Play is not downtime. Play builds real skills. Every laugh, rule negotiated, and “try again” moment shapes who kids become. Yet play is often dismissed as optional — a break from “real” learning. But research shows that play builds real skills. Play is where emotional intelligence takes root. And for […]
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Emotional intelligence, not grades, predicts success. Every September, families focus on classrooms, routines, and test scores. However, research shows academic achievement alone is not enough. Emotional intelligence is the real superpower kids need — and games are the lab where they practice it. In this article, we explore why emotional […]
After nearly ten years of building games, we’re evolving Muffin Fight into something new: a VR game focused on learning through play. Muffin Fight 2.0 helps kids build real-world social-emotional skills while having fun. It turns screen time into connection time. This direction grew out of our work in the […]
As we design MRDRBRS, our goal is to create a game that connects with a wide range of players. We are doing this through thoughtful and intentional design. The future of VR gaming is about breaking barriers—between devices, platforms, and players. For us, cross-platform play isn’t just a technical feature. […]
In the evolving landscape of gaming, audience engagement in gaming has become just as crucial as gameplay itself. This shift is transforming how games are experienced by audiences worldwide. Fans watch, cheer, and interact from the “sidelines”, and they are shaping modern game design. With the rise of streaming platforms […]
Social multiplayer for VR gaming isn’t just a feature; it’s how today’s gamers connect. From Muffin Fight to MRDRBRS, we’ve seen firsthand how multiplayer design brings players together and even pulls spectators into the fun. Here’s what we’ve learned about creating engaging social experiences in VR, with insights on spectator […]
A game’s name isn’t just a label— it’s the first message players get. For us at Red Iron Labs, finding the right name for MRDRBRS turned into a journey of community engagement, brand clarity, and testing assumptions. Naming a game is no easy task, but it’s one of the most […]
In this third installment of our series, we explore how Red Iron Labs integrates human-centered VR design into MiniVerse, demonstrating how collaboration and community engagement shape the future of VR. At Red Iron Labs, we focus on how the relationship between technology and the human experience is constantly evolving. After […]