We often get questions about whether the PlayTours scavenger hunt app can handle hundreds or even thousands of players. In this article, we will explore how PlayTours is prepared for large-scale events and share examples of how we have successfully managed such events, ensuring seamless experiences for organizers and participants alike.
When it comes to scalability, PlayTours event gamification’s app is designed to handle large events effortlessly. Our app is built on a robust infrastructure that ensures smooth operation, even when the number of participants reaches into the thousands. This reliability is a key reason why major brands and organizations trust PlayTours for their events.
Clients such as Columbia, ByteDance, and Make-a-Wish have successfully used PlayTours for their large events. Our track record with these high-profile clients speaks volumes about our app's capability and reliability.
One of our most heartwarming collaborations was with Make-A-Wish Ohio, Kentucky & Indiana for their "Walk For Wishes" event. Held at the picturesque Columbus Zoo & Aquarium, this event aimed to raise funds and fulfill the dreams of children facing critical illnesses.
Hundreds of participants were invited to join an engaging scavenger hunt that seamlessly blended fun, adventure, and philanthropy. Throughout the event, attendees captured precious moments, answered trivia questions, and completed booth activities, all while exploring the zoo's magnificent surroundings. The success of this event demonstrated PlayTours event gamification app's ability to manage a large number of participants without any hiccups.
A major eSports organization used PlayTours to engage thousands of die-hard fans worldwide. They created a branded interface using PlayTours' customizable features and leveraged PlayTours’ Game Completion Certificates to reward fans with well-deserved prizes. Fans participated in booth games and explored the event space via the app, enhancing their event experience.
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The Malaysia Ministry of Health (MOH) used PlayTours to energize visitors during their Bulan Malaysia Sihat Sejahtera event. MOH aimed to ensure that every visitor explored the entire event space to get the full experience. Visitors received a goodie bag for visiting every location.
Traditionally, event organizers use a paper-and-stamp method, where visitors get a piece of paper stamped as they walk around the event space. However, this method can be frustrating for both volunteers and visitors, especially if visitors do not complete the game and throw the paper away and it’s hard to track hundreds of visitors.
With PlayTours scavenger hunt app, QR codes were placed throughout the event space. Visitors accessed the browser-based application and started playing without needing app installs. The PlayTours game software handled the hundreds of players perfectly throughout the day. Distributing goodie bags became a breeze, with no paper and stamps involved.
A crucial aspect of PlayTours' reliability is our technical infrastructure. Event organizers and participants can always rely on PlayTours to run smoothly, without any interruptions.
In the image below, you can see that our Player web app, Player APIs, Admin web app, and Admin APIs are all operational with 100% uptime. This constant availability ensures that events proceed without any technical glitches, providing a seamless experience for everyone involved. Check here- https://playtours.instatus.com/
Our backend systems are built using Google’s Firebase, a platform renowned for its reliability and scalability. Firebase allows us to scale from hundreds to hundreds of thousands of users in an instant, ensuring that our app can handle any number of participants without compromising on performance.
Firebase’s infrastructure is designed to handle massive user loads efficiently. This means that whether your event has a few hundred participants or tens of thousands, PlayTours can manage it effortlessly, providing a smooth and engaging experience for all users.
Firebase's system is capable of managing up to 200,000 simultaneous connections. To put this in perspective, a simultaneous connection refers to one device, browser tab, or server app actively interacting with the database at the same time. This is different from the total number of users, as not all users will be connected simultaneously. For instance, an app with 10 million monthly active users typically has fewer than 200,000 active connections at any given moment. This real-time scalability ensures that PlayTours can efficiently handle large-scale events, providing a smooth and engaging experience for all participants.
Image: Google’s Firebase Scaling Real-Time Queries
When planning large events, the reliability and scalability of your chosen platform are paramount. PlayTours not only meets but exceeds these requirements, offering a robust, dependable solution for any size of event. Our proven track record with major brands and successful large-scale events demonstrates our capability and commitment to excellence.
So, if you're worried about scalability for your next big event, look no further than PlayTours. With our reliable backend systems and 100% uptime record, you can rest assured that your event will be a resounding success.
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