[Cloud Migration] Are there really only benefits?! Considering the relocation of your gaming infrastructure [Beyond Study Group #27]

Nice to meet you!
I'm Masutani from the System Solutions Department.

Have you ever considered moving from your current cloud to another company's cloud?

However, many questions arise, such as, "What exactly is relocation?" and "How will it proceed?"

This study group helped me clear up any confusion I had about the relocation!

Is there really a benefit to relocating the game platform?

This study session is being held in collaboration with
NHN JAPAN Co., Ltd. , which operates TOAST The following three distinguished speakers spoke about the advantages and disadvantages of relocation.

1. " What is game platform relocation? Purpose and effect explained in 5Ws " by Yuki Horikoshi,
Mynet Co., Ltd. 2. " About the backend (common platform) configuration and operational load " by Fumiaki Ito,
NHN JAPAN Co., Ltd. 3. " A glimpse behind the scenes of game platform relocation and the secret to stable operation from case studies " by Yuki Teraoka, Beyond Co., Ltd.

You can watch the videos of each speaker on YouTube via the title links!

Below is a brief summary of the content of the presentation

Session 1: "What is Game Platform Relocation? Explaining the Purpose and Effects Using the 5Ws"

From the perspective of Mynet, which handles a large number of game titles and has actually relocated many of them

・What is relocation? (What)
・Why relocate? (Why)
・Where to relocate? (Where)
・When should it be done? (When)
・Who will do it?

the 5Ws and the benefits that can be obtained by doing so were clearly explained!

Currently, AWS, Azure, and GCP , many so-called emerging cloud services have appeared.
Many emerging cloud services were born out of the competition during the cloud wars era and offer attractive features such as high cost performance, so there are great benefits to being able to take advantage of these.
As the service continues to run for many years, various changes will occur in the game's functions, load, etc., and
a good opportunity to find a more suitable environment than the current one , as explained by Mr.

the issue of "vendor lock-in, " a phenomenon where switching to another cloud becomes difficult when using services specific to each cloud

・There is no identical service, but there are similar services, so consider using them
(it seems that the sales staff at cloud vendors are happy to give you advice!)

・If it's really difficult, you have the option to leave it

In fact, it seems that there are many people who give up on relocation due to the "vendor lock-in problem," so
hear this story from Mynet, who has actually relocated many times.

Mynet used our MSP service for the relocation!
(Thank you for introducing us!)
We will introduce our MSP service later!

Session 2: "Backend (common infrastructure) configuration and operational load"

NHN, which has been developing games for many years and is also developing the beloved Tsum Tsum smartphone app game, explained about TOAST Gamebase , the backend service for games provided by TOAST

" Gamebase " handles various functions that are essential for running a game, but are difficult to develop and operate, such as external authentication, in-app payment, and push notifications.

was born from years of game development expertise and truly lets you " outsource all of your game's backend development! " It significantly reduces the cost and time required for backend development, allowing you to focus on game development!

" AppGuard " that prevents tampering with game app code and detects cheat tools and emulators.

had the opportunity to hear about a service called
" Game Infrastructure Optimization Solution which provides consulting on reviewing infrastructure configuration, assistance with relocation, and even follow-up after the relocation

In the relocation support section, we also introduce relocation agents, who will work with Beyond to assist you with your relocation!

"TOAST"
is a perfect cloud for game developers looking to relocate their game infrastructure or even develop new ones!

Session 3: "A glimpse behind the scenes of game platform relocation and the secrets to stable operation through case studies"

We introduced the relocation process based on an actual example of a relocation carried out by Mynet and our company

supports multiple clouds and has experience in relocation to many clouds, from deciding on the relocation destination and establishing the relocation schedule to carrying out the relocation work on the day and checking the operation and load after the relocation . We will fully support your cloud relocation.

In order to shorten the relocation time by even a second, we will make careful preparations before the day

We also believe that the relocation is not the end of the process; the real operation begins after the relocation.
24/7 server operation and maintenance , we can also handle the operation after the relocation!

Cloud/Server Migration

summary

What do you think?
Relocation is a big decision because it requires time and effort, but
I think it also has many benefits.
Even if you're satisfied with your current situation, considering relocation may lead to even more wonderful experiences!
We hope you enjoy a good cloud life by relocating to a cloud that is best suited to your services.