For years, game developers have relied on traditional distribution platforms like Steam and the Epic Games Store to reach players worldwide. Rightfully so, these platforms have delivered hundreds of thousands of games for developers worldwide. While these platforms provide essential visibility, they also have several drawbacks: high revenue cuts, discoverability challenges, limited engagement tools, and, most increasingly, a higher barrier to entry/launch.
Platforms like GAIMIN are springing up, offering developers a next-generation alternative. These platforms are not just for Web3 games looking to integrate blockchain features into their games but also for Web2 game developers who might be seeking to integrate other cutting-edge features like AI and more innovative monetization models. Imagine launching your game on a platform that provides lower fees, closer player engagement, and multiple revenue streams beyond game sales.
In this article, we will explore why GAIMIN’s Game Developer Portal (GDP) is the smarter choice for game developers looking to maximize revenue, increase player engagement, and explore the current game-tech demands in present times.
Most game stores take a significant percentage of a developer’s revenue. For example, using the two most popular game launchers currently:
Beyond these commissions, developers also often struggle with fluctuating pricing policies, additional fees for promotions, and the challenge of turning a single-game sale into long-term revenue.
GAIMIN offers much lower game launch fees. In fact, as of this article's publication, it is free to publish and launch games on our platform. Developers can launch their games for free to over 500,000 ready-to-play gamers and, most importantly, keep more of what they earn from their games on our platform!
But the GAIMIN revenue advantage isn’t just limited to game sales. Here’s how GAIMIN unlocks new monetization opportunities:
This diversified approach ensures developers can earn through multiple long-term revenue streams rather than relying solely on game purchases.
Platforms like Steam and Epic have not adopted blockchain gaming, citing regulatory concerns and potential player backlash. This makes it difficult for developers to integrate NFT-based in-game assets, blockchain transactions, or decentralized player rewards.
But the fact that we have realized in recent times is that gaming and blockchain have so much more in common than apart. Gaming and blockchain economies work in similar ways, and both have elements that complement each other. It will be very beneficial to merge these two niches to create a synergy that would empower gamers and developers alike; this is what GAIMIN is trying to achieve.
With GAIMIN, game developers no longer have to struggle to integrate blockchain elements. Key Web3 features GAIMIN can help game developers include:
By choosing GAIMIN, developers can seamlessly incorporate all these blockchain-powered features into their game without external workarounds or platform restrictions.
Developers on platforms like Steam must manage their game servers, optimize performance, and integrate AI features manually. This can be expensive and time-consuming, especially if they are an indie studio using traditional cloud options.
GAIMIN provides far more cost-efficient cloud computing solutions for game developers. From decentralized file-sharing to AI-driven services like NPCs (coming soon), GAMIN is actively working to create an ecosystem that streamlines game development and deployment and enhances the gaming experience for streamers.
Some further enhanced features that GAIMIN is working towards providing developers in the future include:
These features altogether will enable developers to deliver better gaming experiences for their users while saving money on infrastructure costs.
Traditional game stores like Steam and Epic Games Store have served the industry for years, but they come with limitations that surround most Web2-driven systems. For developers, especially the smaller studios, to continue increasing their earnings and growth opportunities, they need to consider the new generation of gaming, and it’s here today! GAIMIN provides an innovative, Web3-native ecosystem that empowers game developers to maximize their revenue, engage players in new ways, and reduce infrastructure costs. With lower fees, built-in cutting-edge technology, new opportunities for discoverability, and monetization models beyond game sales, GAIMIN represents the future of game distribution.
Are you ready to take your game to the next level and be part of the gaming revolution? Check out our Game Developer Portal today and launch your game for free today! Also, read this article to get a step-by-step guide on how to seamlessly launch your games on GAIMIN.
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