Project Start:
June 12, 2024
Paragon
Gaming shouldn’t feel like a chore. Jumping between platforms, managing scattered libraries, and struggling to connect with friends takes the fun out of it. I wanted a solution - one platform to unify everything - so I designed Paragon as my graduation project in Shenkar.
Timeframe
6 Months
Client
Graduation Project, Shenkar
Category
Unified Gaming Platform
Role
Product Design, Solo End To End Project
Introduction
Paragon brings all your games, progress, and friends into one place. It’s designed for seamless cross-platform play, intuitive social features, and smart game management,
because gaming should be about playing, not managing.
Target Audience
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Problem Discovery
Despite countless gaming platforms, players still face:
🚧 Scattered libraries across multiple launchers.
🚧 Limited cross-platform play keeping friends apart.
🚧 Overcomplicated interfaces making navigation frustrating.
Research Insights
The UX research for Paragon collected insights from about 500 gamers in gaming communities at Reddit, Facebook, and other platforms. This feedback helped shape Paragon's user-friendly interface, focusing on seamless integration, social connectivity, and simplicity.
Key Findings:
76% struggle with fragmented platforms (Steam, Xbox, etc.).
68% want seamless cross-platform play.
54% seek better social features (chat, invites, real-time tracking).
Gaming Devices Used By Gamers
Importance of Social Features In Gaming
User research and competitor analysis revealed:
✔ Gamers want a single, connected experience rather than juggling platforms.
✔ Social features should be built-in, not tacked on.
✔ Game discovery needs to be effortless and personalized.
Cross - Platform Gaming
Play across multiple devices and want everything in sync.
Integrated Social Features
Value multiplayer and social experiences with easy communication.
Extensive Games Library
Want a clean, efficient way to manage and discover new games.
Market & Competition
Existing platforms lack cross-platform integration and strong social connectivity. Paragon fills this gap by creating one, unified, an easy-to-use experience.
Wireframes
Usability testing led to key refinements:
⚡ Streamlined navigation for instant access to games and settings.
💡 Enhanced multiplayer tools for smoother invites and game sessions.
🎯 Refined recommendation system to make discovering new games easier.
Dashboard
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Final MVP
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Onboarding
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Project Takeaways
Paragon eliminates the fragmentation of gaming platforms, offering a seamless, connected experience for players. Future expansions will focus on deeper multiplayer integration, developer tools, and more ways to bring players together.
