Understanding Why Web3 Game Development Is Not Easy
Web3 game development is difficult because it requires a high level of technical expertise in blockchain technology, smart contract development, and web3 protocols. Blockchain technology is still relatively new and constantly evolving, which makes it a challenging environment for developers to work in. Additionally, web3 games need to be built on top of decentralized networks, which can add additional complexity and unfamiliarity for developers who are used to building games on centralized platforms.
Another reason why web3 game development is difficult is the lack of available tools and resources. Unlike traditional game development, there are not many pre-existing tools, SDKs, and libraries available for web3 game development. This makes it difficult for developers to get started and can increase the development time and cost. This is where APIs, SDKs, and toolkits come in, they provide developers with a set of pre-built tools and resources that they can use to speed up the development process and reduce the learning curve.
Why Should Web3 Games Migrate to Polygon?
Web3 games can benefit from migrating to the Polygon blockchain because of its high throughput and low transaction costs. The Ethereum network, which is currently the most popular blockchain for web3 games, has been struggling with high gas fees and slow transaction times. This can make it difficult for players to make in-game purchases or interact with the game in a timely manner. In contrast, Polygon is a layer 2 scaling solution that can handle a high volume of transactions at a lower cost, making it a more attractive option for web3 game developers.
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In my opinion, another reason why web3 games should consider migrating to Polygon is its strong developer community. Polygon has a large and active community of developers that are constantly working on improving the network and building new tools and services. This can make it easier for game developers to get support and resources when building and maintaining their games on Polygon. Additionally, the community is also working on creating a bridge to Ethereum which will allow web3 games to benefit from the security and decentralization of Ethereum while leveraging the scalability and cost-effectiveness of Polygon.
Xternity and Polygon Collaboration Aims to Accelerate Web3 Game Development, Empowering Players and Developers
Polygon and Xternity have partnered to migrate the multi-player Web3 game Synergy Land from Solana to Polygon network. Polygon has been gaining traction in the Web3 gaming space in 2022 and it's natural for a game like Synergy Land to be on the Polygon network. It will provide the game with the scalability, low transaction costs and a strong developer community that it needs.
On the other hand, Xternity is a web3 gaming development platform that aims to accelerate web3 game development by providing developers with a set of pre-built tools and resources that they can use to speed up the development process and reduce the learning curve. Its mission is to carry the load for gaming developers so that they may focus on the quality of their gaming experience. In the case of Synergy Land, Xternity is providing a streamlined process for users to easily and swiftly migrate their games or projects across chains. The partnership, in my opinion, will enable players to have true ownership and game developers to have the power to choose their own ecosystem.
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