Google Cloud Partners With Solana Labs to Unlock Web3 Games Potential
2024-09-25

Google Cloud and Solana Labs have partnered to drive the future of Web3 gaming with the launch of GameShift service.
The new suite of tools, now available on the Google Cloud Marketplace, allows developers to seamlessly integrate Web3 features into their existing Cloud-based game backend services. 
Google Partners With Solana Labs for Web3 Gaming
The announcement of GameShift was made at Solana Breakpoint, where it was revealed that the platform is designed primarily for developers of traditional games who want to incorporate Web3 features, like non-fungible tokens (NFTs) and digital assets, into their games. It simplifies the process of integrating blockchain services across platforms by handling much of the technical work, ensuring a secure and efficient transition to Web3 components.
This partnership highlights Google Cloud’s expanding support for Web3, building on projects like the Blockchain Node Engine, Web3 BigQuery datasets, and the Web3 for Startups program. By teaming up with Solana, Google Cloud connects to a leading blockchain network known for its speed, reliability, and success in NFTs, decentralized exchanges, and stablecoins.
For Solana, the collaboration presents an opportunity to onboard millions of users through a unified platform powered by Google Cloud.
“Our goal in building GameShift is to provide a development and player experience as similar to existing services as possible while leveraging the unique capabilities of Web3,” an excerpt in the announcement read, citing GameShift general manager Davis Hart.
The Google Cloud integration adds to a series of recent developments for Solana. A day before, Solana Labs unveiled new products at the Token2049 conference, including the Solana Seeker, a second-generation mobile phone following the Saga device.
Additionally, Franklin Templeton announced the launch of a native mutual fund on Solana’s blockchain to boost efficiency. Meanwhile, Citibank is exploring Solana for smart contracts and money transfers.
In another significant move, Société Générale, France’s third-largest bank, announced support for Solana with its EURCV stablecoin. This demonstrates Solana’s growing access to the EU market. Coinbase is also set to introduce its Bitcoin Wrapper, cbBTC, on the Solana network.
These developments reflect the Solana network’s commitment to growth and its allure among traditional finance (TradFi) players. Nevertheless, SOL, the powering token for the Solana blockchain, fails to reflect the optimism. Solana’s price has risen by 2.45% in the last 24 hours, bringing it to $146.80 at the time of writing.