In Brief:
- Integration Hurdles: Valhalla announces completion of Flokitar mainnet integration ahead of testnet due to unresolved LayerZero issues, considers alternative bridging for testnet operations.
- Economic and Competitive Updates: Development includes farming, crafting, and a marketplace, leading into ranked leaderboards and tournaments post-economic overhaul.
- Enhancing Social Interaction: Plans for a friend list, party system, and global chat are underway, albeit with challenges in moderating global chat effectively.
Flokitar Mainnet Integration
Valhalla has successfully completed the integration of Flokitars on their mainnet, prior to deploying on their testnet—a rare deviation from the typical development sequence. An outstanding issue with LayerZero on the testnet is delaying the rollout. “There’s also a broader issue on the LayerZero side that’s affecting the timeline for rolling out the bridge, and we’re waiting for that to resolve before pushing the integration live,” stated the Valhalla team. If these issues are prolonged, Valhalla may implement a secondary bridging system on the testnet while maintaining LayerZero for the mainnet operation.
Economic Revamp Prior to Competitive Play
Valhalla’s roadmap progresses from an economic overhaul to fostering a competitive environment. The forthcoming update is slated to introduce key components like farming, crafting, and an in-game marketplace. The transition towards competitive features such as ranked leaderboards and tournaments will follow. The team is cautious about introducing new assets or making significant changes soon after these substantial economic updates. “We don’t want to add ‘noise’ to the economy by introducing even more assets, or changing the way they work, shortly after the economy underwent such a large change,” they explained.
Readiness for Market Changes
In response to queries about readiness for potential market upticks, the team expressed confidence post-economy overhaul, indicating preparedness for increased activity and user engagement. “After the economy overhaul, very ready,” they affirmed. The project is positioned as a flagship offering, anticipated to attract attention as market dynamics evolve favorably.
Implementation of Social Features
Development of social features is also underway, aiming to enrich player interaction within Valhalla. The integration of a friend list, party system, and global chat is in progress. The team acknowledged the complexity of moderating a global chat, especially within crypto communities, which presents considerable challenges. This array of social tools is designed to enhance user experience and foster community within the platform, although moderation remains a critical hurdle to address effectively.