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Weekly Development Update | 14 September – 20 September

Weekly Development Update

This week’s update offers a detailed look at the progress made across the XANA ecosystem. Below is a comprehensive summary of the latest enhancements, bug fixes, and new features:

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XANA App

Key Highlights

  • Summit Feature Enhancements: The team focused on updates related to the Summit, including multiple world changes, tutorial banners, and localization improvements. Features like object tapping to redirect to websites have also been added.
  • AI DJ World Club: The background music management for the AI DJ Club was optimized by splitting large audio files into smaller segments, ensuring smoother playback.
  • Minimap Overhaul: The minimap received a major update, changing to a square format and refining object placement and navigation tools. Iterations have been made to fine-tune car paths, object placements, and user redirection.
  • Multiplayer Testing: Comprehensive multiplayer testing has begun related to UI and design to ensure that the Summit’s multiplayer functionality is seamless.
  • App Store and Play Store Approval: The updated app version has passed reviews on both the App Store and Play Store, marking a significant milestone in app development.

XANA Builder

Key Highlights

  • DAO Feedback and Syncing: Significant attention was given to handling feedback from DAO worlds and syncing changes between DAO-related content and the builder. This ensures a seamless integration of user-generated content.
  • Generic Pop-up System: The old toaster message system was replaced with a more streamlined generic pop-up system, improving the overall user experience.
  • Localization for Publishing: Both Japanese and English screens are now supported when publishing worlds, enhancing accessibility for global users.
  • Physics and Gameplay Updates: Upcoming updates will focus on enhancing character physics to ensure movements feel more natural and interactive.

XANA Browser

Key Highlights

  • Summit Sync and Development: The browser development team concentrated on syncing new Summit developments from the XANA App to ensure consistency across platforms. Changes are first implemented on the app and then ported to the browser.
  • Web3 Login Flow and Cache Management: The sign-up and login flow was upgraded to Web3 Auth, improving security. Additionally, cache-clearing functionality has been tested and rolled out across all WebGL modules for a smoother user experience.
  • Emote Syncing and Animation Improvements: Work continues on syncing emote animations and optimizing them for browser compatibility.

NFTDUEL

Key Highlights

  • Bug Fixes and Code Optimization: Several bugs were fixed, including game freezes and issues with logging in with new accounts. The ability code was refactored to improve overall game stability. The testnet build has been submitted, marking progress on Astroboy Ehime integration.
  • Astroboy Ehime: The team implemented the Astroboy Ehime character, focusing on optimizing image sizes and dimensions to ensure smoother gameplay.

XANA Web

Key Highlights

  • Staking Cycle 48 Rewards: The display and distribution of staking rewards for cycle 48 were completed and deployed live.
  • Hotfixes and UX Improvements: The team will focus on hotfixes and implementing new features based on feedback.

XANA NFT

Key Highlights

  • Upcoming Features: The team will focus on hotfixes, secondary sales of NFT Duel cards, and Crypto Ninja Genesis card payment integration.
  • Staking Reward System: Ongoing efforts will address changes related to the staking reward system.

Conclusion

The XANA ecosystem continues to evolve, with major improvements in user experience, performance, and new feature rollouts across all platforms. The team remains dedicated to refining the platform’s stability and functionality. Stay tuned for more exciting updates in the coming weeks, and thank you for your continued support!

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