True gamers would go to any length to play the games they love, including coughing up thousands of dollars to get a gaming laptop that can play these games. While Gaming laptops are fantastic, we all wish there was a cheaper alternative. Some gaming laptops cost well over $5,000, more than what most people pay for rent.
Even after paying ridiculous prices for gaming laptops, it’s far from over; you still have to spend several hours downloading large game files. Most times, gamers deliberately put off downloading such files until night, so they can initiate the download and go to sleep.
However, WebGL is changing the narrative. With the introduction of WebGL technology, gamers can now play their favorite games online using supported browsers without downloading any files.
On its part, Web3 is revolutionizing gaming as we know it. For example, play-to-earn Web3 games allow players to earn NFTs and tokens by completing tasks.
For those unfamiliar with the terms WebGL and Web3, we’ll briefly explain them.
What is Web3?
The internet has undergone two phases, Web1 and Web2. In Web1, the internet was primarily read-only. With the emergence of Web2, internet users could create information themselves, not just read it. The major drawback of web2 is that it places people’s personal information in the hands of those who control the leading digital platforms, which is the problem that Web3 aims to fix.
Web3 is based on blockchain technology and promises users a decentralized internet. In Web3, data isn’t owned; instead, it is shared. While Web2 focuses on front-end functionality, Web3 focuses on back-end functionality. With the era of Web3 comes Web3 apps (dApps), decentralized applications that are set to replace traditional applications.
What is WebGL?
WebGL, which is short for Web Graphics Library, is a JavaScript API used to render graphics in 2D and 3D within compatible web browsers without the use of plug-ins. Safari, Chrome, Firefox, and Microsoft Edge browsers all support WebGL.
WebGL Technology (Browser-Based Gaming)
Browser-based gaming has been around since the 90s. However, because of the limitations caused by plug-ins, it was relegated to the background. With the introduction of WebGL, these limitations have since become a thing of the past.
WebGL technology can be used across multiple platforms, including mobile devices, unlike other APIs that may be restricted to only PCs. So whether you’re in the comfort of your home or on the move, you can still play your favorite game.
Also, WebGL games use only a fraction of the CPU and GPU power that a traditional PC game would require. This means that users can multitask because WebGL games require only a browser window.
More and more game developers are utilizing WebGL technology. As a result, in the nearest future, insufficient hardware will no longer be a barrier to playing the PC games you love.
Web3 Games (NFT Games)
Play-to-earn NFT games are gaining popularity, thanks to successes like Axie Infinity. Within Axie Infinity, there are two main ways players can earn money. The first is earning Smooth Love Potion (SLP) tokens by completing tasks and challenges. SLP tokens can be traded on several exchanges, including Binance. The second is by raising and selling virtual pets called Axies (Each Axie is an NFT).
Unlike traditional games in which in-game assets are non-transferable and can only be used within the game, NFT games are switching things up. In-game assets in the form of NFTs and tokens are owned by users and can be traded on NFT marketplaces or crypto exchanges.
Even if a game shuts down, NFTs exist independently and live on the blockchain, so they can still be traded. This is not the case with a traditional game where players lose all their in-game purchases.
Due to the uniqueness of NFTs in games, when a user purchases a scarce NFT that others want or need, the asset’s value can increase over time and give the owner a good ROI. The authenticity of an asset is guaranteed because NFTs cannot be duplicated or possessed fraudulently.
With all the advantages that play-to-earn NFT games have over traditional games, there is absolutely no doubt that they are the future of gaming. So, watch out, the revolution is closer than you think!
What is Space Falcon?
Space Falcon is an inter-galactic metaverse game built on Solana, featuring the classic space shooter game and premium SciFi NFTs from cosmos and beyond. Players will be able to explore multiple galaxies and collect valuable NFTs as they advance in the game.
The experience includes a neutral planet known as MetaGround where players can socialize with other players and trade mission-critical assets.
The Space Falcon’s PvE web-based mini-game is currently live. The exciting game features the classic space shooter theme and will be continually improved with time. Gamers with good twitch gameplays will be rewarded in the coming weeks, so be sure to start playing in order not to miss out.
