Multiplayer
Build rich multiplayer worlds with a powerful and flexible matchmaker. From competitive play, to more casual social, Nakama has you covered.
Authoritative multiplayer
Have the final say. Run your game logic in Nakama to verify moves and maintain coherent game state.
Relayed multiplayer
Super low-latency data relay for client driven multiplayer titles. Proven at scale on mobile networks.
Matchmaking and listing
Lightning fast, massively flexible player and lobby matching based on any properties you choose.
Run thousands of multiplayer matches on a single Nakama server
From one player to millions, Nakama gives you a rock-solid foundation to deliver smooth multiplayer experiences at all scales.
Server authoritative multiplayer
- Run custom code in Nakama to validate and respond to player input
- Async real-time, active turn-based, and passive turn-based models
- Keep the game universe moving by setting a custom tick rate - up to 30hz!
Client relayed multiplayer
- Nakama distributes game data directly to all current match players
- Super low overhead, making it easy to start and run matches for all game types
Matchmaking and match listing
- Custom characteristics for both players and matches, giving you total control
- Make matches based on required, desired, and optional characteristics
- Fast free-text search matching
Nakama has enabled us to quickly implement realtime multiplayer and complex matchmaking to our titles, allowing our teams to focus on building our games rather than services.
Alberto Xaubet - VP at GSN Games
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