Is it worthwhile to reduce avatar tris and colliders to improve loading speed?

by 0x1b35f4d22b2c8bc706bcfcc383a1ca77fb4fc600 (punkpink)

Linked Pre-Proposal

Is it worthwhile to reduce avatar tris and colliders to improve loading speed?

Summary

This proposal suggests reducing avatar triangles and limiting colliders in buildings to improve Decentraland's loading speed.

Abstract

In anticipation of a possible bull market causing an influx of users, this proposal aims to optimize the performance of Decentraland. By reducing avatar triangles and advocating for fewer colliders in buildings, we aim to improve loading speeds during busy events, thus offering a more fluid and accessible experience for users, in turn making it easier for users to move around without tripping. constantly with elements in the way.

Motivation

The current challenge faced by Decentraland is the slow loading speed during high-traffic events, which could hamper the platform's capability to handle mass adoption. This proposal addresses the problem by reducing the graphical complexity of avatars and simplifying building designs, potentially leading to significant improvements in platform performance.

Specification

This proposal includes the following changes to both the documentation and the hands of the base avatars.

• Creation of simpler hands with a maximum of 150 each hand (between the two hands 300 tris).
• It is not necessary that they have defined fingers.
• Implementation of these hands in the base avatars.
• Update documentation with corresponding images.
• Indicate in the documentation that colliders cannot be used in buildings except on opaque walls, so other elements such as trees, streetlights, minor objects and similar must not have colliders.

Clarifications:

• Creators will be able to continue creating in the Handwear category with the current requirements.
• The wearables in the Handwear category that exist in the marketplace will continue to exist and can continue to be marketed.
• Users will be able to buy and wear Handwear with the above characteristics, this only affects the base models that have not obtained more elaborate handwear.

Conclusion

While recognizing the potential trade-offs in terms of community sentiment and artistic freedom, this proposal seeks to strike a balance between performance optimization and creative expression. The goal is to make Decentraland more accessible and enjoyable, especially during large-scale events.

This proposal is summarized due to technical limitations. To view it complete and vote on it, visit the DCL DAO Governance dApp