Decentraland Desktop Client Celebrates One Year Anniversary with Growing Creator Community
Decentraland Desktop Client Celebrates One Year Anniversary with Growing Creator Community
🎂 Decentraland's Big Year
Decentraland marks first anniversary of its Desktop Client launch, which delivered faster performance and improved connectivity.
Key achievements over the past year:
- Creators developing more ambitious virtual experiences
- Strengthened technical infrastructure
- Thriving community programs
The virtual world platform reports growing momentum driven by its creator community. The Desktop Client was part of Decentraland's broader strategy to future-proof the platform for VR and mobile experiences.
This milestone follows Decentraland's 2023 "Year of the Creator" initiative, which introduced 68 new features including SDK 7 and Smart Wearables to enhance creative possibilities.
The platform continues focusing on eliminating entry barriers and boosting user engagement while maintaining its community-owned approach to virtual world building.
One year ago today, Decentraland launched its new Desktop Client, unlocking a faster, smoother, and more connected world. A year later: - Creators are building their most ambitious experiences yet - The technical foundation is stronger than ever - Community programs are thriving
It’s time to connect, explore, and create 🚀 Download the new Decentraland now: decentraland.org/?utm_org=dcl&u…
📞 New phone, who dis?
**Decentraland launches voice features** to enhance virtual world connections. Two new communication tools are now live: - **Community Voice Streaming** - Join group conversations to hang out or plan events - **Private Voice Chat** - Call friends directly for one-on-one conversations These features make it easier to connect with friends and engage with communities around shared interests within the virtual world. *Ready to start talking? Jump into Decentraland and try the new voice features.*
🚀 Community Leaders Chosen
**Community Jumpstart Program** selects 11 leaders to drive platform growth in 2025. The program focuses on four key areas: - Rewarding user engagement - Supporting content creators - Boosting platform economy - Growing the community **Selected leaders include:** - @MetaDogeismeme - @hellvetya - @CanessaDCL - @soulmagicnft - @stoney_eye - @lastraum - @MAKEANFT - @BillyTeacoin - @msjoedor - @Fractilians7 - @SinfulMeatStick These community members will receive support as they build and expand the platform throughout the year.
🎃 Spooky Templates Drop
Decentraland launches two Halloween-themed Creator Hub templates for spooky season: - **The Spooky House** by @zBrightlight: Features sharp angles and eerie atmospheric vibes - **The Cozy House** by @impssbl_studio: Offers a warm, safe environment (though the question mark suggests otherwise) Both templates are **available now** on the Creator Hub, giving creators ready-made environments to build their Halloween experiences. The release gives Decentraland users easy access to seasonal content creation tools just in time for October festivities.
🎵 Virtual Vibes Incoming
**Decentraland Music Festival returns December 36** with SUB/STREAM, a 4-day virtual celebration focusing on stream-native music. The event will feature: - VTubers and Twitch streamers - Digital-first artists - Virtual bands - Custom lightstick designed by @KJWalker3D This marks the return of Decentraland's signature music event, bringing together creators who built their careers in the streaming ecosystem. The festival emphasizes music "born on stream" - content created specifically for digital platforms. **Free entry** to all performances in the virtual world.