Decentraland Launches New Desktop Client for Immersive Experience
October 23, 2024 BACK TO NEWS
Decentraland unveils a new desktop client, enhancing performance and introducing features like Daily Quests, immersive environments, and a Creator Hub - IcoHolder.
Decentraland, the pioneering decentralized virtual social world, has unveiled a powerful new desktop client, marking a significant shift in how users will interact within its immersive environments. This beta release promises to enhance performance and introduce engaging features, setting the stage for future innovations and expanded creator tools.
Transition to a Unity-Powered Desktop Experience
With this launch, Decentraland moves away from its browser-based experience to a more stable, Unity-powered desktop client. This transition aligns with Decentraland’s vision for an interconnected metaverse, enabling users to explore a richer and more dynamic virtual landscape.
Yemel Jardi, Executive Director of the Decentraland Foundation, highlighted the importance of this shift: “Today marks a new chapter for Decentraland. As virtual worlds take on a larger role in digital life, Decentraland is committed to creating a virtual world where people, not corporations, own their digital lives.”
Key Features of the New Desktop Client
The new client introduces several noteworthy features designed to enhance user experience:
Performance Boosts & Smoother Gameplay: Users can expect faster load times, higher frame rates, and improved multiplayer interactions, even in crowded areas.
Immersive Environments: The desktop client breathes new life into Decentraland’s world, featuring dynamic lighting, new beaches, and procedurally generated environments, allowing for a more visually rich experience that loads up to 80 parcels away.
New Engagement Mechanics: The introduction of Daily Quests and mini-games encourages user participation, rewarding them with items like Wearables and Emotes. A new Badges system tracks and showcases user achievements, fostering community interaction.
Simplified User Controls: Enhanced player profiles and an intuitive backpack design improve avatar customization, while streamlined navigation provides quick access to essential features.
Enhanced Avatars & Social Interactions: Upgraded avatars offer smoother movements and improved rendering, alongside new chat features that enhance communication and interaction within the community.
A Future-Ready Platform
The release of this desktop client lays the groundwork for Decentraland's evolution into virtual reality (VR) and mobile experiences. “This upgraded desktop client transforms how people experience Decentraland,” said Kim Currier, Head of Partnerships and Marketing. “For our community, it’s about creating a beautiful, vibrant space where people can genuinely connect and form new friendships from across the globe.”
Download and Experience Decentraland
The future of Decentraland and virtual social worlds begins now. Users can experience this revitalized, interactive digital environment by downloading the new desktop client, available for both Mac and Windows. More information and the download link can be found on Decentraland’s official website.
About Decentraland
As the first decentralized, community-driven virtual social world, Decentraland empowers users to create, explore, and connect within an open digital landscape. Governed by a decentralized autonomous organization (DAO), Decentraland prioritizes self-expression and freedom, fostering collaboration and community to shape the future of digital interaction. With this new desktop client, Decentraland is not only enhancing the user experience but also reinforcing its commitment to a user-driven metaverse.