Is Web3 Inevitable in the Future of Gaming?

OPINION: Opportunities in emerging technology for game developers

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Behaviol

4 min readAug 7, 2023

A recent article from Sam Barberie in Decrypt encapsulates the three pivotal opportunities that games which harness emerging technology should seize to usher in mass adoption. And, as a pioneer in this domain, Behaviol, with the flagship game META11 Fantasy, resonates deeply with these insights.

1. Building for Everyone: Making Games Relatable and FUN!

Building for the wider audience — a point we firmly agree with. We need to meet our audience where they are. There are many exciting elements web3 strategies can bring to a game but first and foremost we must build with intent that a game is FUN! At the heart of any game lies its ability to engage and entertain. And for that, it needs to cater to a wide spectrum of audiences.

We’re in an age where a myriad of gamers are flocking to platforms, each with varying tastes and expectations. While integrating cutting-edge web3 strategies can elevate a game’s experience, it should never be at the expense of fun. It’s imperative to always circle back to the fundamental question: “Is our game fun for the players?” “is the time users spend in the game worth their while?” With META11 Fantasy, our focus remains rooted in crafting a game that not only leverages advanced technologies but is fast, fun and free to play as well as giving users the opportunity to win prizes.

2. Perfection is a Journey, not a Destination: Evolving with Community Feedback

Not every game needs to debut as a AAA game. Every masterpiece goes through iterations, refinements, and improvements. While we pride ourselves in striving for excellence in mechanics and visuals, we understand that our game’s first release is just the beginning of an evolutionary journey. The real magic lies in the symbiotic relationship between game developers and the community. Feedback is the bridge that connects us with our players, enabling us to build, refine, and evolve our sports omniverse collaboratively.

3. Tapping into Web3’s Unique Properties for Unprecedented Gaming Mechanics

“There’s nothing a gamer hates more than someone telling them that the fun they’re having is “wrong” and making them feel like an idiot for repeating the same mistakes…Don’t fix issues [users] don’t readily see, but give [users] a new way of gaming [they’ve] never had before.” As Sam says, “Gameplay is ripe for innovation right now.” By blending emerging technologies to deliver a game that is fast, fun and free to play with the opportunity for players to win real money, Behaviol’s META11 Fantasy is leading the charge in bringing Sports, AI and Gaming together.

There’s nothing a gamer hates more than someone telling them that the fun they’re having is “wrong” and making them feel like an idiot for repeating the same mistakes…Don’t fix issues [users] don’t readily see, but give [users] a new way of gaming [they’ve] never had before.

Finally, as the lines between reality and virtual blur, and as gaming landscapes shift and evolve, Behaviol remains committed to leading the charge. META11 Fantasy is not just a game; it’s a revolution. It embodies our vision of integrating emerging technologies to deliver an unparalleled gaming experience that’s fast, fun, free, and rewarding. The future beckons, and we’re ready to shape it, one game at a time.

About Behaviol

Behaviol is the creative studio redefining sports entertainment through its flagship game, META11. Powered by AI, META11 has been built on a revolutionary gaming platform that empowers fans to own, train, manage, trade, and instruct players in various sports. Co-founded by Krishan Deegalla, entrepreneurs Dinuk Jayasuriya, Reza Magdon-Ismail and cricketing legend Kumar Sangakkara, Behaviol aims to introduce a new category of inclusive sporting entertainment.

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