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Mythical Games Case Study

Chainlens Blockchain Explorer

Mythical Games Levels Up with Chainlens, Empowering Thousands of Users to Navigate On-Chain Assets.

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Mythical Games, a trailblazing force in blockchain gaming, faced significant challenges when managing their in-house blockchain explorer became untenable due to soaring transaction volumes. 

This obstacle threatened to hinder their vision of integrating blockchain and NFTs into gaming. Enter Chainlens, a hosted blockchain explorer tailor-made for Mythical Games. 

Chainlens seamlessly absorbed the vast data flow on the Mythical blockchain, liberating the team from explorer maintenance. Offering a versatile API and an asset-centric approach with robust NFT support, Chainlens transformed the user experience. Thousands of Mythical users now effortlessly navigate their on-chain assets, while the Mythical team can focus on pioneering gaming experiences.

About the Client

Mythical Games has emerged as one of the leading blockchain gaming startups globally. 

This five-year-old company operates within the realm of blockchain gaming, a niche industry poised for substantial expansion. Mythical's flagship offering, the Mythical Platform, serves as a service-oriented solution for developers and publishers, enabling them to seamlessly integrate blockchain-based economies into their games. 

The company not only provides a platform but also develops its own free-to-play video games. Notably, their debut release, Blankos Block Party - the first blockchain game to launch on the Epic Games Store, has amassed a user base of well over one million accounts. This multiplayer party game offers players the opportunity to engage in various activities, from competitive races to shooting mini-games, all while accumulating and trading playable non-fungible tokens (NFTs) for real currency through Mythical Games' Marketplace. 

Furthermore, Mythical Games has made significant strides with its titles like NFL Rivals, which has recently crossed the two-million download mark, and Nitro Nation World Tour which is currently running a closed beta with the official Season One starting later this year.

Mythical Games' journey is underpinned by an unwavering commitment to a player-centric approach, culminating in the creation of robust, scalable backends that guarantee high-performance gaming experiences. Mythical Games remains poised for continued success in the blockchain gaming arena, all while exemplifying its dedication to revolutionising digital ownership for gamers.

The Challenges

The Mythical Games team encountered several challenges in their pursuit of an effective blockchain explorer solution. Firstly, their initial attempt at running a blockchain explorer product in-house proved to be a daunting task, plagued by difficulties in maintenance. 

This complexity was exacerbated by the sheer volume of transactions occurring on their network, numbering in the millions each month. As a prominent gaming studio renowned for its successful titles centred around in-game assets backed by web3 technology, Mythical Games needed an explorer they could rely on implicitly. 

Importantly, they sought an explorer that would elevate the significance of NFT content, a cornerstone of their gaming ecosystem. With numerous in-game items taking the form of NFTs, Mythical Games required an explorer that prioritised assets and simplified the user experience, particularly for players entering the web3 realm for the first time through Mythical's games like NFL Rivals. 

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The Solution

The solution to Mythical Games' intricate challenges in the realm of blockchain exploration came in the form of Chainlens, a hosted blockchain explorer, that not only offered a viable way to address their technical hurdles but also aligned perfectly with their vision.  Chainlens stepped in as a natural fit for Mythical Games, comfortably accommodating the vast volume of existing data on the Mythical blockchain. This seamless integration immediately alleviated the burden of maintaining their own explorer.

Chainlens didn't stop at data integration; it also offered Mythical Games a versatile API, enabling them to effortlessly incorporate on-chain data into their various products. This API served as a vital bridge between their blockchain and other platforms, streamlining operations and enhancing the accessibility of blockchain data for their development team.

Most notably, Chainlens' asset-centric approach perfectly aligned with Mythical Games' core objectives. By prioritising assets and providing robust support for NFTs and user accounts, Chainlens ensured that Mythical's users had a straightforward and intuitive means of comprehending on-chain activity. This focus on assets proved to be invaluable, as it enabled users to engage more deeply with NFT content within Mythical's gaming ecosystem.

In essence, Chainlens not only resolved Mythical Games' technical challenges but also significantly enriched their user experience by simplifying the intricacies of blockchain exploration. 

The Results

The implementation of Chainlens as the solution to Mythical Games' blockchain exploration challenges has yielded remarkable results, impacting both their user base and internal operations positively. Thousands of Mythical's global users have embraced Chainlens as a powerful tool to track and interact with their on-chain assets. This widespread adoption signifies the success of Chainlens in simplifying the complex world of blockchain, particularly for users who may be new to web3 technology.

Internally, Mythical Games has reaped substantial benefits from the integration of Chainlens. By offloading the cumbersome task of managing their own in-house blockchain explorer, the Mythical team has been afforded the precious commodity of time. The team can now channel their focus and resources towards delivering more innovative and immersive gaming experiences for their users. 

In summary, the results of integrating Chainlens into the Mythical Games ecosystem have been transformational. Users now enjoy streamlined access to on-chain assets, while the Mythical team is empowered to dedicate their efforts to pushing the boundaries of gaming innovation. The partnership between Mythical Games and Chainlens has not only addressed the challenges at hand but has also set the stage for continued growth, user satisfaction, and pioneering advancements in the blockchain gaming landscape.

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How the Chainlens Blockchain Explorer can help you

Chainlens, is the go-to blockchain explorer for EVM-compatible networks, designed to demystify blockchain assets and smart contracts. With a focus on ease of use, Chainlens offers: 

  • Full NFT and token support (ERC-20, ERC-721, ERC-1155)
  • Advanced search, filter, and sort features
  • Customisation tailored to your brand
  • Robust API for streamlined reporting

Used by hundreds of companies and protocols globally, Chainlens has accelerated blockchain adoption and made it easier to manage digital assets. 

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Listen to Sebastiano Bea, Director of Product at Mythical Games, talking to Conor Svensson on the Web3 Innovators Podcast.