The Good Tech Companies - Unioverse Partners with N-Fusion to Bridge Web2 and Web3 Gaming

Episode Date: October 16, 2024

This story was originally published on HackerNoon at: https://hackernoon.com/unioverse-partners-with-n-fusion-to-bridge-web2-and-web3-gaming. Unioverse partners with vet...eran studio N-Fusion to develop games for its blockchain platform, aiming to bridge web2 and web3 gaming with AAA-quality experiences Check more stories related to web3 at: https://hackernoon.com/c/web3. You can also check exclusive content about #web3-gaming, #unioverse, #unioverse-announcement, #nfusion-news, #dlt, #web3-game-development, #n-fusion-game-studio, #good-company, and more. This story was written by: @ishanpandey. Learn more about this writer by checking @ishanpandey's about page, and for more stories, please visit hackernoon.com. Unioverse partners with veteran studio N-Fusion to develop games for its blockchain platform, aiming to bridge web2 and web3 gaming with AAA-quality experiences in a community-owned ecosystem.

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Starting point is 00:00:00 This audio is presented by Hacker Noon, where anyone can learn anything about any technology. Unioverse partners with North Fusion to bridge Web 2 and Web 3 gaming, by Ashan Pandey. Unioverse, a community-owned virtual environment and game creation platform, has announced a strategic partnership with Enfusion, a veteran video game development studio. This collaboration aims to accelerate the development of games within the Unioverse ecosystem, potentially bridging the gap between traditional gaming and the emerging Web3 space. Unioverse, created by Random Games, offers a unique proposition in the crowded blockchain gaming market. It provides a royalty-free platform for game developers to create within
Starting point is 00:00:41 its science fiction universe. The partnership with Enfusion is expected to leverage this framework to deliver new gaming experiences that could expand the reach and appeal of Web3 gaming. Eric Peterson, chief creative officer of Unioverse, expressed enthusiasm about the partnership, stating, We are proud to be partnering with such high-quality developers like Enfusion, who have a distinguished catalog of producing stellar video games. Bringing seasoned developers like this into the uni-overseen and empowering them to make quality content is a massive leap forward for us and a necessary step towards building an unparalleled user experience. Enfusion, with its 27-year history in the gaming industry, brings considerable experience to the table. The New Jersey-based studio has developed games
Starting point is 00:01:26 across multiple genres and platforms, including mobile, PC, and major gaming consoles. Their portfolio includes reboots of popular franchises and new games based on classic intellectual properties such as Leisure Suit, Larry and Deadly Dozen. Jeff Burns, CEO of Enfusion, commented on the collaboration. Enfusion are rethrilled to be collaborating with Random Games on the groundbreaking Unioverse project. We look forward to bringing this universe to life together. The partnership is part of a broader strategy by Unioverse to collaborate with both Web2 and Web3 developers. This approach aims to ensure a steady stream of high-quality games that can provide new ways for holders of the $UNEO token to interact within the growing ecosystem. UNEOverse claims a community
Starting point is 00:02:11 of more than 250,000 members, suggesting a significant potential player base for these upcoming games. However, it's worth noting that the Web3 gaming space is still in its early stages, and the success of such initiatives remains to be seen. While the partnership between Unioverse and Enfusion represents an interesting convergence of traditional game development expertise and blockchain technology, challenge remain in terms of mainstream adoption and proving the long-term viability of tokenized gaming ecosystems. The collaboration also raises questions about how traditional game development practices will adapt to the decentralized nature of Web3 platforms. Enfusion's extensive experience with established game engines like Unreal and Unity, as well as custom engine creation, could prove valuable in navigating these new waters. As the gaming industry continues to
Starting point is 00:02:59 explore the potential of blockchain technology, partnerships like this one between Unioverse and Enfusion will be closely watched. They may provide insights into how the industry can balance the innovative aspects of Web3 with the proven gameplay mechanics and development practices of traditional gaming. The success of this venture could have implications beyond just Unioverse and Enfusion, potentially influencing how other companies approach the integration of blockchain technology into gaming experiences. As always, the true test will be in the quality and appeal of the games produced and how effectively they can leverage blockchain features to enhance rather than complicate the gaming experience. As development progresses, gamers and industry
Starting point is 00:03:39 observers alike will be keen to see how this partnership translates into tangible products and whether it can indeed deliver on the promise of seamlessly blending Web 2 and Web 3 gaming experiences. Don't forget to like and share the story. Tip Vested Interest Disclosure. This author is an independent contributor publishing via our business blogging program. Hacker Noon has reviewed the report for quality, but the claims herein belong to the author. Hashtag D-Y-O-R. Thank you for listening to this HackerNoon story, read by Artificial Intelligence. Visit HackerNoon.com to read, write, learn and publish.

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