https://barthpaleologue.github.io/Blog/tags/cryptography/Recent content in Cryptography on Barth CaveHugoenbarth@paleologue.fr (Barthélemy Paléologue)barth@paleologue.fr (Barthélemy Paléologue)Wed, 20 May 2026 17:44:53 +0200https://barthpaleologue.github.io/Blog/posts/hiding-secrets-in-open-source-games/Wed, 20 May 2026 17:44:53 +0200barth@paleologue.fr (Barthélemy Paléologue)https://barthpaleologue.github.io/Blog/posts/hiding-secrets-in-open-source-games/<p>Easter eggs and game secrets are among the most fascinating and powerful aspects of video games in my experience.</p> <p>Stumbling onto one feels like taking a step outside the intended path and seeing the game reward our curiosity. We know many people will simply miss it, and that makes it feel special.</p> <p>For a brief instant, there is a connection between the developer and the player, as we wonder: &ldquo;what did it mean to you?&rdquo;.</p>