This week’s update provides a comprehensive overview of the development progress across the XANA platforms. Here’s a detailed look at key updates for each product:
XANA App
Key Highlights
- Osaka Integration and Feedback Fixes: The integration of Osaka into the XANA App has progressed smoothly with several important fixes. Updates included resolving issues with avatar position changes, toggling effects, and animation syncing. Additionally, improvements in material handling, lighting, and skybox adjustments were implemented to enhance the app’s environment.
- Inventory System: The inventory system has been developed and integrated. It allows users to interact with items within the world and purchase, place, and manage their assets effectively.
- NPC Features: The NPCs (non-playable characters) have been enhanced. They are now capable of performing emotes, taking selfies, and interacting with users, offering a more dynamic and engaging experience.
XANA Browser
Key Highlights
- Osaka Integration: The Osaka integration for the browser is nearing completion. Issues related to video playback and avatar rendering have been resolved. The next step will be integrating voice chat functionality.
- Syncing with XANA App: Efforts have been made to replicate the functionalities of the XANA App in the browser, especially in the context of Osaka. Browser-specific issues have been addressed, ensuring a smoother and more consistent experience across platforms.
- Testing and Feedback: The team is currently focusing on testing and gathering feedback for the new Osaka environment in the browser. This will be followed by more comprehensive testing of the voice communication feature and additional fixes.
XANA Builder
Key Highlights
- MiniBuilder Development: The MiniBuilder is evolving with a focus on user experience. Changes have been made to streamline asset selection and placement, borrowing from design practices used in Minecraft. This includes improving snap-to-place functionality and reducing the need for multiple clicks.
- Optimization and Performance: The team has worked on optimizing the load times and improving the performance of the builder, particularly for mobile users. A new zoom mode was introduced to assist with object placement, offering better precision without compromising performance.
- New Asset Integration: Work continues on integrating new assets into the MiniBuilder, with a focus on keeping the asset pool manageable and relevant for the game-building process.
XANA Web
Key Highlights
- Staking Cycle 57: The distribution of staking rewards for Cycle 57 has been delayed due to ongoing chain maintenance. Once the maintenance is completed, the rewards will be distributed promptly.
- Minor Fixes and Features: Several minor fixes and feature enhancements have been applied to improve functionality and user interface. These improvements ensure smoother interaction with the web platform.
XANA NFT
Key Highlights
- Crypto Ninja Genesis Card Free mint: The free mint of Crypto Ninja Genesis Cards has been successfully completed and is currently undergoing testing before its live deployment.
- Bug Fixes and Features: The team has worked on fixing various bugs. Additionally, several minor feature requests have been addressed, improving the overall functionality and user experience.
Conclusion
This week has seen significant progress across the XANA ecosystem, with enhancements made to XANA App, XANA Browser, and XANA Builder. The XANA App has seen improvements in Osaka, while the XANA Browser has made strides with its integration of Osaka. The MiniBuilder is moving forward with performance optimizations and UX improvements, and the XANA Web platform continues to progress with fixes and minor features.
The focus will be on finalizing key features, including voice chat integration in the browser, completing the NPC functionality, and addressing feedback for XANA NFT.
Stay tuned for more exciting updates as we continue to refine and expand the XANA ecosystem!
