If you're a parent, then chances are you've heard endless debates about how screen time affects children. And while it's always a good idea to encourage your kids to put down their phones, tablets, ...

Kids thrill to the power of making their toys do their bidding, yet they also delight in toys that surprise them with new responses. These toys for the very youngest technoheads-to-be tempt kids into ...

Teaching through play is nothing new. It's often used in schools and even the workplace to help people learn new concepts. The video gaming world is filled with games designed to educate players. As ...

For many, the world of computer coding can seem quite daunting. However, code is just like any other language, with its own grammar, syntax, and all the hallmarks of a regular written language. With ...

Code Karts is a highly acclaimed coding game for kids and beginners. This game boasts over 100,000 downloads and receives positive feedback from teachers. Available on iOS, Amazon, and Android ...

But when my editor told me he vibe coded a Minesweeper remake, my wheels started spinning, and eventually went off the rails.

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Unfortunately, game design has a lot of components that feel like a grind. Creating assets. Designing mechanics. Building a narrative. And coding. So many lines of code, and you don’t even know if ...

Welcome to Ars Cardboard, our weekend look at tabletop games! Check out our complete board gaming coverage at cardboard.arstechnica.com. “Programming” in board games—where you lay down instructions in ...

Human Resource Machine is a thought-provoking programming game that challenges players to solve puzzles using a visual programming language. Developed by Tomorrow Corporation, the game simulates an ...