Next-Level Gaming: Unity + Web3!
The gaming industry has been constantly evolving over the past few decades, with new technologies and trends emerging every year. In recent years, we’ve witnessed the rise of web 3.0 and the increasing popularity of blockchain technology. With this shift towards decentralization, the gaming industry is also experiencing a major transformation. Unity, one of the most popular game engines in the world, is at the forefront of this change. In this article, we’ll explore how Unity has partnered with cryptocurrencies like Solana, and why it may be smart to keep an eye on in the current web3 landscape.
The Gateway to Growth in Web3 is Unity
Unity is a powerful game engine that has been used to create some of the most popular video games of all time. From indie games to AAA titles, Unity has become the go-to platform for developers around the world. In recent years, Unity has also become a gateway to growth in web3. The platform has been introducing a plethora of web3 integrations into the Unity play store, including third-party SDKs such as Altura and Flow. These integrations enable developers to create and publish blockchain-based games and applications more easily, making Unity an ideal platform for those looking to get into the web3 space.
According to a recent Bitcoinist article, “Unity has chosen the likes of Solana, Aptos Laps, Altura, Tezos, Immutable X, Infura, Aikon ORE ID, Algorand, Dapper Labs, Metamask, Infura, Nefta, and Truffle…Unity’s move into Web3 could bring its significant user base with it. The platform is widely used in the gaming industry, with games built on Unity currently seeing around 2.9 billion monthly users and over 5 billion game downloads in a month, according to data from Forbes in 2022.”
Turning 3d Assets into NFTs
One of the most exciting recent developments in the Unity ecosystem is the release of the Altura SDK. This third-party SDK enables developers to turn 3D assets into non-fungible tokens (NFTs), which can be bought, sold, and traded on blockchain platforms. This opens up a whole new world of possibilities for game developers, allowing them to monetize their creations in new and innovative ways.
Another third-party SDK that has recently been introduced to Unity is the Flow SDK. This system enables developers to create blockchain-based applications on the Flow blockchain, which is designed to be more user-friendly than other blockchains. With Flow, developers can create games, dApps, and digital assets that are faster, cheaper, and more user-friendly than those created on other blockchain platforms.
Web3 Integration for the Masses
In addition to third-party SDKs, Unity has also been introducing its own web3 integrations into the asset store. These include support for Solana and MetaMask, two popular blockchain platforms. With Solana, developers can create high-speed, low-cost blockchain applications, while MetaMask allows users to connect to a variety of decentralized applications (dApps) using blockchains such as Polygon and Ethereum. These integrations make it easier for developers to create and publish blockchain-based games and applications on the Unity platform.
Another exciting development in the gaming industry is the rise of mobile gaming and the integration of games into smart TVs. Mythreal Stream Host is a mobile integration that allows gamers to stream their games to smart TVs, creating a new opportunity for those still stuck on console gaming. With this type of integration, TVs will be able to become portals into the metaverse, enabling gamers to experience immersive, blockchain-based games from the comfort of their living rooms.
In a recent video about these new releases, Paul Barron and Kyle Wilson detail the potentials of Web3 gaming in Unity:
All of these new features represent a big step forward for Unity and the web3 gaming industry as a whole. As businesses and developers begin to use these new tools offered by Unity, there’s potential for explosive innovation in the space. It’s an exciting time for gamers and developers alike, as we can start to build more immersive and interactive experiences with the help of web 3 technology!
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Oni Merchant is a writer on The Hologram News Network, an independent blockchain gaming meta-news organization devoted to the coverage of Star Atlas. Follow him on Twitter @OniMerchant.
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