What's Your Gam3? #26

Forgotten Playland, MAGIS, WAGMI

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Gaspode WD
May 02, 2024 • Estimated Reading Time: 7 minutes

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TLDR: 

  • Engaging and unique art

  • Some iterations of games in the genre

  • It needs to be played with friends

  • Controls a little clunky

  • It will have an audience, but not for me

How to play

  • PC via the hyper play launcher [Side note: connecting and getting hyper play working was a chew on, would not recommend]

  • Free to play

  • It is an early game build, and I have tried to focus on core game issues rather than the overall polish.

Game Loop

  • You start the game as a little stuffed toy.

  • In the initial area, you can run around, see other players, and head over to the sewing box to customize your toy.

  • Once a party is formed, you head into the games

  • The games allow for a maximum of 4 players

  • A random game mode is selected for you to compete in

  • These games are widely varied. However, most will be familiar to anyone who has played the genre before

  • Each game has an objective, and at the end, you receive a ranking

  • Your main aim is always to be 1st

Game feel

  • The first impressions (once you get past the pain of launching the game) are excellent; the art style and animations set it apart from others in the genre.

  • The variations of modes should give a little something for everyone. However, I didn’t enjoy the majority of the modes.

  • Each mode had slightly different controls, depending on the objective, and these felt very clunky for some.

  • The modes were selected at random, so at one point, we played the same mode three times in a row, and I didn’t enjoy it.

  • Some of the modes were new to the genre, and I found those more engaging

  • As with all party games, it relies heavily on the enjoyment of playing with friends. Our crap-talking and little digs at each other were the main thing keeping me playing.

  • Currently, the game doesn’t record your scores across modes, which makes having a mini-tournament with friends a bit more admin.

Rating

  • The graphics and art style set it apart from other fall guy-inspired games

  • Some of the games are good iterations of the standard fall guy games. However, some are just the same

  • Only a few of the maps did I enjoy

  • Genre relies a lot on voice chat with friends for entertainment

  • I don’t enjoy the genre, so this game wasn’t for me. However, I can see it having an audience.

Web3 integration

  • The project has two collections for toys and cosmetics, both on Beam.

For more information, follow their Twitter page to stay up to date.

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What's Your Gam3? Ep. 84 - Magis

Background

  • The session began with an introduction to Magis, a project from Web2 company Flops that is involved in the toy retail industry.

  • Magis is positioned to bridge the gap between traditional physical toys and digital experiences by incorporating augmented reality (AR) and player-versus-player (PVP) features.

Product and Technology

  • AR Integration: Magis enables users to scan products in stores, activating AR features and adding a digital layer to the physical toy experience.

  • PVP Gaming: The platform will support PVP gaming in AR, allowing users to interact with their characters in a competitive setting.

Development and Expansion

  • Magis is developed to appeal to children and adults by offering engaging and interactive digital experiences tied to physical toys.

  • The project has expanded its distribution across Europe and Asia, with products available in multiple retail stores.

Web3 Integration and NFTs

  • Magis integrates Web3 technologies to enhance user engagement. This includes NFTs representing characters in the game, providing ownership and potential earnings through game interactions.

  • The project aims to simplify the Web3 experience, making it accessible without overwhelming new users.

Educational and Engagement Strategies

  • Integrating AI with character interactions is designed to provide educational benefits, such as improving conversational skills among young users.

  • Magis focuses on creating a seamless experience that combines the fun of physical toys with the engagement of digital games.

Future Plans and Developments

  • The project plans to introduce more characters and expand the lore around each, enhancing the game world's depth.

  • Expansion efforts include partnerships and licensing deals to broaden the reach and adoption of Magis products in the toy industry and beyond.

Community

  • Magis maintains active communication with its community through Twitter and plans to expand its presence on other social media platforms.

  • The project emphasizes ongoing support and updates to keep the community engaged and well-informed about new developments and features.

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Partnership with WAGMI Defense

The Anime trailer is here, go check it out and let them know what you think » https://x.com/WagmiGameCo/status/1785760842446729696

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