Gaming

A look at the key benefits of separating game servers for multiplayer functionality from chat infrastructure for in-game chat and other social features.

The best way for any game to improve player engagement and retention is to integrate real-time interactivity; this means features like chat, in-game alerts, leaderboards & presence. However, developing these features yourself can take time and effort. PubNub can help. We are trusted by multiple customers...

The best way for any game to improve player engagement and retention is to integrate real-time interactivity; this means features like in-game chat, alerts, leaderboards & presence, but developing these features yourself can be time-consuming and distracting - time you could spend better improving other...

Discover PubNub's involvement in GDC 2023 and other gaming conferences, showcasing its real-time solutions to empower game developers.

Build your own online multiplayer tic-tac-toe game with React Native for iOS and Android using PubNub. Part one of this tutorial focuses on the environment setup, creating, and joining lobbies.

In this tutorial, learn how to easily build real-time leaderboards and achievement streaming for multiplayer games using PubNub and Unity.

Build your own multiplayer tic-tac-toe game with React Native for iOS and Android using PubNub. Part two of this tutorial focuses on player turns and deploying the game.

Comparing the major game engines: Unity vs Unreal Engine vs Corona SDK vs GameMaker Studio, including the benefits and cons of each.

Social features, like in-game chat, offer a solution to driving player retention by fueling engagement, attracting community-minded players, and allowing players to form bonds through your game.