Discover the challenges and essential considerations for developing cross-platform games in this 2020 GDC Virtual Talk. Explore nine crucial aspects to consider before embarking on cross-platform development, including cross-play, cross-buy, and the complexities of online infrastructure. Learn about identity and account management, engine selection, networking, cross-save functionality, and the intricacies of multi-platform purchases. Gain insights into synchronizing releases, implementing server-side toggles, and navigating platform-specific requirements. Equip yourself with the knowledge needed to successfully create and launch games across multiple platforms.
Overview
Syllabus
Intro
Why Cross-Platform?
Cross-Play
Cross-Buy
Here's a bummer
Your Games, Your Online Stack
So, what can you use from First Party Platform?
Identity and Account Management
Account Linking in the wild
TIP: Have one central Identity & Account System
EXAMPLE: Implementing Account Linking with Steam
EXAMPLE: Typical Matchmaking Flow
Tips on Picking Your Game Engine
Tips on Networking & Connectivity
Geralt on the go...
Cross-save to the rescue!
Storing Progression / Player State
SPOP vs MPOP
EXAMPLE Fulfillment Flow
EXAMPLE Purchase flow on Steam
3 Things Guaranteed in Life
Example (Xbox Requirement)
Fornite's Black Hole event
Synchronizing Release can be challenging..
Ways to "Release" Feature
Server-Side Toggles
EXAMPLE Server-Side Toggle Flow
3 Steps to enable BOPA
Keyless Entitlement is not widely available
Thank you
Taught by
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