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Why in 2018 are there still problems with Online Gaming?

ZeroSwordX
Explorer
90% of network code for connecting people to play video games together is literally the same code done over and over again. Shouldn't Oculus be putting money into having some kind of network framework for matchmaking, ranking, ladders, VOIP, friends-list, etc. Instead of having developers re-create the matchmaking systems for each individual game. Oculus needs to spend research money into a universal multiplayer platform that can be re-skinned and customized for each game.
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KuroInkH
Explorer


If you look at the developer documentation for the platform, you'll see we have much of what you are asking for already. Including matchmaking, VOIP, P2P networking, friends-list, leaderboard, etc.
https://developer.oculus.com/platform/


Actually, it crashes in my projects, where can I find some help?

Anonymous
Not applicable
Vietcong Co-op Mode with 12 Player Team all using Proximity VOIP still rivals todays efforts and that was in 2003!!!

kojack
MVP
MVP

KuroInkH said:



If you look at the developer documentation for the platform, you'll see we have much of what you are asking for already. Including matchmaking, VOIP, P2P networking, friends-list, leaderboard, etc.
https://developer.oculus.com/platform/


Actually, it crashes in my projects, where can I find some help?


The developer boards are for that kind of thing: https://forums.oculusvr.com/developer



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MowTin
Expert Trustee
VR has fewer players so they need a system that allows a smaller player base to setup matches and sessions easily.

Something like VR chatrooms where you can spontaneously agree to play any VR game together.  
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Anonymous
Not applicable
You mean a Home Lobby for Online Friends?
Vote here please...