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Nicol Bolas
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I am a game developer with a fairly broad knowledgebase in the fields of animation and graphics, with a touch of AI.

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How to prevent the "Too awesome to use" syndrome?
May 15, 2013
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Do 2D games have a future?
Dec 7, 2011
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What are some good learning resources for OpenGL?
Jan 14, 2012
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How many textures can I usually bind at once?
Jun 4, 2012
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Map with 20 million tiles makes game run out of memory, how do I avoid it?
Jul 17, 2012
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How to create an RTS gameplay experience where all phases of a match are equally engaging without spikes in required concentration?
Aug 9, 2017
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Why use random numbers when it comes to rewards and stats?
Dec 21, 2011
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Is it unethical to make a game AI that is secretly non-competitive?
Oct 19, 2017
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Why does this geometry shader slow down my program so much?
Jan 31, 2013
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How to develop RPG Damage Formulas?
Jul 1, 2011
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Are "What should I use to do x?" questions really on-topic and good?
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Help us write an episode for Extra Credits
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