Author Archives: Josh Rife

When developing a historical game that approaches the darker or more gratuitous aspects of history, should developers shoot for something lower than an M-rating? Often, the case is that they try to portray these types of events in the most … Continue reading →

In this addition to our new series ‘Gamifying History,’ we will be covering the Battle of Kursk. This was a decisive battle between the Soviets and Germany. It’s well known for being one of the largest tank battles of World … Continue reading →

In historical gaming, many eras, conflicts, and events get the limelight. Some hold varying reputations in the public’s eyes though. Most tend to not want to see such history recreated due to the controversial nature it may hold. But, these … Continue reading →

Alternate history is a well-known and popular subgenre under historical gaming. Players are always flocking to these titles, with a good few being: Wolfenstein, Command & Conquer, and Hearts of Iron. Yet, at a glance, these titles may seem to … Continue reading →

When developing a historical game, developers have numerous resources at their disposal. The Unity Asset Store is just one of the many outlets they can utilize. It features a vast catalog of historical items that fit an extensive amount of … Continue reading →

Video game conventions today are a popular form of presenting gaming to the public. They draw in many to come and look at what you, as a developer, can bring to the table in the form of digital entertainment. Many … Continue reading →

Historical games are a medium that is rarely explored in a competitive setting. On occasion, Call of Duty or Battlefield may take the global esports limelight, but there still tends to be a void of historical games. Games like Age … Continue reading →

In historical gaming, countless stories and events from the past are gamified. However, many tales throughout time don’t get the digital treatment. One of these is the “The Night of Long Knives,” a Nazi-led purge that occurred from June 30th … Continue reading →

In today’s era of gaming, players are always looking for the next captivating release. Historical video games are one of many effective mediums that fill the need for such engagement. Developers often take advantage of these wants to make these … Continue reading →

Angel investors are one of many financial sources that many companies and developers utilize during the course of production. Unlike any other source of income, they can directly fund you from their own net worth, primarily at the slight cost … Continue reading →