Kongregate Developers Blog (Page 2)

Bitverse Jul 17, 2023

KONGREGATE BRINGS THE BITVERSE TO MOBILE FANS WITH THE LAUNCH OF BIT HEROES RUNNER ON ANDROID

Kongregate Continues Mission to Grow Bitverse Community with Expansion of Games to New Platforms San Diego, CA (July 17, 2023) - Kongregate, creators of the massively popular web gaming platform Kongregate.com and a pioneering blockchain game developer, today announced the launch of its action-packed side-scroller Bit Heroes Runner, now available for free download on Android. First introduced as part of the company’s Bitverse Web3 game collection, mobile game fans can now partake in the adventu

Mobile Publishing Jul 12, 2023

Idle Frontier: A Journey into the Wild West of Idle Gaming

Developed in-house, Idle Frontier took the idle gaming community by storm, launching in 2019, and has been a staple of Kongregate’s idle games portfolio ever since. Unlike many idle games at the time, Idle Frontier utilized an immersive camera view that added depth and authenticity to the game board, making players truly feel like part of the story. Buildings and townsfolk helped to bring the characters and the township to life, and the unique art style had a charming quality drawing you in. B

Art & Design Jul 05, 2023

Exploring the Fusion of Artistry and Functionality in UI

In the fast-paced world of game development, where visual appeal and seamless user experience are paramount, UI artists play a crucial role. They are the masterminds behind the captivating interfaces that guide players through immersive digital worlds. One such talented artist is Michelle Pope, a User Interface Artist at Kongregate. Michelle, who joined Kongregate two years ago, initially made her mark on SpongeBob’s Idle Adventures, released in 2020. Her journey with Kongregate, however, began

Culture Jun 28, 2023

Meet Pez: Embracing Authenticity During Pride Month

As a member of the LGBTQ+ community, Pride month holds a special place in my heart. It's an opportunity to reflect on my journey, embrace my identity, and contribute to creating a more inclusive world. I remember attending my first Pride event in my small town in Chile back in 2012. Although it wasn't as grand as the ones I saw on TV, it was a significant step for me. Originally I had some apprehension about going - I might get recognized among the smaller crowd, and people may not understand w

Culture Jun 21, 2023

Kongregate's June Book Program Explores Juneteenth and LGBTQ+ Stories

We are thrilled to announce the return of our highly anticipated June Book Program, running throughout the entire month of June. Building on the success of last year's program, we are excited to offer our employees another opportunity for greater growth and understanding. The June Book Program is designed to foster continued learning within our company and provide our employees with valuable insights into Juneteenth and the LGBTQ+ community through educational books. During the program, each em

Developer Spotlight Jun 14, 2023

How Trifling Truffle Trouble Redefines the Kongpanion Series

Today I'm thrilled to take you on a captivating journey through our latest project, Trifling Truffle Trouble. In Trifling Truffle Trouble, you assume the role of the dastardly Lord Sugarcoat - an ingenious candy factory owner faced against our mischievous Kongpanions who refuse to let things run smoothly. Their relentless attempts to disrupt the sinister chocolate factory owner’s work demand a creative solution! Enter Sugarcoat's Snack Machine! With it, Lord Sugarcoat plans to turn those troubl

Culture Jun 07, 2023

Queerness in the Gaming World: A Celebration

Amidst the scorching summer heat, a shiver ran through my veins. Something in the air told me this is where I belonged. The first Pride Month event I ever attended was in Nashville back in 2016. It was the first time I’d seen so many queer people and families coming together in one place for one purpose. Music was playing. Everyone was decked out in rainbows. Together we were smiling, dancing, and rejoicing in being seen and understood. It opened my eyes to the possibilities of not just toler

Community May 31, 2023

Rebel with a Cause: Dan's Punk Rock Mission to Revolutionize Gaming

We sat down with Dan - the Senior Product Marketing Manager at Kongregate - to talk about the importance of AAPI month and how his experience as a member of this community has informed his career in video games. — I grew up in a mixed family. My dad is Hawaiian Filipino and my mom is Irish, English, and Dutch. Growing up, I knew that this made me different from a lot of my peers, but I didn’t really know why. When my parents would volunteer for school events, I would get a lot of weird looks w

Community May 24, 2023

Building Community: Elle's Journey to Becoming a Senior Community Manager

"In every interaction, I strive to create a sense of family and belonging. It doesn't matter who you are; there is always room for you in our community. I've experienced the joy of being embraced as family by friends and at gatherings filled with love, laughter, and delicious food. The warm and welcoming values within the Filipino culture fill me with pride. It inspires me to foster that same spirit of inclusivity and care in everything I do." - Elle, Senior Community Manager at Kongregate