Revolutionizing Game Launch: Robot Cache Unveils 200x Faster Game Startup

Gamers can now purchase and play games via Robot Cache with virtually no waiting time, thanks to the innovative ROCKITPLAY FastStart Technology. This cutting-edge solution allows players to start gaming with as little as 1% of the game downloaded, while the rest of the content is downloaded in the background. By eliminating lengthy download times, Robot Cache aims to redefine the gaming experience, much like streaming services have transformed the way we consume TV shows and music. The technology has been successfully applied to a range of games, including Elex 2, Darksiders 3, and Syberia: The World Before, which can now launch up to 200 times faster than on other platforms like Steam. A notable example is Darksiders 3, which takes approximately 30 minutes to download on a 100 Mbit/s connection but can be started in under one minute using Robot Cache and ROCKITPLAY. According to Robot Cache CEO Lee Jacobson, 'The technology delivers, and today, FastStart games on Robot Cache start up to 200X times faster than on Steam or any other game store, providing an unmatched user experience.' The ROCKITPLAY FastStart technology does not require game developer support and offers several benefits, including fast patching, reduced patch sizes, and automatic download cessation when gameplay stops, resulting in significant bandwidth, cost, and energy savings. By only delivering the necessary data in sequence, the technology ensures seamless gameplay without lag. 'German Engineering lives up to its reputation with ROCKITPLAY FastStart,' said Mark Caldwell, CTO at Robot Cache. 'We have worked closely with the DACSLABS team to tailor the solution to our gamers’ needs, almost completely eliminating wait time for game downloads. With FastStart, our players can finally stop thinking about scheduling downloads and just start playing.' The technology also presents opportunities for the wider gaming industry, such as instant access to free-to-play games and the development of subscription-based solutions. Robot Cache has partnered with Akamai’s low-latency content delivery network to deliver games, further enhancing the gaming experience. 'Akamai developed low-latency content delivery to lay a foundation for innovation,' explained Thomas Stark, sales manager EMEA Media at Akamai Technologies. 'Robot Cache with ROCKITPLAY FastStart is blazing the trail by slashing game start times, powering a new era of click-to-play gaming.'