![[ASL]Valheim Case Study: Piktiv Shares Learnings from Integrating Azure PlayFab Multiplayer Services @XBOXGameDev](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/l8hxprdWZdI/maxresdefault.jpg)
Uploaded March 2023 | Updated September 2026, 3 weeks ago
Azure is the world’s most trusted cloud, but can it deliver the unique multiplayer services that game developers need across platforms? In a word: YES. Learn about three unique Multiplayer Services in Azure PlayFab that deliver impeccable cross-platform multiplayer experiences on any game including PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, iOS, Android, Linux, macOS, PC, and Xbox.
In this case study, Microsoft presents an overview of PlayFab Party, Matchmaking, and Lobby with real-time notifications, followed by Piktiv who share tips, tricks and insights from their cross-play enablement work on Valheim that will help you get the most out of Azure PlayFab.
Azure is the world’s most trusted cloud, but can it deliver the unique multiplayer services that game developers need across platforms? In a word: YES. Learn about three unique Multiplayer Services in Azure PlayFab that deliver impeccable cross-platform multiplayer experiences on any game including PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, iOS, Android, Linux, macOS, PC, and Xbox.
In this case study, Microsoft presents an overview of PlayFab Party, Matchmaking, and Lobby with real-time notifications, followed by Piktiv who share tips, tricks and insights from their cross-play enablement work on Valheim that will help you get the most out of Azure PlayFab.
![[ASL]Valheim Case Study: Piktiv Shares Learnings from Integrating Azure PlayFab Multiplayer Services](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/l8hxprdWZdI/mqdefault.jpg "[ASL]Valheim Case Study: Piktiv Shares Learnings from Integrating Azure PlayFab Multiplayer Services
Azure is the world’s most trusted cloud, but can it deliver the unique multiplayer services that game developers need across platforms? In a word: YES. Learn about three unique Multiplayer Services in Azure PlayFab that deliver impeccable cross-platform multiplayer experiences on any game including PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, iOS, Android, Linux, macOS, PC, and Xbox.
In this case study, Microsoft presents an overview of PlayFab Party, Matchmaking, and Lobby with real-time notifications, followed by Piktiv who share tips, tricks and insights from their cross-play enablement work on Valheim that will help you get the most out of Azure PlayFab.")
![[ASL] Customizing touch controls for Xbox Cloud Gaming](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/m0uDSfG0daM/mqdefault.jpg "[ASL] Customizing touch controls for Xbox Cloud Gaming
Yakuza: Like a Dragon is a legendary console and PC game experience that Ga Gotoku Studio wanted to bring the experience to more players, in more parts of the world. To bring the full HD version of the game to smartphones and tablets, the dev team utilized Xbox Cloud Gaming APIs and the Touch Adaptation Kit to implement scenario-based touch control layouts. These layouts dynamically change on screen based on what the player is doing in-game. The results were groundbreaking, with all new audiences now able to enjoy the award-winning title.
Take a deep dive into how Ryu Ga Gotoku Studio leveraged Xbox Cloud Gaming to maximize reach for Yakuza: Like a Dragon")
![[ASL]Introducing the Developer Acceleration Program](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/moNskrMP5U8/mqdefault.jpg "[ASL]Introducing the Developer Acceleration Program
Hear from Xboxs James Lewis as he explains how the new Xbox Developer Acceleration Program empowers underrepresented creators around the world to bring their creativity, innovation, and originality to Xbox platforms. Learn how the program can unlock valuable resources, and personalized support to help creators succeed.
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![[ASL] Making Games More Accessible Can Be Easy with Microsoft Game Accessibility Resources](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/o6MyoZ1Cb_o/mqdefault.jpg "[ASL] Making Games More Accessible Can Be Easy with Microsoft Game Accessibility Resources
Make your games accessible to millions of gamers with disabilities by leveraging best practices, guidelines, learning paths, and other resources from Xbox. Learn about the Microsoft Game Accessibility Testing Service, Game Accessibility Feature Tags, and more.")
