what's Lattice?
Lattice is a blockchain development platform specializing in on-chain games and applications. It provides the MUD (Modular Universal Development) framework, which enables developers to build fully on-chain experiences with efficient state management directly on Ethereum and compatible layer-2 networks. This allows for persistent, tamper-proof worlds where game logic, assets, and player data are stored immutably on the blockchain, fostering decentralized ownership and interoperability. By abstracting complex smart contract interactions, Lattice empowers creators to focus on gameplay and mechanics without deep blockchain expertise. It supports real-time synchronization across players and integrates with ecosystems like Optimism, making it suitable for autonomous worlds, NFTs, and collaborative multiplayer environments. The platform has roots in projects like Dark Forest, emphasizing strategic, information-asymmetric gameplay on-chain.
MUD migration tool enables cross-chain world moves; Redstone shuts down May 15, funds unrecoverable.
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x.com/latticexyzRedstone shuts down on May 15, 2026 at 23:59 UTC, with an L1 withdrawal contract to be deployed for EOA balances after shutdown, but funds in contracts will not be recoverable.
Released migration tool that enables MUD projects to move entire worlds between chains.
Winds down after five years. Team continues work on autonomous worlds through 0xPARC, including EVE Frontier game and Dark Forest.