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My Favourite Games From GMTK Game Jam 2026

Game Maker's Toolkit highlighted 20 standout entries from GMTK Game Jam 2026, where more than 10,500 games were built around the theme “Count Down.” For developers, it’s a useful snapshot …

Video Game Maker's Toolkit · 1 month, 1 week ago
Image-aware Layout Generation with User Constraints for Poster Design

A new deep-learning model for automatic layout generation in poster design allows for user-defined constraints, enhancing creative workflows for designers. This innovation could significantly streamline the design process, ensuring layouts …

Research arXiv cs.GR · 4 months ago
Progressive-Iterative Fairing of Curves and Surfaces with Localized Control Point Adjustment

A new method for fairing curves and surfaces introduces localized control point adjustments, allowing graphics programmers and designers to achieve precise shape modifications. This approach enhances both global and local …

Research arXiv cs.GR · 4 months, 3 weeks ago
Stitching Arrowhead Curves: Extending the Sierpinski Arrowhead Curve to Higher Dimensions

The extension of the Sierpinski arrowhead curve to higher dimensions presents exciting possibilities for graphics programmers and designers. This research introduces reproduction rules for visualizing complex geometric patterns, which can …

Research arXiv cs.GR · 4 months, 4 weeks ago
When Complexity Becomes Your Enemy in Game Dev

In game development, complexity can hinder progress and clarity. This article discusses how over-engineering can lead to costly inefficiencies, particularly affecting programmers and designers. It emphasizes the importance of maintaining …

Video git-amend · 5 months ago
ControlGUI: Guiding Generative GUI Exploration through Perceptual Visual Flow

ControlGUI introduces a diffusion-based approach that simplifies the generation of interface sketches, allowing designers to explore vast design spaces with minimal effort. This innovation is particularly beneficial for designers seeking …

Research arXiv cs.GR · 5 months, 3 weeks ago
SemLayer: Semantic-aware Generative Segmentation and Layer Construction for Abstract Icons

SemLayer introduces a significant advancement in graphic design workflows by restoring semantic layers to flattened vector graphics. This innovation allows artists and designers to edit and animate icons more effectively, …

Research arXiv cs.GR · 5 months, 3 weeks ago
Learning Sparse Singularities for Cross Field Design

The introduction of Sparse Singularities in cross field design presents a significant advancement for graphics programmers and artists. This method enhances the efficiency of creating complex textures and patterns, which …

Research ACM Graphics · 6 months, 1 week ago
Directly from Alpha to Omega: Controllable End-to-End Vector Floor Plan Generation

The introduction of CE2EPlan marks a significant shift in automated floor plan generation, allowing for direct learning from data. This innovation enhances flexibility and user control, making it particularly relevant …

Research arXiv cs.GR · 6 months, 3 weeks ago
CADEvolve: Creating Realistic CAD via Program Evolution

CADEvolve introduces a significant advancement in CAD automation, leveraging AI to create complex parametric models. This evolution-based pipeline generates 1.3 million scripts, enhancing the capabilities of designers and engineers alike. …

Research arXiv cs.GR · 7 months ago
How to Steal Game Ideas (Without Copying)

In the latest article, Payne Robinson explores how developers can create original games by borrowing and recombining existing ideas. This approach allows for innovation while avoiding direct copying, which is …

Video Payne Robinson · 7 months ago
CADmium: Fine-Tuning Code Language Models for Text-Driven Sequential CAD Design

A new dataset of over 170k CAD models is set to revolutionize CAD design by leveraging large language models. This advancement allows for the generation of CAD sequences from natural …

Research arXiv cs.GR · 8 months, 1 week ago
Inverse Discrete Elastic Rod

The introduction of the inverse discrete elastic rods (inverse-DER) method marks a significant advancement for developers in fields like graphics and soft robotics. This approach allows for efficient design of …

Research arXiv cs.GR · 9 months, 1 week ago
Rational complex Bezier curves

The introduction of rational complex Bezier curves offers significant advantages for graphics programmers and designers. By extending the CAD paradigm to complex values, developers can leverage new projective transformations, enhancing …

Research arXiv cs.GR · 9 months, 3 weeks ago
What's the Point of Prototyping?

Prototyping is an essential step in game development, allowing developers to test their ideas effectively. This article provides insights into the prototyping process and offers practical tips for creating successful …

Video Game Maker's Toolkit · 10 months, 2 weeks ago