Dirtcube Interactive, a game and technology studio based in Navi Mumbai, has launched Specter, a backend platform aimed at simplifying game development processes. The platform consolidates various backend services such as player progression, game economy management, leaderboards, achievements, LiveOps, and real-money features into one system.
The company designed Specter to address the challenges faced by game developers and publishers in managing backend operations. It provides a scalable and cost-effective solution that integrates multiple tools into a single platform. Specter is intended for developers, game studios, publishers, esports organisations, and gamification apps.
Dirtcube’s background in gaming
Dirtcube Interactive has experience in game development, hyper-casual games, art services, and tech-based products. The company’s previous offerings include Capshot, a social media app for memes and videos, and GameStarz, a mobile-based virtual world blending gaming and social interactions. The development of Specter stems from the company’s understanding of the need for backend tools in gaming.
Features of Specter
Specter simplifies backend operations with features such as automated achievements, rewards systems, currency management, real-time competitions, and LiveOps tools. The platform also includes early AI capabilities, with plans to use AI to improve LiveOps, respond to player behaviour, and generate in-game content.
The platform supports cross-platform gaming, enabling players to engage seamlessly across devices. Developers can customise the platform to suit the requirements of different projects, saving time and resources.
“Specter is designed to address the challenges game developers face, from scalability to real-time operations and seamless cross-platform integration. We’ve focused on delivering a backend solution that simplifies the development process while enhancing the player experience. Our goal is to create a platform that evolves with the rapidly changing gaming industry, featuring cutting-edge tools that keep developers ahead of the curve. With Specter, we aim to help developers all over the world lay the foundation for the next generation of immersive gaming experiences,” said Mikhail Bhuta, Co-Founder & Tech Lead, Dirtcube Interactive LLP.
Industry applications
Specter is designed for multiple segments:
Game development: Supports indie developers and publishers with cost-efficient infrastructure and backend features.
Gamification apps: Boosts engagement for fitness apps, loyalty programs, and social platforms through leaderboards and rewards systems.
Esports: Simplifies tournament management with leaderboards, secure prize distribution, and match data handling.
Marketing campaigns: Enables brands to create gamified campaigns, live events, and community challenges.
Vision and leadership
Specter is led by co-founders Pravan Parikh and Mikhail Bhuta. Parikh brings expertise in financial services and market strategy, shaping the product’s vision. Bhuta focuses on technology and infrastructure, ensuring the platform’s scalability and reliability.
Future plans
Dirtcube Interactive plans to expand Specter’s reach through collaborations with indie developers and midsize studios. The company is also working on integrating AI into LiveOps to enhance player engagement and revenue models. It aims to establish partnerships with gaming engines and service providers to further strengthen the platform’s ecosystem.
Specter marks Dirtcube’s step towards addressing the backend challenges in game development, offering a streamlined solution for a growing industry.