Solana Ecosystem Ushers in a New Gaming Era with Star Atlas

Updated: 04 October 2023

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The Solana blockchain is witnessing a new revolution with ATMTA, the creators of Star Atlas, offering their developer tools and resources. This gesture empowers other game developers to tap into the vast ecosystem and economy that Star Atlas has established, especially with the introduction of the browser-based SAGE Labs game.

The foundation of this initiative is a dedicated hub ATMTA has set up. This hub provides links, extensive documentation, free access to various assets of Star Atlas, which encompasses imagery, audiovisual elements, tools from Unreal Engine, APIs, and the crucial mainnet program IDs and addresses. Furthermore, developers can now use ATLAS tokens for their Solana transactions, manage token rights, employ a tool for faction enlistment, and manage the distribution of in-game tokens such as ships. There’s also a feature for players to create personalized gaming profiles.

On a broader note, Star Atlas is not just another game. It’s a role-playing game (RPG) with space exploration at its core. Established on the Solana network, ATMTA showcased a demo of Star Atlas on the Epic Games Store in September 2022.

The overarching aim of ATMTA in unveiling its data is to instill trust among its stakeholders and player community. This move is also an attempt to lay the groundwork for a broader app ecosystem surrounding the game. Michael Wagner, Star Atlas CEO, in an exclusive interaction, emphasized the transformation of Star Atlas into more than just a game – it’s evolving into a development platform. Interestingly, ATMTA is not seeking any commission for the initial $1 million revenue made by companies using these tools. However, post that threshold, a fee between 3% to 10% is applicable, contingent on the business sector.

A Bumpy Road

Despite Wagner’s enthusiasm about the new developments, he is aware of potential challenges. The primary concern is the influx of questions from individuals who may not fully comprehend the platform but are eager to use it. However, he perceives this challenge as an opportunity. It’s a sign that people are eager to engage, which in turn may need more resources from Star Atlas to guide them.

It hasn’t been all smooth sailing for Star Atlas. The game, while eagerly awaited by Solana’s community, faced challenges. Notably, in July, ATMTA had to downsize its staff by a significant 73%, attributing the decision to market demands and expenditure requirements. Nevertheless, Wagner remains upbeat about the future trajectory of the company. He cites increasing revenues and a boost in peer-to-peer transactions, contributing positively to their royalty fees.

The offerings from SAGE Labs, though primarily designed for the Solana platform, can be utilized by any blockchain, according to Wagner. This means anyone could design a unique user interface or even tweak game mechanics to introduce a new product using SAGE Labs.

A New Era in P2P Crypto Games?

The realm of crypto games has witnessed success stories like CryptoMines. But many of them operated on rudimentary technology due to the constraints of platforms like Ethereum, leading to pyramid-like structures. However, with Solana’s capabilities, we’re possibly on the brink of a paradigm shift in blockchain gaming, moving away from the old gambling and pyramid-style games.

As for Solana’s growth, it’s been an impressive journey in 2023. CoinShares’ latest report highlights Solana’s growing popularity, especially among institutions, marking 27 weeks of inflows compared to just four weeks of selloffs. The previous week alone saw institutional investments to the tune of $5 million. This momentum ensures Solana’s title as the “most-loved altcoin this year.”