Solana Labs launches GameShift beta to simplify blockchain game development
Solana Labs has launched a beta for GameShift, a platform that makes it easier for game developers to create blockchain games.
The platform makes it easier to create seamless Web3 experiences in games on the Solana network. With GameShift, developers can now easily build Web3-powered gaming experiences using a single, user-friendly application programming interface (API) without the need for extensive blockchain coding or knowledge.
Game development on the blockchain has historically been challenging, requiring developers to possess in-depth knowledge and expertise in order to build applications on-chain. These obstacles often divert valuable time, energy, and resources away from game creation, compromising overall game quality, said Davis Hart, product lead for GameShift, in an interview with GamesBeat.
GameShift eliminates the need for extensive blockchain knowledge by providing a unified Web2-friendly API, allowing developers to focus on creating engaging games, Hart said.
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“By integrating GameShift’s API to handle blockchain complexity under the hood, developers can allocate more resources directly to game development,” said Hart, in a statement. “Moreover, developers can offer gamers a Web2-friendly experience, reducing the frictions typically associated with Web3 that can impede user acquisition and engagement.”
GameShift simplifies the process of working with blockchains, streamlining content storage, gas fees, and smart contract implementation. Through GameShift, developers can seamlessly create in-game
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