Blue Breath Studio


René Reyes | Multimedia Designer














UI/UX Design  +  Design Research +  Art Direction  


Research and Design: René Reyes

Trademark: Giang Pham




Overview:



Gameport is a video game review app that allows users to review video games, whether old, past, or new games and log them for other users to interact and share. Gameport allows for users to create playlists for the games they want to play in the future, and are able to collaborate with other users on playlists.

Challenge:



Despite the booming popularity of video games, there exists a noticeable gap in fast and interactive platforms for reviewing them. Current systems often lack real-time engagement and collaboration, hindering gamers' ability to share and explore diverse perspectives efficiently.

Solution:



I am spearheading the creation of a dynamic platform aimed at empowering gamers to share their insights on video games swiftly and collaboratively. By integrating interactive features and fostering a community-driven environment, this platform seeks to revolutionize how gamers review and discuss their favorite titles.

“Gameport is about making sure gamers and others that want to get into gaming, feel like they have a community.



Survey:

This Google survey was created in purpose to find out the pain points and issues users with digital game sharing/reviewing.
35 respondents shared their experiences.






Insights from Survey:








- A significant portion of respondents play video games daily or several times a week, indicating a high level of engagement with gaming.







- User reviews and ratings are highly influential when deciding to try a new game, with a majority considering them very important.




- Many users find sponsored or biased content to be a significant annoyance, as it undermines trust in the reviews.





- The lack of robust community features for discussing games and sharing experiences is seen as a limitation, hindering interactive engagement among users.



Mockups:



Home Page
Sidebar Page
Profile Page
Title Page
Review Page




What I Learned:



Through this process of conducting surveys and gathering insights, I've learned invaluable lessons about the preferences and frustrations of gamers when it comes to video game review platforms. By integrating these insights into our app's design and functionality—from ensuring transparency and reliability in reviews to enhancing community engagement and coverage of niche games—we're poised to deliver a user-centered experience that meets diverse needs and enhances trust among our user base.


Further Development:



Based on the insights gathered, our next steps involve refining the app to address user frustrations and preferences more effectively. This includes implementing features like enhanced transparency in reviews, improving community engagement tools, expanding coverage of niche games, and optimizing usability across different devices. By prioritizing these developments, we aim to create a robust and user-friendly video game review platform that resonates deeply with our audience and sets us apart in the competitive landscape.