Data in Action: Improving UX in Blockchain Gaming

PARSIQ x Block Ape Scissors Case Study

Block Ape Scissors is a pioneering gaming studio, paving the way for innovation in the integration of blockchain technology within the gaming sector. By blending the traditional gaming experience with decentralized technology, they aim to enhance user experience and promote inclusivity among players.

However, as the game experiences growth and integrates further with blockchain, there were vital data challenges that needed to be addressed. This was where their collaboration with PARSIQ began.

Challenge

The Block Ape Scissors project faced multiple challenges as they worked to release their alpha:

1. They needed a low-latency API for quick and efficient player icon retrieval. The current on-chain read and retrieval process were slow, negatively impacting the user experience.
2. Reliable Web3 Data indexing was required. Having an in-house solution was both expensive and challenging, pulling away resources from the primary development of the game.
3. The team also sought a solution to abstract AccountIDs. For the release of the alpha, they wanted a system where gamester NFTs could be tied with generated account IDs without associating them directly with wallets or Epic Games Accounts, ensuring user privacy.

Solution

Upon understanding the challenges faced by Block Ape Scissors, PARSIQ presented a comprehensive solution combining their robust backend offerings and a custom Data Lake.

Rong Kai Wong, PARSIQ’s CEO, remarked, “In today’s digital age, the fusion of gaming and blockchain technology is inevitable. Our collaboration with Block Ape Scissors is testament to our commitment in providing efficient and reliable Web3 APIs, tailoring them to the unique needs of our clients.”

The custom Data Lake designed by PARSIQ specifically catered to Block Ape Scissors’ needs:

• It offered a low-latency API that greatly improved player icon retrieval, enhancing the game’s user experience.
• PARSIQ’s backend provided reliable Web3 Data indexing. This solution was not only dependable but also saved Block Ape Scissors from the hassle and expense of developing a similar solution in-house.
• With the custom data lake, accountID abstraction became possible. It enabled Block Ape Scissors to link generated account IDs with gamester NFTs, ensuring that wallets remained unassociated with Epic Games Accounts and private.

Benefit

By collaborating with PARSIQ:

1. Block Ape Scissors enjoyed a significantly improved user experience due to the swift player icon retrieval process.
2. The game’s team could focus more on product development, with the assurance that the data indexing was handled reliably by PARSIQ.
3. They could ensure the privacy of their users, with a system that doesn’t store or link wallets to any gaming accounts.
4. Significant cost savings were realized as the need for in-house development of a similar data solution was eliminated.

Dan, the CEO of Block Ape Scissors, expressed his satisfaction, stating, “Our collaboration with PARSIQ has been a game-changer. Their custom data solutions have not only enhanced our user experience but also allowed our technical team to focus on what we do best: creating an immersive game experience.”

Overall, with PARSIQ’s solutions, Block Ape Scissors was not only ready to release their alpha but also ensured that as they scale, their backend data infrastructure would support and augment their growth.

About PARSIQ

PARSIQ is a full-suite data network for building the backend of all Web3 dApps & protocols. The Tsunami API provides blockchain protocols and their clients (e.g. protocol-oriented dApps) with real-time and historical data querying abilities. ‘Data Lake’ APIs allow complex data querying & filtering for any project; specifically designed and tailored for our customers blockchain data needs. Supported chains: Ethereum, Polygon, BNB Chain, Avalanche, Arbitrum.

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