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What is game database?
A database is a central, online place where you can store data. Yes, you could just store your data on the disk of your game server, assuming you even have one. But, it’s usually a better idea to leave your game server to run the game logic and have a database to actually store the data.
What kind of database does WOW use?
Oracle RDBMS
1) As far as I know, World of Warcraft runs on Oracle RDBMS.
What is the use of MongoDB?
MongoDB is a document database built on a scale-out architecture that has become popular with developers of all kinds who are building scalable applications using agile methodologies. MongoDB was built for people who are building internet and business applications who need to evolve quickly and scale elegantly.
How does the database system work in a MMO?
I had a peek at how the database system works a game that people would call an MMO-Lite – which one I will not disclosure – yet I can tell it consistently has more than 1000 players, this is the abstract: They use a document based “No-SQL” database for private character information (inventory, equipment, similar).
How does a MMORPG store player related data?
Don’t store things like monster HP in the database at all, in most games only player related data is persistent. On the other hand if you’re not an SQL wizard you might find keeping all data in memory much simpler to get working reliably. SQL databases make consistency and reliability easier, but its not automatic.
Which is the best database service for games?
DynamoDB is a popular database service for games because it is designed for high-scale use cases where consistent performance is critical as an application grows. Plan data models and design a DynamoDB table to handle the access patterns by using secondary indexes and transactions. Design game access patterns and store player data.
What kind of database do you need for a turn based game?
You can use Amazon DynamoDB and Amazon SNS to handle these needs for a turn-based game. Amazon DynamoDB is used to store the state of an existing game so that it persists between turns. Amazon SNS is used to notify players at key points in the game. Store game state that persists between turns.