Unity King Derby Game on Solana
Unity King Derby Game on Solana
A proof-of-concept mobile game demonstrating blockchain integration in Unity, specifically showcasing Solana wallet connectivity and transaction capabilities. This arcade-style horse racing game serves as a practical example of implementing blockchain technology in mobile gaming applications.
Project Overview
King Derby is inspired by the classic 1981 arcade game by Tazmi, reimagined as a modern mobile game with blockchain integration. Players predict which two horses will finish first and second in a 15-horse race. The game was developed as a single-scene Unity application to demonstrate the feasibility and implementation patterns of Solana blockchain integration in mobile games.
Blockchain Integration
Solana Implementation
- Native Solana wallet integration for mobile devices
- Blockchain transaction handling within Unity
- Demonstration of crypto wallet connectivity patterns
- Foundation for NFT and token-based game mechanics
What is Solana? Solana is an open-source, high-performance, permissionless blockchain platform known for its exceptional speed and low transaction costs. The Solana Foundation, based in Geneva, Switzerland, maintains this innovative blockchain project that enables scalable decentralized applications.
Platform Availability
The game is published on both major mobile platforms:
- Android: Available on Google Play Store
- iOS: Available on Apple App Store
Development Challenges
Content Rating Navigation The development process presented interesting regulatory challenges. Despite being completely free and using no real money, the horse racing theme required careful content rating considerations:
- Classified as “simulated gambling” on mobile platforms
- Required detailed content rating configuration for Android approval
- iOS publication restrictions under personal developer accounts
- Valuable learning experience in mobile app store compliance
Technical Implementation
Game Architecture
- Single-scene Unity game for streamlined development
- Clean separation between game logic and blockchain integration
- Mobile-optimized performance
- Cross-platform codebase for iOS and Android
Key Features
- 15-horse racing simulation
- Prediction-based gameplay mechanics
- Solana wallet connectivity
- Blockchain transaction processing
- Mobile-friendly user interface
Learning Outcomes
This project provided valuable insights into:
- Integrating blockchain technology with Unity game engine
- Mobile app store compliance and content rating requirements
- Cross-platform mobile game deployment
- Balancing game simplicity with technical demonstration goals
- Real-world blockchain application development
Resources
GitHub Repository
Platform Downloads
- Android: Google Play Store
- iOS: Apple App Store
Future Applications
This proof-of-concept demonstrates patterns applicable to:
- NFT-based gaming assets
- Play-to-earn game mechanics
- Decentralized gaming economies
- Blockchain-verified game achievements
- Cross-game asset portability
Technical Significance
While intentionally kept simple as a POC, this project successfully demonstrates that blockchain integration in mobile games is not only feasible but can be implemented cleanly without compromising user experience. The single-scene architecture proves that even minimal implementations can effectively showcase blockchain capabilities, providing a foundation for more complex decentralized gaming applications.
The project stands as a practical reference for developers looking to integrate Solana or other blockchain technologies into Unity-based mobile games, complete with working examples of wallet connectivity, transaction handling, and cross-platform deployment strategies.