DINOSAUR TIME CAPSULES | Robot Sea Monster

Project

Dinosaur Time Capsules

Platforms

iOS

Technologies

Unity, Universal Fighting Engine (UFE)

Project Overview

Bit Toys Inc., an innovative startup seeking to revolutionize virtual asset collectability, partnered with Robot Sea Monster to develop ‘Dinosaur Time Capsules.’ This engaging turn-based combat game for mobile devices leverages NFC (Near-Field Communication) technology, enabling players to bring physical dinosaur toys to life in the digital world. By tapping NFC-enabled figurines on their phones, players can collect, nurture, and battle with their unique prehistoric creatures.

Key Features

Turn-based Local Multiplayer : Players engage in strategic battles with friends, taking turns to command their unique dinosaurs.
NFC Token Integration : Tapping NFC tokens on the phone’s sensor brings dinosaurs to life within the game, enhancing the physical-digital connection.
Dynamic Combat System : The Universal Fighting Engine (UFE) enabled the rapid development of exciting and varied combat mechanics.
Persistent Gameplay : Cloud-based progression ensures that all dinosaur attributes and player progress are securely stored and accessible.
Visually Stunning : High-resolution dinosaur models create an immersive and captivating gaming experience.

The Solution

Rapid MVP Delivery : Robot Sea Monster swiftly built a minimum viable product (MVP) for ‘Dinosaur Time Capsules’ using Unity as the core engine.
Seamless NFC Integration : The team expertly integrated NFC technology, allowing players to tap their physical dinosaur toys on their phones to unlock and interact with corresponding digital counterparts within the game.
Efficient Combat System : The integration of the Universal Fighting Engine (UFE) plugin streamlined the creation of engaging combat mechanics.
Optimized Asset Utilization : By focusing on dinosaurs, the team leveraged existing high-resolution models, accelerating development and minimizing costs.

The Results

Successful App Store Launch : The game was successfully launched on the App Store, validating Bit Toys Inc.’s concept and showcasing the potential of NFC technology for enhancing virtual asset collectability.

The Challenge

Showcase NFC’s Potential : Bit Toys Inc. sought to demonstrate the power of NFC chips in driving virtual asset adoption and collectability.
Tight Timeline and Budget : The startup needed a high-quality game developed rapidly and cost-effectively to meet their urgent App Store launch goals.