Games & Music

MiniPlayer

A Virtual Music Universe by Big Beat Games

Big Beat Games is a game and music company blending entertainment with interactive music experiences. As the lead designer, I conceived and designed the UI concepts for the MiniPlayer app, aiming to bring music lovers a new way to engage with their favorite tracks and artists.

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A new social platform combining music, collection and fans in one place

  1. Immersive Streaming Interface: Creating an engaging interface that makes both music streaming and fandom activities equally compelling. Designed an intuitive interface that lets users easily stream, collect, and personalize their music experience.

  2. Gamified Elements: Blending traditional music listening with gaming mechanics like leveling up and earning exclusive items. Integrated item collection, fan challenges, and customization features to boost user engagement and retention.

MiniPlayer: Streaming Feature
Example feed contents and display types
MiniPlayer: Card concepts
A selection of UI social cards
MiniPlayer: Fan room
Concept art - AI image generation with ChatGPT
MiniPlayer: Card concepts
Card concepts - textures, colors, foils, composite

Results

  • Enhanced Engagement: The app creates a deeper connection with music by combining streaming, collecting, and sharing.
  • Increased Fandom Activity: Fans actively engage in the challenges and share their personalized SoundScapes with others.
  • Positive Early Feedback: Beta testers have expressed excitement about the interactive features and the sense of community.

For more information about MiniPlayer, visit the official page.