Getting Started#
Overview#
The Rave SDK provides a set of classes and methods to enable developers to quickly and efficiently add branded social features like player login and profile management, leaderboards, achievements, gifting, requesting and other personalized experiences to their games. In doing so Rave integrates with various identy providers such as Facebook, Google, and even custom publisher and other networks to help developers take advantage of the existing viral channels to find, engage and retain loyal players.
Developers can elect to use either the pre-defined user interface controls provided in the Rave SDK, or create their own using direct SDK API calls.
Next Steps#
To get started with Rave, follow these steps:
Download the SDK: Visit the SDK changelog page to download the latest version of the Rave SDK.
Set Up Your Environment: Follow the SDK “User Guide” for detailed setup instructions.
Run the Demo: Explore the features and functionality provided by the demo to get a practical understanding of the SDK.
Explore the API Documentation:
Review the API documentation to understand the available classes and methods.
Experiment with key features like player authentication, profile management, leaderboards, and achievements.
Use provided code examples to speed up development.
Integrate Social Networks: Follow the integration guides to enable social login and sharing features with Facebook, Google, and other networks.
Customize Your User Interface: Choose between using the pre-defined UI controls provided by the SDK or creating custom interfaces.
By following these steps, you’ll leverage the full potential of the Rave SDK in your games.