This week’s update provides a detailed overview of the progress made across various XANA platforms, including XANA App, XANA Browser, XANA Builder, XANA Web, and XANA NFT. The development focus for each platform involved crucial bug fixes, integration tasks, feature implementations, and performance optimization. Here’s the breakdown of each platform’s updates:
XANA App
Key Updates
- Osaka Integration and Fixes: Work on integrating the Osaka environment and addressing multiple bugs, including animation syncing, avatar positioning, and material issues. The team focused on finalizing various components to ensure smooth user interaction.
- Saudi Games and Event Updates: Enhancements to the Saudi Games include the integration of a new vector controller, action system, and moving platforms. Adjustments were made to the character controller to enhance the experience.
- New Features and Bug Fixes: Several SQA and JP feedbacks were addressed, including issues with avatars, NPCs, and world integration.
XANA Browser
Key Updates
- Osaka Integration: Osaka was successfully integrated into the XANA browser, with multiple video and animation fixes applied. Issues related to video playback, disconnection handling, and avatar rendering were addressed.
- Browser Sync with XANA App: The browser is closely mirroring the XANA App functionality, with the integration of Osaka features. The focus has been on ensuring compatibility between both platforms.
- Performance Optimization: Several bug fixes were implemented, including issues with player rotation, video streaming, and screen adjustments. Ongoing optimization efforts aim to ensure smooth performance across devices.
- Voice Chat Issues: The voice chat functionality in the browser is still being developed. This will be completed to align with the new Osaka features.
XANA Builder
Key Updates
- Mini Builder Development: The focus in Mini Builder was on enhancing user experience and improving performance. The core feature of the Mini-Builder is now working well, with improvements in asset management, world-building, and UI navigation. The builder is being optimized for mobile devices, ensuring it remains lightweight and responsive.
- Snapping and Grid Functionality: Enhancements were made to the snapping feature to ensure smoother placement of objects within the builder. The functionality allows users to align and place items seamlessly.
- Optimizing for Mobile: The team worked on optimizing performance for mobile devices, ensuring that large numbers of objects can be placed without causing significant lag. This is crucial for creating immersive worlds while maintaining smooth performance.
- Feedback Integration: Many UI-related bugs and usability issues were resolved, including overlapping issues with objects and UI improvements for better accessibility. The team is working on streamlining controls and enhancing overall usability.
XANA Web
Key Updates
- Staking Cycle 57: The development of Staking Cycle 57 is underway, with some tasks delayed due to ongoing chain maintenance. Once the maintenance is complete, the reward distribution will resume.
- Hotfixes: Some minor hotfixes related to functionality and UI elements have been addressed. These fixes will ensure that the platform remains stable while other major features are worked on.
- Upcoming Tasks: The team is preparing, where they will tackle tasks related to the new features and hotfixes as per the feedback.
XANA NFT
Key Updates
- Crypto Ninja Genesis Card Free mint: The free mint for Crypto Ninja Genesis Card has been completed and is now in testing. The deployment to the live environment is imminent.
- Feature Enhancements: Several minor features and hotfixes requested have been addressed. These changes will help improve the overall functionality and performance of the NFT platform.
- Upcoming Tasks: The team will focus on implementing features for the NFT marketplace and making the necessary adjustments.
Conclusion
This week saw a lot of progress across the XANA ecosystem. From enhancements in world-building in XANA Builder to the final stages of integrating Osaka into XANA App and browser, the team is making significant strides toward delivering a seamless, engaging experience. The focus on optimizing performance, especially for mobile users, is key to ensuring that all users can enjoy the platform smoothly. Additionally, the continued work on virtual worlds, including NPC integration, and the progression of Saudi Games and events will bring new layers of interactivity to the XANA universe.
As always, the team is dedicated to providing high-quality updates and improvements. Stay tuned for more progress in the coming weeks!
