Redesign of game Launcher app by Iryna KalinkuRedesign of game Launcher app by Iryna Kalinku

Redesign of game Launcher app

Iryna Kalinku

Iryna Kalinku

Challange

The original launcher app for the Solar Blockchain ecosystem was outdated, hard to navigate, and didn't support the platform's growing needs.

Approach

Redesign the launcher to enhance usability, boost user engagement, and support the expanding ecosystem of blockchain-based games.

Identifying UX Gaps in the Existing App

The original launcher lacked visual hierarchy, consistency, and intuitive navigation. These pain points created friction in key user flows and revealed an opportunity to reimagine the experience from the ground up.
UX Gaps
UX Gaps

Analysed 8+ Competitors to Benchmark User Expectations

I conducted a feature comparison of top gaming launchers—Steam, Epic, GOG, etc.—to identify:
Standard UX patterns in navigation, home and library design
Gaps where Solar could differentiate (e.g., game patch transparency and ecosystem integration)
This helped build a strategy rooted in user habits while exploring fresh ideas unique to the blockchain ecosystem.
Competitors
Competitors

User stories

I defined key user stories for players and platform administrators, including:
User Stories
User Stories
Delivered high-fidelity, polished designs that balanced functionality and aesthetics, ready for development implementation.
Home Dynamic Homepage
Home Dynamic Homepage
UI: Home Dynamic Homepage
Dynamic homepage with personalized game suggestions, spotlight banners, and quick access to downloads.
Game page overview
Game page overview

UI: Game page overview

Each game has a dedicated page with videos, patch notes, reviews, and clear CTAs to install or play—integrated wallet connectivity for blockchain features.
Store
Store
Streamlined game discovery with categories, tags, and improved sorting. Emphasis on visuals and one-click install flow. Highlighted web3 features like wallet integration.
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Posted Oct 2, 2025

Redesign the launcher to enhance usability, boost user engagement, and support the expanding ecosystem of blockchain-based games.