Games on the Edge


Akamai gaming solutions are built on the Akamai Platform-25,000 servers across 71 countries, within 1,000 networks. Using intelligent routing, Akamai automatically routes gamers to the available server closest to them to ensure optimal performance. Designed to serve 100 billion+ hits per day, the platform gives gaming companies the performance scalability and reach to deliver software ranging from small patches to full games-files up to 10 GB-to a global user base. Gamers enjoy a smooth and seamless download experience regardless of file size or geographic location.	Virtually every game takes advantage of the greater online community in some way. Whether they're playing games online, reading reviews, watching promo trailers, trying out a demo version, or placing orders, gamers are active and comfortable online. Their comfort, along with increased worldwide broadband adoption, has opened new opportunities for developers, publishers, and aggregators. Offering digitally distributed games (DDGs) gives providers unlimited online 'shelf space' and reduces piracy and used-game resale.	It helps niche titles find their markets, and opens up the possibility for greater personalization and localization of game elements. In this online market, delivering a reliable, fast and flawless experience — anywhere in the world — is critical.