Games are about experience and merging with Blockchain improves that, says Pavel Bains from Bluzelle
Pavel Bains believes that the best way to onboard mass users to blockchain games is to start small and grow organically.
Gaming has always been a popular pastime, and with the use of blockchain technology, it has become even more immersive and engaging. In accordance Pavel Bains, co-founder of Bluzelle and a seasoned gaming industry veteran, the merging of gaming and blockchain technology has improved the overall gaming experience. Bains has worked with some of the biggest gaming giants, such as Disney Interactive and Electronic Arts, and his experience in the industry is second to none.
In this interview, Bains shares his thoughts on the shift from Web2 gaming brands to Web3, the future of blockchain gaming, and Blouses vision for the coming years. He also discusses the potential of blockchain gaming for mass users aboard Web3 and what early developers in the gaming space should focus on. Bains’ insights provide valuable information for anyone interested in the gaming industry and the potential of blockchain technology to revolutionize it.
Your experience working with gaming giants like EA and Disney is phenomenal. Do you see a paradigm shift from Web2 gaming brands to Web3?
Bains: Web 2 gaming brands have been dominant for a long time and will continue to do so. However, we will see new gaming brands emerge in the Web3 space, just like what happened with social media and mobile gaming. Console-based gaming brands needed help keeping up with the changing landscape of social and mobile gaming, leading to the rise of new gaming brands such as Zynga and Supercell. Likewise, we expect to see new Web3 gaming brands emerge as the technology evolves.
How did you become involved in Bluzelle, and how do you see the company shaping up over the next few years?
Bains: I co-founded Bluzelle with my CTO, Neeraj. He envisioned a decentralized future that requires decentralized storage, and we have built Bluzelle with that vision. In the next few years, we envision Bluzelle becoming a web3 game publisher, much like what Supercell did for mobile games. We adapt to the changing landscape of the industry and recognize the importance of consumer products, especially with the rise of NFTs and gaming resources. With our background in gaming, we are well positioned to create a GameFi chain, which will be a significant player in the web3 gaming space.
Currently, Cosmos is DeFi-focused, enabling applications to solve financial services. Where do you see blockchain games gaining traction?
Bains: DeFi has been an excellent start for Cosmos, bringing in existing users and new ones looking to do more within the Cosmos ecosystem. NFTs and gaming are two segments that users are interested in and can provide significant traction. Blockchain games will gain significant momentum in the coming years, especially as the technology advances and developers create new and innovative games.
What do you want to achieve by launching Bluzelle as a Cosmos App chain?
Bains: We see Cosmos as a growing ecosystem over the next few years, and Bluzelle can play a significant role in the gaming space within that ecosystem. By launching Bluzelle as a Cosmos App chain, we can provide a secure and decentralized database for game resources and NFTs, which will be in demand.
The market is bearish, but will blockchain games take off? What are your thoughts on blockchain gaming aboard mass users in Web3?
Bains: Blockchain technology is unique in that it often starts with either zero users or a mass influx of users. However, the best way to onboard mass users to blockchain games is to start small and grow organically. We can expand and integrate new users by building a strong community and providing value to users. It is important to focus first on building a great product rather than trying to attract users with hype.
We heard about Gamma 4. How is this game project unique from the existing players in the space?
Bains: What sets Gamma 4 apart from other players in the gaming industry is that our game is designed to be fun. Unlike many existing games that prioritize features and functionality over user experience, games should first and foremost be enjoyable. With Gamma 4, we leverage our expertise in the gaming industry to create a game that people want to play.
What advice would you give to early stage builders building in the gaming space?
Bains: If you are an early developer looking to break into the game industry, I recommend you gain experience building games in a medium or large development studio. Only rush into Web3 gaming after first understanding what it takes to create fun and engaging games. Games are content, and content is driven by talent. This is not just technology that you can outsource or hack. It’s like making a movie; hard work and money will not solve the problem if your screenwriter is bad and the director is not talented.
In conclusion, the interview with Pavel Bains, co-founder of Bluzelle, has provided valuable insight into the exciting world of the blockchain game. Bain’s previous experience working with gaming giants and his vision for a decentralized future led to Bluzelle’s innovative approach to GameFi. With NFTs and game assets stored on Bluzelle, the company’s background in games provides expertise in creating an ecosystem for Web3 games. It will be interesting to see how Bluzelle continues to disrupt the industry and how they create unique experiences for players in the future.
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