On The Block Gaming

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am an executive at Party-Kadoshop

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

We make gifts for parents of newborn babies and parents

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire On The Block Gaming to accomplish?

• Create a simple game to advertise our brand

SOLUTION

How did you find On The Block Gaming?

Referral

Why did you select On The Block Gaming over others?

Referred to me

Describe the scope of work in detail. Please include a summary of key deliverables.

The team developed a straightforward vertical-scrolling game for new parents. They integrated engaging graphics and subtly incorporated our brand. The game runs smoothly on mobile devices and connects well with the experiences of parenthood. In a short timeframe, they combined fun gameplay with brand visibility. Great job.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?

After launching the game, we saw more people checking out our brand. Customers played the game a lot and seemed to love it. Many even popped over to see our other stuff or sign up for news. The feedback's been great, showing that our little project was a hit.

Describe their project management. Did they deliver items on time? How did they respond to your needs?

Their project management was on point. Everything was delivered on time, no hiccups. Whenever we had a request or a change, they were quick to respond and adapt. They really listened to what we needed and made sure we were happy every step of the way.

What was your primary form of communication with On The Block Gaming?

• Virtual Meeting
• Email or Messaging App

What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?

What stood out about this company was their genuine passion for the project. It wasn't just another job for them. They really got our vision and it felt like they were as invested in it as we were. Plus, their creativity and understanding of our audience were impressive. It's rare to find a team that connects so well on both a professional and personal level.

Are there any areas for improvement or something On The Block Gaming could have done differently?

They were truly great. Highly recommend.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the Director of Metaversity Pty Ltd

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

Web3 Development & Consultancy Services

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire On The Block Gaming to accomplish?

• Create a PvP Arena Game

SOLUTION

How did you find On The Block Gaming?

• Referral
• Other

Why did you select On The Block Gaming over others?

• High ratings
• Pricing fits our budget
• Referred to me

How many teammates from On The Block Gaming were assigned to this project?

6-10 Employees

Describe the scope of work in detail. Please include a summary of key deliverables.

The primary objective of this project was to design and develop a Player vs. Player (PVP) arena game that provides an interactive, real-time combat experience for players in a dynamic virtual environment. The game was envisioned to be intuitive, engaging, and competitive, catering to both casual and hardcore gamers.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?

Development Milestones: 

• Completed 2 weeks early. 
• Integrated 100% planned features. 
• Reduced load times by 30%. 

Technical Performance: 

• Resolved bugs pre-launch. 

Art and Design: 

• Developed unique assets. 
• Incorporated character animations. 
• Added distinct soundtracks/effects. 

Playtesting and QA: 

• Conducted playtesting sessions. 
• Acted upon all QA reports. 
• Servers managed simultaneous players. 

Collaboration and Workflow: 

• Completed development sprints. 
• Maintained commits on Git. 

Post-launch Support: 

• Released patch updates. 
• Added new features and updates post-launch.

Describe their project management. Did they deliver items on time? How did they respond to your needs?

The team's project management was exemplary. They utilized agile methodologies, which allowed for regular check-ins, adaptability to changes, and iterative progress on the game. 

• Timely Delivery: Yes, they consistently delivered items on time. The development sprints were well-structured, with clear start and end dates. Whenever there was a potential delay, they communicated proactively, ensuring there were no surprises. Out of the planned features and milestones, over 95% were delivered within the stipulated timelines. 
• Response to Needs: Their responsiveness to our needs was commendable. They fostered open communication, allowing us to voice any concerns or requirements. Any feedback we provided was taken into account, discussed during their sprint planning sessions, and relevant changes were incorporated in subsequent sprints. 

Additionally, they held regular review meetings with us to demonstrate progress, gather feedback, and align on future tasks. Their project management approach was both systematic and flexible, ensuring timely delivery while also accommodating our evolving needs. Their proactive communication and commitment to understanding our vision were especially noteworthy.

What was your primary form of communication with On The Block Gaming?

Virtual Meeting

What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?

What truly set this company apart was their deep commitment to understanding the end user. While their technical ability was undeniable, it was their user-centric approach that impressed us the most. They regularly incorporated real player feedback into the development process, ensuring the game was not only high-quality but also tailored to genuine player preferences.

Are there any areas for improvement or something On The Block Gaming could have done differently?

None! We were more than impressed with their professionalism.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the Co-Founder of an advertising & marketing company

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

Enable sales and marketing teams to earn meetings with hard to reach executives.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire On The Block Gaming to accomplish?

• Build an engaging, but short game for attracting attention.

SOLUTION

How did you find On The Block Gaming?

Referral

Why did you select On The Block Gaming over others?

• Pricing fit our budget
• Great culture fit
• Good value for cost
• Referred to me
• Company values aligned

How many teammates from On The Block Gaming were assigned to this project?

6-10 Employees

Describe the scope of work in detail. Please include a summary of key deliverables.

The scope of work includes implementing a user authentication system, designing and implementing various screens like the start splash screen, introduction dialogue screen, victory and defeat dialogue screens, and enabling player interactions such as navigation, jumping, and attacking. Additionally, customization options for player attributes and dialogue screens through PlayFab, as well as URL redirection functionality, are part of the scope.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?

Art needed to look great on a budget. Gameplay needed to be smooth and fit a variety of players. Needed to fit a variety of customizations outside the scope of many vendors. These guys delivered and were very helpful throughout the process. They didn't just take orders; they wanted to understand what we were trying to accomplish and brought insight we didn't have, and they helped us exceed our goals. Very grateful.

Describe their project management. Did they deliver items on time? How did they respond to your needs?

Their project management is great. The team was very responsive to questions and updated us throughout the process. This included email, virtual meetings, and access to their project management platform. They were slightly behind but nothing to fret about. The outcome they delivered was excellent. Sometimes it just takes a tad more time.

What was your primary form of communication with On The Block Gaming?

• Virtual Meeting
• Email or Messaging App

What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?

Their ability to take you from your vision to your goal. Most firms are order takers and don't help with the vision. These guys make sure to understand what you're trying to accomplish, guide you, and help fill in knowledge gaps. If we had given all the direction, we would have had an inferior product relative to what we have now; and we also spent many fewer hours on this project thanks to them. This can be invaluable to most companies. They take the reins.

Are there any areas for improvement or something On The Block Gaming could have done differently?

The only area of improvement I suggested was an easier way to show the processes at a high level for quick absorption. The team is always trying to improve and ask how they could. They are very accommodating and created an easier way to see a snapshot of the progress to make our lives easier. Rare to find humility like that.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

 I am the CEO of a healthcare company 

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

Medical Education

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire On The Block Gaming to accomplish?

• Create Games
• Help brainstorm minigames
• Guide us in the game dev process

SOLUTION

How did you find On The Block Gaming?

Online Search

Why did you select On The Block Gaming over others?

• Pricing fit our budget
• Great culture fit
• Good value for cost
• Company values aligned

How many teammates from On The Block Gaming were assigned to this project?

2-5 Employees

Describe the scope of work in detail. Please include a summary of key deliverables.

"Diabegotchi" is an educational game with a unique focus on diabetes management which is designed to teach players about living with diabetes in a fun and interactive way . The core gameplay revolves around caring for an avatar who has diabetes. Players feed the avatar healthy meals, manage their medication, encourage exercise, and monitor mood. 

Players also engage in educational mini games covering various aspects of diabetes management, such as carbohydrate counting, blood sugar monitoring, and understanding different medications.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?

Game and mini-game delivered.

Describe their project management. Did they deliver items on time? How did they respond to your needs?

Projects are delivered on time, and when they won't, it is communicated. They communicate well through email.

What was your primary form of communication with On The Block Gaming?

• Virtual Meeting
• Email or Messaging App

What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?

Flexibility and understanding. The team's personality mingles well with ours.

Are there any areas for improvement or something On The Block Gaming could have done differently?

No

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

 I am the CTO of an education company 

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

Game-based learning applications

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire On The Block Gaming to accomplish?

• Back-end services

SOLUTION

How did you find On The Block Gaming?

Community

Why did you select On The Block Gaming over others?

Great culture fit

How many teammates from On The Block Gaming were assigned to this project?

1 Employee

Describe the scope of work in detail. Please include a summary of key deliverables.

Several improvements on existing features and adding new features

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?

Delivered all the services within the budget and within the timeframe

Describe their project management. Did they deliver items on time? How did they respond to your needs?

Great realistic communication. They had great insight into all the needed steps.

What was your primary form of communication with On The Block Gaming?

Virtual Meeting

What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?

Accuracy

Are there any areas for improvement or something On The Block Gaming could have done differently?

Nope

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the Co-Founder of an ecommerce company 

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

We create personalized video games for kids and kids at heart.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire On The Block Gaming to accomplish?

• To create exceptional personalized video games.

SOLUTION

How did you find On The Block Gaming?

• Referral

Why did you select On The Block Gaming over others?

• Pricing fit our budget
• Great culture fit
• Good value for cost
• Referred to me
• Company values aligned

How many teammates from On The Block Gaming were assigned to this project?

2-5 Employees

Describe the scope of work in detail. Please include a summary of key deliverables.

The tasks covered in this project encompass establishing a user authentication system. It also involves creating and implementing diverse screens, including but not limited to the initial splash screen, introduction dialogue screen, and victory and defeat dialogue screens. Further aspects within the scope involve facilitating player interactions such as navigation, jumping, and attacking.

Furthermore, customization options for player attributes and dialogue screens via PlayFab, along with the incorporation of URL redirection functionality, are integral components of the project's scope.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?

The visual elements required excellence within budget constraints. The gameplay had to ensure seamless performance and cater to a diverse player base and unique use case outside of most game development. It needed to accommodate a range of customizations that surpassed the capabilities of numerous vendors. The team not only met but exceeded expectations, demonstrating exceptional support throughout the entire process.

Their approach went beyond mere order-taking; they sought to comprehend our objectives, provided valuable insights, and played a crucial role in helping us surpass our set goals. We are genuinely appreciative of their contributions.

Describe their project management. Did they deliver items on time? How did they respond to your needs?

The project management demonstrated excellence, with the team displaying high responsiveness to inquiries and consistently keeping us informed throughout the project's duration. Communication channels included emails, virtual meetings, and access to their project management platform. Although there was a slight delay, it was well within manageable limits. The ultimate outcome they delivered was outstanding, underscoring the notion that achieving excellence sometimes requires a bit more time.

What was your primary form of communication with On The Block Gaming?

• Virtual Meeting
• Email or Messaging App

What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?

Their performance in transforming your vision into a tangible goal sets them apart. Unlike many firms that merely take orders, this team goes the extra mile to comprehend your objectives, provide guidance, and bridge knowledge gaps. Their proactive approach ensures that the end result aligns with your vision. Without their input, we would have likely ended up with an inferior product, and the project duration would have been significantly longer.

Their ability to take control and actively contribute to the project's direction proves invaluable to most companies.

Are there any areas for improvement or something On The Block Gaming could have done differently?

They have improved over time and excelled. Their continuous commitment to improvement is evident, as they consistently seek input on enhancing their processes. These specific projects are unique, and our arrangements are with them as well. Regardless, it's quite rare to encounter such humility and a proactive approach to addressing improvement suggestions.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the Project Manager of a gaming company

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

Our company develops custom software, for example in the educational or healthcare branch.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire On The Block Gaming to accomplish?

• Create an immersive educational game that could effectively teach academic subjects and promote critical thinking, creativity, and teamwork among students.
• Implement a system that adapts to individual learning styles and paces, ensuring each student faces challenges commensurate with their understanding and capabilities.
• Design the game to be inclusive, ensuring that students from various backgrounds and with diverse learning needs could benefit from it.

SOLUTION

How did you find On The Block Gaming?

Online Search

Why did you select On The Block Gaming over others?

Good value for cost

Describe the scope of work in detail. Please include a summary of key deliverables.

Working with 'On the Block Gaming' was all about building a cool educational game for mobile. We wanted a game where players could dive into areas like math puzzles or time-traveling history lessons, all while having fun. They made sure the game challenges adjust as you play, so you're always learning at just the right pace.

For teachers, there's this handy dashboard to see how students are doing and even toss in some class-specific challenges. Plus, players get to jazz up their in-game characters with customization options. So, in a nutshell, we got this awesome game, tools for teachers, and updates to keep things fresh. Teaming up with 'On the Block Gaming' was a win – they made learning feel less like homework and more like game night.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?

After launching, we checked in with the teachers to gauge its impact. The feedback was overwhelmingly positive. Many educators highlighted how the game boosted student engagement during lessons. They particularly appreciated the dashboard feature, noting how seamless it made tracking student progress. The real highlight? Hearing that students were looking forward to homework sessions, which is a rarity in itself. 

Additionally, class participation saw a notable increase, and we heard from multiple teachers about students, who were previously hesitant, now actively participating and leading discussions. Collaborating with 'On the Block Gaming' proved to be not just a successful venture, but also a transformative educational tool.

Describe their project management. Did they deliver items on time? How did they respond to your needs?

On the Block Gaming had this unique approach to managing the project. They divided the work into short phases, kind of like mini projects within the big project. I think they called them 'sprints'? It was interesting because, after each of these phases, they'd show us what they did, get our feedback, and then adjust things for the next phase based on what we said. This way, we saw progress more often and could share our thoughts regularly. It felt like a joint effort, you know?

In terms of delivering items, they were mostly on point. Every now and then, things would run slightly over the time we expected, but they always kept us in the loop. One little hiccup was their email response time. Sometimes, 'On the Block Gaming' took a bit longer than we would've liked to get back to us. But once they did, they were always thorough and made sure they addressed our needs.

So, while the communication could've been a tad faster, the overall experience was collaborative and tailored to what we wanted.

What was your primary form of communication with On The Block Gaming?

• Virtual Meeting
• Email or Messaging App

What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?

One of the standout qualities of 'On the Block Gaming' was their patience and commitment to clear communication. They understood that not all of us were well-versed in the intricacies of game development or the technical jargon that came with it. What was truly impressive was how they consistently took the extra time to break things down for us.

They didn't just tell us what they were doing; they explained why it mattered and how it fit into the bigger picture. It was like they were educators in their own right, ensuring we were always on the same page. Their ability to simplify complex concepts and translate them made the collaboration smoother and more enriching. With 'On the Block Gaming', we felt heard, valued, and, most importantly, understood.

Are there any areas for improvement or something On The Block Gaming could have done differently?

While our overall experience with 'On the Block Gaming' was positive, there were areas where they could have fine-tuned their approach. The most noticeable was their email response time. In a project of this magnitude, timely communication is key. There were instances where we'd send over queries or feedback and find ourselves waiting longer than anticipated for a reply.

While they were always thorough when they did respond, having quicker turnarounds on emails would have eased some of the anxieties that naturally come with project development. A more streamlined communication process, especially in the digital age, would definitely enhance collaborations like ours in the future.