SportsVerse (Formerly MagicVerse)
Overview
In a whirlwind three-day period, our six-member team conceptualized and initiated the development of SportsVerse, formerly known as MagicVerse. Aimed at creating an inclusive sports metaverse where kids from around the world and with any type of disability can partake, SportsVerse won first place in the Orlando Magic Innovation Challenge 2023. While my talented team focused on market research, branding, and financial feasibility, I served as the Full-Stack Game Developer, bringing our collective vision to life.
Features
The game offers a rich virtual environment, simulating three iconic sports arenas: the Amway Center, the Solar Bears Arena, and the Orlando City Stadium. In the main city lobby, players can roam through a lifelike urban setting—complete with moving cars and dynamic lighting—before entering one of the three stadiums to engage in virtual basketball, hockey, or soccer games.
Technologies Used
- Unity2D for game engine
- C# for backend logic
- Real-time Networking
- Complex UI elements
Accomplishments
- Transformed a 3-day conceptual idea into a functional game prototype in just 2 days.
- Took full-stack development responsibilities, integrating both front-end and back-end elements into a cohesive experience.
- Earned public recognition during an Orlando Magic basketball game, with an announcement made at the center court.
Recognition
Winning the Orlando Magic Innovation Challenge has not only earned us public acclaim but also underscored the feasibility and potential profitability of SportsVerse, validated by our team’s in-depth market analysis and business strategy.
Miguel Martinez Olivares 