Making Card Game Opponent Search Easier: "Shuffle Match" v1.0 Update Adds "Quick Match" Exclusively in Akihabara
HURM TECH LLC has released the v1.0 update for its card game opponent matching app, "Shuffle Match." The update introduces a new "Quick Match" feature, initially available in Akihabara, to help users easily find nearby opponents. Additionally, a 3-month plan for Shuffle Plus has been added, the annual plan price revised, usage limits for "Challenge Letters" adjusted, and UI/security updates implemented to foster connections among card gamers.
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HURM TECH LLC (Headquarters: Futaba Building 8B, 1-16-6 Dogenzaka, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo; Representative Employee: Kaito Suzuki) has released the v1.0 update for its card game opponent matching app, "Shuffle Match."
This update adds a new "Quick Match" feature, making it easier to find opponents nearby, and will be offered exclusively in the Akihabara area first.
Concurrently, a 3-month plan for Shuffle Plus has been added, the annual plan price has been reviewed, usage restrictions for "Challenge Letters" sent from lists have been revised, and various UI adjustments and security updates have been implemented.
We will continue to create an environment where card gamers can connect more easily, starting with finding card game opponents during the Golden Week period.
■ Background of the v1.0 Update
Card games are more enjoyable when you have opponents. However, there are challenges such as not being able to find opponents at shops, difficulty finding people whose schedules match, and hesitation in approaching strangers.
"Shuffle Match" is a matching app that supports card gamers in finding opponents. It provides an environment where card gamers can easily connect based on profiles and play styles.
This v1.0 update incorporates feedback from previous operations and users, adding features to make finding opponents easier and improving mechanisms for continuous use.
■ New "Quick Match" Feature to be Offered Exclusively in Akihabara Area
Quick Match during entry
The newly added "Quick Match" is a feature that allows users who want to find opponents nearby right now to connect more easily.
Initially, it will be offered exclusively in the Akihabara area, where many card shops are concentrated and many card gamers visit.
It is intended for use before and after visiting shops, during event breaks, after work on weekdays, or when looking for opponents on holidays.
Quick Match prioritizes the quality of the matching experience and will be gradually rolled out from areas where users gather. Going forward, we will consider expanding to other areas based on usage and user feedback.
Anticipated Use Cases for Quick Match
Quick Match is anticipated to be used in the following situations:
When you want to find an opponent to play with right now around card shops in Akihabara.
When you want to find card gamers whose schedules match during Golden Week or holidays.
When you want to find opponents for free play before or after tournaments and events.
When you want to find new opponents for card games you usually play.
In addition to traditional swipe, list search, and bulletin board functions, we aim to create more opportunities for card gamers to play by offering a more intuitive option to find opponents immediately.
■ Shuffle Plus Adds 3-Month Plan, Annual Plan Price Reviewed
The paid plan "Shuffle Plus" has newly added a 3-month plan (2,300 yen including tax). This provides an option that is easier to continue than the monthly plan and easier to start than the annual plan.
Additionally, the annual plan price has been reviewed from 8,400 yen (including tax) to 7,800 yen (including tax), changing to a pricing structure that makes it easier for long-term users to continue. The monthly plan remains unchanged at 880 yen (including tax).
*Please check the in-app display for actual prices, terms of service, and available features.
■ Usage Restrictions for "Challenge Letters" Sent from Lists Revised
Find suitable opponents from list search
Shuffle Match offers a "Challenge Letter" feature to express the desire to play against someone you are interested in.
In this update, individual restrictions previously set for "Challenge Letters" sent from lists have been revised to match the usage restrictions of the swipe function.
This allows for a more flexible approach to opponents from list search.
It is now easier to find opponents using the method that suits you best, whether through swiping or list search.
■ UI Adjustments and Security Updates Also Implemented
In addition, various UI adjustments, including for chat screens, and internal security updates have been implemented.
We will continue to make ongoing improvements to ensure users can use the app more intuitively and securely.
■ Future Outlook
"Shuffle Match" aims to create an environment where card gamers can easily find opponents and will continue to improve its features.
Regarding Quick Match, we will first confirm usage and user feedback through its exclusive launch in the Akihabara area. Based on this, we will consider expanding to other areas and improving the matching experience to be even more user-friendly.
■ Representative Comment
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This update adds a new "Quick Match" feature, making it easier to find opponents nearby, and will be offered exclusively in the Akihabara area first.
Concurrently, a 3-month plan for Shuffle Plus has been added, the annual plan price has been reviewed, usage restrictions for "Challenge Letters" sent from lists have been revised, and various UI adjustments and security updates have been implemented.
We will continue to create an environment where card gamers can connect more easily, starting with finding card game opponents during the Golden Week period.
■ Background of the v1.0 Update
Card games are more enjoyable when you have opponents. However, there are challenges such as not being able to find opponents at shops, difficulty finding people whose schedules match, and hesitation in approaching strangers.
"Shuffle Match" is a matching app that supports card gamers in finding opponents. It provides an environment where card gamers can easily connect based on profiles and play styles.
This v1.0 update incorporates feedback from previous operations and users, adding features to make finding opponents easier and improving mechanisms for continuous use.
■ New "Quick Match" Feature to be Offered Exclusively in Akihabara Area
Quick Match during entry
The newly added "Quick Match" is a feature that allows users who want to find opponents nearby right now to connect more easily.
Initially, it will be offered exclusively in the Akihabara area, where many card shops are concentrated and many card gamers visit.
It is intended for use before and after visiting shops, during event breaks, after work on weekdays, or when looking for opponents on holidays.
Quick Match prioritizes the quality of the matching experience and will be gradually rolled out from areas where users gather. Going forward, we will consider expanding to other areas based on usage and user feedback.
Anticipated Use Cases for Quick Match
Quick Match is anticipated to be used in the following situations:
When you want to find an opponent to play with right now around card shops in Akihabara.
When you want to find card gamers whose schedules match during Golden Week or holidays.
When you want to find opponents for free play before or after tournaments and events.
When you want to find new opponents for card games you usually play.
In addition to traditional swipe, list search, and bulletin board functions, we aim to create more opportunities for card gamers to play by offering a more intuitive option to find opponents immediately.
■ Shuffle Plus Adds 3-Month Plan, Annual Plan Price Reviewed
The paid plan "Shuffle Plus" has newly added a 3-month plan (2,300 yen including tax). This provides an option that is easier to continue than the monthly plan and easier to start than the annual plan.
Additionally, the annual plan price has been reviewed from 8,400 yen (including tax) to 7,800 yen (including tax), changing to a pricing structure that makes it easier for long-term users to continue. The monthly plan remains unchanged at 880 yen (including tax).
*Please check the in-app display for actual prices, terms of service, and available features.
■ Usage Restrictions for "Challenge Letters" Sent from Lists Revised
Find suitable opponents from list search
Shuffle Match offers a "Challenge Letter" feature to express the desire to play against someone you are interested in.
In this update, individual restrictions previously set for "Challenge Letters" sent from lists have been revised to match the usage restrictions of the swipe function.
This allows for a more flexible approach to opponents from list search.
It is now easier to find opponents using the method that suits you best, whether through swiping or list search.
■ UI Adjustments and Security Updates Also Implemented
In addition, various UI adjustments, including for chat screens, and internal security updates have been implemented.
We will continue to make ongoing improvements to ensure users can use the app more intuitively and securely.
■ Future Outlook
"Shuffle Match" aims to create an environment where card gamers can easily find opponents and will continue to improve its features.
Regarding Quick Match, we will first confirm usage and user feedback through its exclusive launch in the Akihabara area. Based on this, we will consider expanding to other areas and improving the matching experience to be even more user-friendly.
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