Xai, a new permissionless blockchain geared towards gamers, is receiving support from influential players like Offchain Labs and Ex Populus.
In Brief
Scheduled for release later this year, Xai is an open-access Layer 3 (L3) blockchain that integrates the Arbitrum Orbit technology framework, focusing closely on gaming applications.
Xai plans to work alongside Offchain Labs to bolster its infrastructure, marketing efforts, and product offerings.
The vision for this Layer 3 blockchain is to become a ‘decentralized gaming console’ and a publishing ally for developers creating web3 games.
With a distinct gaming focus, Xai, launching soon, is designed as a permissionless Layer 3 blockchain utilizing Arbitrum Orbit technology, aiming to address the unique needs of the gaming sector.
The oversight of Xai's L3 blockchain development will be handled by the Xai Foundation, with Offchain Labs participating as a key partner in areas such as infrastructure, promotion, and product enhancements. To attract more web3 game developers, Xai will progressively add features like expanded contract capacity and account abstraction.
What is L3?
Layer 3 solutions stand out by operating on top of both Layer 1 and Layer 2 systems, effectively tackling scalability concerns that L1 and L2 encounter. They typically introduce sophisticated protocols or infrastructure changes to significantly boost performance by managing a high volume of transactions off-chain or utilizing advanced optimization strategies.
The implementation of L3 solutions can vary widely and may introduce technologies such as sidechains and state channels or alternative off-chain protocols. Though still in the nascent stages, L3 holds the potential to broaden the functional scope and accessibility of blockchain networks, making them ideal for diverse applications ranging from gaming to finance and decentralized apps (dApps).
Innovative consensus mechanisms, sharding, and various improvements could also be part of the L3 landscape, all aimed at enhancing throughput, minimizing delay, and maximizing the efficiency of blockchain environments.
Xai’s first contributor: Ex Populous
After Xai launches, the web3 game developer Ex Populous will be the first to contribute to the L3 platform. Their strategy includes moving their established gaming franchises over to Xai once it becomes fully operational. Initially rooted in the Solana ecosystem, Ex Populous is preparing to shift to the Arbitrum ecosystem before subsequently rolling out its games on Xai.
The leadership team at Ex Populous consists of seasoned professionals who have previously worked with notable companies like Pixar, Ubisoft, Blizzard, Activision, Wargaming, and IGN.
In a unique email interaction with Metaverse Post, Tobias Batton, CEO of Ex Populous, elaborated on what makes Xai an exceptional choice compared to other scaling solutions aimed at the gaming sector.
"Emerging platforms like Xbox Game Pass and SteamOS were created to minimize barriers for users wanting to enjoy their favorite games. Similarly, XAI was designed to ease player access by removing the daunting elements of blockchain technology. By prioritizing user experience, we envision a future where extensive game collections can share a common backend, fostering interoperability across all titles within the collection.\"
Batton emphasized Ex Populous's aim to deliver a seamless experience for gamers, eliminating the hurdles of blockchain interactions like wallet setups and staking. He is well-known for creating Clan Wars, a social game that amassed over 10 million active users monthly. Recently, he also developed the Signal Zero publishing platform, which facilitated close to 1 billion game installations from companies such as MZ and Supercell.
Ex Populus is currently hard at work on two game titles, Final Form and LAMOverse, both set to launch on Xai later this year. Final Form promises an engaging trading card and combat experience, while LAMOverse will offer an online multiplayer PvP format with various modes including Battle Royale and Capture the Flag. The company is looking to transition its existing titles to the Arbitrum ecosystem later this year.
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