KrakJam 2024
We would like to share our impressions from the extraordinary weekend spent during this year's edition of KrakJam 2024. As Played With Fire, we were one of the sponsors of this fantastic event! ✨ Throughout the weekend, we had the opportunity to observe exceptional talents and the dedication of participants who worked on creating their own computer games from Friday to Sunday. It was truly an inspiring testament to passion, creativity, and technical skills! Huge congratulations to all participants and, above
Games and science
Embark on an exhilarating journey where the realms of science seamlessly intertwine with the magic of entertainment! 🚀 Ever found yourself pondering what lies within the captivating universe of our games? Well, let us spill the tea and unveil the enchanting narratives awaiting you in our latest creations. 🧪 First on the agenda is "Mixture", a spellbinding adventure that allows you to take control of not one, but two heroes simultaneously. Immerse yourself in a dynamic experience as you seamlessly switch
We look to the future!
Immersed in the realm of passion, we are the creators of groundbreaking virtual reality games. Our journey began in 2019, but the flame of game development had ignited within us long before. With titles like Stargaze and Mixture, we laid solid foundations, yet our adventure is just gaining momentum! We look to the future! 🚀 What sets us apart? It's not just a game; it's an experience, emotions, a world of science. Our goal is to bring something new, something unforgettable
Our games are on Steam VR Fest and UploadVR!
🚀 Hey VR Fans, get ready for some seriously cool news from Played With Fire! 🚀 Guess what? December's not just about snow and holiday jingles – it's about to get epic in the world of VR! 🌟 What's cooking in December? December 4th: Steam VR Fest – We're rolling out the red carpet for our star game - Stargaze. Expect something so immersive, you might forget which reality you're in! December 6th: UploadVR Event – Drumroll, please
VR Games for advanced players
How do you design VR games to challenge and attract advanced players at the same time? Virtual reality is evolving at a rapid pace, offering not just new experiences for casual gamers but also for the more experienced ones. The challenge for VR game developers lies in designing mechanics that are both challenging and appealing to advanced players. In this article, we will explore the key elements to consider when designing VR games for experienced players. 🤔 Understanding the Player Advanced gamers expect
Mini compendium of indie games
The video game market is an endless treasure trove. As game fans, we can choose from both big AAA productions and less known (but not always) indie productions. Even though most of us completely fall for the phenomenon of big-budget games, we sometimes forget that in order to create something amazing you don't need huge resources, but only a good idea.
“Put that planet to the left!”
User experience in VR games Creating a video game is a real adventure full of interesting problems to solve and unexpected twists and turns. When VR comes into play - it gets even more exciting! So today we're going to talk about UX (user experience) in virtual reality games and tell you about the most interesting solutions we used in our game Stargaze! Stargaze - cosmic VR game Let's start with a few words about Stargaze to bring you all the details. After
The Cosmic Horror of Stargaze
Hi folks, The Design Lead of Stargaze here. Today I have for you a perfect Halloween tale of game development tricks! Intro to Stargaze Galaxy Every planet you visit in Stargaze is telling its own story that fits within Stargaze’s “Little Prince” inspired galactic setting. On Ignis-6 an once fiery fox is looking for new sources of energy. On Gelat-0 three lively shrimps are getting together for an unusual ice brawl. And Florian-5 - a planet of once lush vegetation - has