🎭️ Culture Gaming
  1. Labubu, a popular character from Pop Mart, is moving into online games, showing how collectible brands can grow and evolve.
  2. Several simple games featuring Labubu, like Labubu Adventure and Labubu Shooter, are designed to introduce the character to new audiences and keep it relevant.
  3. The games aim to create a sense of excitement and reward, similar to the fun of unboxing collectible toys, encouraging players to return and engage with Labubu.

The Origins S15 Mystic Era is LIVE!

The Lunacian • 0 implied HN points • 26 Nov 25
🕹 Technology Gaming
  1. The Origins S14 Mystic Era is now live, and players can compete for over 14,000 AXS and other rewards. It's a great time to jump into the arena and see how you rank!
  2. Players can earn collectible chests by finishing the Mystic Era at a Challenger rank while holding a collectible axie. These chests contain tickets that can be exchanged for AXS rewards.
  3. You can earn Axie check-in points by logging into the game regularly and claiming rewards. These points can be spent in the shop for useful items like Runes and Crafting Materials.

Origins S15 Epic Era is LIVE!

The Lunacian • 0 implied HN points • 12 Nov 25
🕹 Technology Gaming
  1. The Origins S15 Epic Era is live, with over 21,000 AXS in rewards for the top 2,000 players. It's a great time to compete if you enjoy battling!
  2. If you have a collectible axie and finish in the top ranks, you can earn special rewards called Collectible Chests that come with Tickets for AXS.
  3. There's an Axie Check-In feature that lets you earn points just by checking in with your axie. You can use those points to get various items in the game, especially if you have collectibles.

Apply to the Fableborne Guild Surge Program now!

Ronin’s Newsletter • 0 implied HN points • 04 Dec 25
🔮 Crypto Gaming
  1. The Fableborne Guild Surge Program offers funding and support to help create and seat guilds in Season 4, with awards of up to $25,000 for successful applicants.
  2. Qualified guilds should have at least 10 members, past experience running guilds (Web2 or Web3), and a clear strategy for Season 4; teams with Ronin or Axie Infinity experience and strong community leadership are prioritized.
  3. This is time-sensitive: Season 4 is live and the Guild Season starts December 8, so apply in early December (application windows are noted between late November and December 7 with confirmations by early December).

Fableborne is BACK with Season 4!

Ronin’s Newsletter • 0 implied HN points • 02 Dec 25
🔮 Crypto Gaming
  1. Season 4 is live with lots of new content and ways to play. There’s a 1.66M POWER prize pool and new features like premium events, raids, ability tomes, and 140 PvE campaign levels.
  2. Guilds launch December 8 so you can create or join a group to defend kingdoms, raid others, earn Guild Valor and Guild Glory, and compete in Guild Wars; each guild can have up to fifty members.
  3. To get started, download the game on iOS or Android, follow the tutorials, and read the litepaper; players can also buy and stake a Kingdom NFT (around 150 RON on Ronin Market) to unlock extra opportunities, and new hero Ember offers a high-risk, high-reward playstyle.

Ronin Arcade Season 1 Recap

Ronin’s Newsletter • 0 implied HN points • 26 Nov 25
🔮 Crypto Gaming
  1. The First Ascent season finished with strong engagement — over 20,000 unique users completed almost 70,000 quests across the Ronin ecosystem.
  2. Winners will receive rewards over the coming weeks, but physical prize winners must redeem by December 12th or forfeit their items; watch Ronin X and Discord for distribution updates.
  3. Season 2 is coming soon with new exclusive mini-games and experiences, and participants are encouraged to submit feedback to help shape the next season.

Introducing the Ronin Guild Rush Program!

Ronin’s Newsletter • 0 implied HN points • 25 Nov 25
🔮 Crypto Gaming
  1. Ronin is offering a Guild Rush Program to help guilds compete in Cambria: Gold Rush Season 3, with $25,000 in support and extra leaderboard rewards.
  2. Approved guilds can receive grants to cover Royal Charter and Energy Orb purchases so members can play competitively.
  3. Any guild with at least 10 members and past guild-running experience can apply Nov 25–30, with confirmations and funding by Dec 4, and prior Cambria S2, Ronin community, or Axie Infinity experience improves acceptance odds.

Axie Hangouts now have animated Xmas backgrounds!

The Lunacian • 0 implied HN points • 22 Dec 25
🔮 Crypto Gaming
  1. Axie Hangouts now support an animated Christmas-themed background called Nice List Starfall, the first animated hangout scene.
  2. To unlock it you must finish in the Top 1,000 on the weekly Axie Bounty Board during Dec 22–28 by completing Daily Bounties in the Codex on App.axie to earn points and climb the leaderboard.
  3. Once earned you can toggle the animation on or off, but the background will be distributed after the event and won’t be obtainable after the week ends.

10 Charts That Capture How the World Is Changing

Digital Native • 0 implied HN points • 25 Feb 26
🕹 Technology Gaming
  1. AI is still in the very early innings worldwide, but user engagement and time spent on AI apps are rising fast and could steal attention from other media. Usage is concentrated now (mostly free users and developers), yet agent calls and broader adoption promise bigger workplace and consumer shifts over time.
  2. Healthcare is the largest driver of job growth and will keep creating many new roles as the population ages, telehealth expands, and AI tackles administrative work. Peptides — especially new drugs like retatrutide — are a booming consumer and therapeutic market with huge commercial potential.
  3. Market structures and behaviors are changing: secondaries are becoming a major exit path that speeds liquidity for founders and employees, while prediction markets and viral essays fuel speculation and volatility. That makes exits and returns more flexible but also turns markets more meme-driven and sensitive to narrative shocks.