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NightArcade Labs
Playcrafted systems for fast, meaningful competition

Arcade systems, engineered for sociable speed

NightArcade Labs crafts play-first experiences where strategy, spectacle and social speed collide. Explore compact campaigns, asymmetrical modes and modular HUDs designed for fast discovery and lasting retention. Join a beta wave that reshapes how you win, stream, and share.

  • Asymmetric modes
  • HUD modularity
  • Creator overlays
NightArcade hero interface with neon HUD and avatars

Fast discovery loops

Short matches with layered objectives that reward reading context and social swaps.

Modular HUDs

Pick widgets, pin overlays, and toggle telemetry for creator mixes without friction.

Asymmetric teams

Roles that complement rather than mirror, producing emergent strategies on each run.

How a session unfolds

  1. 1. Quick match queue with role drafting and optional modifiers.
  2. 2. Kinetic starts: HUD prompts, ephemeral objectives, and a 90–420 second window of play.
  3. 3. Match closure: concise result screen with replay highlights and share links.

Microinteractions

Haptic-friendly taps, masked transitions, and HUD badges give instant feedback while preserving battery and bandwidth.

Prototype with us — limited creator slots

Apply to our creator program to test overlays and unlock telemetry toggles for your stream.

Gameplay highlight: asymmetrical team clash with neon effects

Visual language

Screenshots show masked frames, diagonal seams, and glyph-first HUDs crafted to communicate without clutter. Every thumbnail preserves readability at stream scale.

Creator overlay example with modular widgets and badges

"Short play loops let us learn new roles without feeling punished for mistakes. The HUD clarifies choice architecture instantly." — playtester

"Creator overlays are lightweight and shipped with sensible defaults. We layered content in minutes." — streamer

FAQ

How long are matches?
Most matches range 90–420 seconds depending on modifiers; events vary.
Is there an SDK?
Yes. Lightweight hooks for overlays and non-identifying telemetry are available to approved creators.

Contact the lab

Questions, proposals, or partnership notes go here. We keep communication short and actionable.