GameWall is a software solution that adds interactivity to virtually any display.
Its main components are:
Absolutely. Every part of GameWall can be customized to match the given partner, brand, product, or event.
In the simplest case, the waiting screen (Lobby Screen) and the controller interface displayed on mobile devices can be customized. The lobby background can be not only a static image but also a video.
The next level is when the partner selects an existing application or game from the GameWall application library, and only the assets, images, icons, and colors are modified. The gameplay or application mechanics themselves remain unchanged.
The third level is the development of a fully custom application tailored entirely to the partner’s needs.
There is also support for white-label solutions, where the system does not display any GameWall branding at all.
If you use the dedicated GameWall hardware, the GameWall Console, instead of the GameWall Desktop application to power the display, then nothing needs to be installed.
The GameWall Console is GameWall’s dedicated hardware solution. This is the component that needs to be connected to the display.
Of course, the GameWall system is not limited to its own hardware. There is also a GameWall Desktop application available for Windows, macOS, and Linux operating systems. Users can install it on their own computers to run GameWall applications.
GameWall Console specifications:
Both options are available.
Purchasing is mainly recommended for GameWall resellers who may also operate their own support or operations teams.
Rental is ideal for occasional events or recurring events with long breaks in between.
Two scenarios need to be distinguished.
If a GameWall Console is used, it automatically restarts after the power outage ends, and the system becomes ready for users and players again.
Local data storage is also designed in a way that allows the system to automatically repair potential corruption during restart.
However, if the partner uses the GameWall Desktop application on their own hardware, then it is their responsibility to restart the GameWall Desktop application and handle any issues caused by the power outage.
No mobile app download is required.
On mobile devices, control is provided through a browser-based web application.
Yes, integration is possible if:
To use the GameWall system, you first need to scan a QR code to join the room / playfield running on the display.
You need to provide a nickname, and if prizes are involved, possibly an email address as well, while also accepting the terms of use.
You can then choose whether you want to play a single-player or multiplayer game. Based on your selection, a list of available games/applications appears. After selecting one, you enter a waiting queue. As soon as it is your turn — possibly immediately — the system notifies you on your mobile phone.
At the end of the game, a leaderboard is displayed, and the system may also reward players.
Afterwards, the process returns to the waiting screen (the so-called Lobby Screen).
Of course, it is also possible for a room to continuously run a single application that users can freely join and leave.
A room, also called a playfield, is a standalone unit within the system that can operate independently. Users and players join a room via a QR code.
A room can have one or multiple displays assigned to it. At least one display is required, but depending on the application or game, multiple displays can be used simultaneously. For example:
Only one application can run in a room at a time, even if multiple displays belong to that room.
A location can contain multiple rooms. This is important because only rooms belonging to the same location can participate in shared gameplay scenarios, such as multiplayer experiences spanning multiple displays.
No.
If supported by the application or game, the system can also be controlled using:
or full-body motion tracking by
The maximum number of users depends on the application itself.
There are single-user applications, while others are designed for thousands of simultaneous users.
It also depends on internet latency, especially when using mobile-device-based controllers.
In general:
Yes.
The system keeps the information and game state displayed on the screens synchronized in real time.
No.
GameWall is suitable for virtually any scenario where user interaction and information display are required. This includes applications such as:
Yes.
Audio playback is supported both for advertisements and for applications/games.
If the last remaining player leaves, the game ends immediately. If there are still other players in the game, gameplay continues uninterrupted.
In the latter case, the player can rejoin the game, provided that the mobile browser was not launched in incognito/private mode.
For the GameWall Console, a wired internet connection provides the best gaming experience. However, the system also works flawlessly with 4G/5G mobile internet.
For mobile controllers, reaction-based games definitely benefit from 5G mobile internet connections. In general, the less network latency impacts gameplay, the less critical network quality becomes for the application.
In addition to the online version, GameWall also has an offline version.
In this case, all components that would otherwise require internet access run on dedicated local hardware.
A router providing WiFi access for users’ mobile devices is also required.
The dedicated local server running the GameWall system and all GameWall Consoles connect to this router.
Here as well, two different cases must be distinguished:
In the first case, the system indicates that there is no internet connection, and gameplay cannot continue until the connection is restored.
In the second case, the system handles the situation as if the player had left the room. However, a 10-second grace period is provided during which the controller application automatically attempts to reconnect.
When using a GameWall Console, an HDMI connection is required.
GameWall applications can operate in:
By default, applications are optimized for a 16:9 aspect ratio, but custom developments for other aspect ratios are also possible.
When using a GameWall Console, the maximum supported resolution is 3840×2160 pixels (4K).
Since GameWall can make virtually any display interactive, it is compatible with a wide variety of display types, including:
And there is really no need to limit creativity - almost anything can be used as a display.
A 16:9 aspect ratio is preferred, but not mandatory.
Typically, yes.
However, if the displays are physically close to each other and the GameWall application is designed to use multiple displays (for example, gameplay on one screen and a live leaderboard or game instructions on another), then a single GameWall Console may be able to power two displays.
It is also worth mentioning that GameWall Consoles and GameWall Desktop applications running on custom hardware can be used together in a mixed setup.
For example, if ensuring the best possible user experience for the main GameWall game/application is important, the game itself can run on a GameWall Console, while a secondary display showing the leaderboard can be powered by weaker hardware running the GameWall Desktop application.