HSTC1110
A FACEBOOK GAME LIKE SCRABBLE WITH THE PSYCHOLOGICAL CHALLENGE OF POKER
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A FACEBOOK GAME LIKE SCRABBLE WITH THE PSYCHOLOGICAL CHALLENGES OF POKER Challenge
Situation A startup company in social gaming domain developed a unique game that combines word creation and scoring with the competitive and psychological aspects of Poker The game needed a revamp for creating a better appeal for the audience
Make the game robust for multi-user scenarios and monitor for frequent crashes Integrate game with Facebook to leverage social media features and monetize the game app Create an attractive and engaging UI and judiciously use limited screen size of Facebook Apps page while ensuring all key features of the game are visible on screen
Harbinger Solution Identified the defect causing frequent crashes in game and the application’s code was appropriately modified. Team also conducted the testing of all possible scenarios in the game using dedicated machines and dummy/model users. Implemented Facebook APIs in the game. This enabled features like chips buying options, addition of social features like inviting friends, display of news and notification on wall and a dashboard listing friends, their status and high scores. Conducted a user experience test with subjects ranging from novices to experts. The outcome was an attractive and intuitive UI making optimal use of real estate. The team also integrated background sounds for various user interactions and this gave an engaging experience to the player.
Modification of game logic to bring higher accuracy in the monetary calculations in the game play
Technologies & Tools FLEX LUA Facebook SDK MySQL C & PHP
Improved the game logic to ensure proper pot distribution, precise division of chips in the main pots and side pots among players
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Benefits
BOTTOM LINE
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All scenarios and interactions of game ran smoothly and seamlessly with large number of concurrent players
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Facebook integration resulted in higher popularity of the game and also opened up a revenue channel for the client
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The client was able to provide an engaging and addictive gaming experience to players with the help of a well designed and intuitive UI
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Improved game logic leading to fair and precise pot distribution of chips to the players
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Enhanced user experience and wider audience with intuitive interface, robust design and social media integration.
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