Whimsy Games https://whimsygames.co/ Game art and development studio Thu, 06 Nov 2025 18:02:44 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.7.1 https://whimsygames.co/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/cropped-Дизайн-без-назви-2-32x32.png Whimsy Games https://whimsygames.co/ 32 32 Why Cutting Costs on Game Art with AI Can Ruin a Great Game https://whimsygames.co/blog/why-cutting-costs-on-game-art-with-ai/ https://whimsygames.co/blog/why-cutting-costs-on-game-art-with-ai/#respond Fri, 19 Sep 2025 12:37:15 +0000 https://whimsygames.co/?p=14047 AI in Game Development: A Double-Edged Sword AI has become the buzzword of the decade in game development. From procedural generation to NPC behaviors, artificial intelligence is changing how we build worlds. But one area where AI often creates more problems than solutions is game art. Studios under pressure to cut costs are tempted to […]

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]]> https://whimsygames.co/blog/why-cutting-costs-on-game-art-with-ai/feed/ 0 Whimsy Games at XDS 2025: A Celebration of Community and Collaboration https://whimsygames.co/blog/whimsy-games-at-xds-2025/ https://whimsygames.co/blog/whimsy-games-at-xds-2025/#respond Tue, 02 Sep 2025 10:02:02 +0000 https://whimsygames.co/?p=13652 XDS 2025 in Vancouver once again proved why it is the heart of the global game development community. For four days, the city became a hub of creativity, innovation and connection. Panels inspired fresh perspectives, casual coffee chats grew into meaningful conversations and even the afterparties sparked the seeds of future collaborations. It felt less […]

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]]> https://whimsygames.co/blog/whimsy-games-at-xds-2025/feed/ 0 Whimsy Games at Gamescom 2025: Highlights from Cologne https://whimsygames.co/blog/whimsy-games-at-gamescom-2025/ https://whimsygames.co/blog/whimsy-games-at-gamescom-2025/#respond Thu, 28 Aug 2025 09:50:00 +0000 https://whimsygames.co/?p=13644 Real faces, real smiles, and the true Gamescom vibe, that’s exactly how Cologne felt this August. From August 20–24, 2025, our team joined thousands of game industry professionals at the world’s largest gaming event. At Hall 2.2 — Stand No. 012, we had the pleasure of meeting partners, sharing our latest projects, and exploring future […]

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]]> https://whimsygames.co/blog/whimsy-games-at-gamescom-2025/feed/ 0 Top Game Development Trends in 2025: What Studios Should Watch https://whimsygames.co/blog/top-game-development-trends-in-2025/ https://whimsygames.co/blog/top-game-development-trends-in-2025/#respond Wed, 06 Aug 2025 07:50:54 +0000 https://whimsygames.co/?p=13358 The game development landscape in 2025 is evolving faster than ever. Emerging technologies, shifting player expectations, and a highly competitive market are reshaping how games are built, launched, and monetized. For game studios, staying ahead of the curve isn’t just an advantage – it’s a necessity. Whether you’re an indie developer or a large-scale publisher, […]

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]]> https://whimsygames.co/blog/top-game-development-trends-in-2025/feed/ 0 How Much Does Game Development Really Cost? https://whimsygames.co/blog/how-much-does-game-development-really-cost/ https://whimsygames.co/blog/how-much-does-game-development-really-cost/#respond Fri, 01 Aug 2025 11:19:22 +0000 https://whimsygames.co/?p=13389 “How much does this cost?” It’s often the first question asked when a new game idea hits the table – whether by a founder, investor, or project manager. But before jumping into numbers, it’s important to understand the process behind game development and what factors truly shape the budget. Game development is not a one-size-fits-all […]

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]]> https://whimsygames.co/blog/how-much-does-game-development-really-cost/feed/ 0 When Should You Reskin a Mobile Game? https://whimsygames.co/blog/when-should-you-reskin-a-mobile-game/ https://whimsygames.co/blog/when-should-you-reskin-a-mobile-game/#respond Thu, 24 Jul 2025 07:58:07 +0000 https://whimsygames.co/?p=13247 Game reskinning – refreshing an existing mobile game with new visual assets, characters, themes or UI is a strategic tactic in the mobile live operations (Live Ops) toolkit. For outsourcing studios and publishers reskinning offers a fast, cost-effective route to boost engagement, extend lifecycle, and increase monetization without building a new game from scratch.But to maximize […]

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]]> https://whimsygames.co/blog/when-should-you-reskin-a-mobile-game/feed/ 0 How AI Is Changing Game Art Outsourcing https://whimsygames.co/blog/how-ai-is-changing-game-art-outsourcing/ https://whimsygames.co/blog/how-ai-is-changing-game-art-outsourcing/#respond Wed, 16 Jul 2025 14:01:32 +0000 https://whimsygames.co/?p=13233 Game art outsourcing – hiring external artists or studios to create game visuals – is a rapidly growing industry (worth about $0.55 billion in 2024, with ~9% annual growth expected). High-quality art is critical for player engagement and publishers increasingly rely on specialized outsourcers to handle concept art, 2D/3D models, animations and more. Today the […]

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]]> https://whimsygames.co/blog/how-ai-is-changing-game-art-outsourcing/feed/ 0 Whimsy Games Recognized as a Top Game Development Company in the USA for 2025 https://whimsygames.co/blog/top-game-developer-usa-2025-whimsy-games/ https://whimsygames.co/blog/top-game-developer-usa-2025-whimsy-games/#respond Mon, 07 Jul 2025 12:09:51 +0000 https://whimsygames.co/?p=13147 We are proud to announce that Whimsy Games has been included in the esteemed list of top game developers in the USA for 2025 by Techreviewer.co. This recognition is a significant milestone for our studio and a testament to the dedication, creativity, and technical excellence that our entire team brings to every project. As a […]

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]]> https://whimsygames.co/blog/top-game-developer-usa-2025-whimsy-games/feed/ 0 TOP telegram-based crypto games today in 2025 https://whimsygames.co/blog/top-telegram-based-crypto-games-today/ https://whimsygames.co/blog/top-telegram-based-crypto-games-today/#respond Tue, 01 Jul 2025 13:19:00 +0000 https://whimsygames.co/?p=8832 A Telegram Crypto Game refers to games developed by cryptocurrency projects and distributed through Telegram bots. Players interact with each other via community, share referral links, complete tasks, and conduct transactions on the Telegram platform. This setup simplifies operations, reduces risks, and allows for quick synchronization across different devices. For example, an investor can follow […]

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]]> https://whimsygames.co/blog/top-telegram-based-crypto-games-today/feed/ 0 Top Gaming Companies in Florida in 2025 https://whimsygames.co/blog/top-gaming-companies-in-florida/ https://whimsygames.co/blog/top-gaming-companies-in-florida/#respond Sat, 21 Jun 2025 11:52:00 +0000 https://whimsygames.co/?p=4555 We have updated our list of the Top Gaming Companies in Florida to include the latest data and insights for 2025. This revised edition highlights the newest trends, innovations, and top-performing companies in Florida’s gaming industry. Check out our updated rankings to see which companies are leading the way this year! Florida is a state […]

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