Hello Smilesoft.dev .
Smilesoft.dev is a research and development company specializing
in innovative software creation, world-class experience direction, and
holistic system design for interactive experiences.
Founded in 2020 by Landon Looper and Smile Walker, Smilesoft.dev is dedicated to creating engaging new media experiences that utlize emerging technologies to not only entertain but empower audiences. As futurists, we are laying the foundations for tomorrow's media, where audiences can interact, inspire, and be part of the stories they engage with and help shape.
At smilesoft.dev, we believe that the future of media lies in real-time interaction—a space where audiences are no longer passive consumers but active participants in shaping their experiences. By utilizing the power of IP-based systems, we create environments where people can come together, collaborate, and contribute in ways that feel immediate and meaningful. This effort allows everyone to be respected and appreciated for their participation, regardless of expertise or background.
The road we’re on is one that reflects a growing cultural shift: legacy media no longer keeps audiences engaged the way it once did. Traditional TV, movies, and passive content consumption have begun to lose their appeal, especially among younger generations. In contrast, video games, live streaming, and sports—which are built on user interaction—have grown exponentially, with these experiences quickly becoming the new norm.
• Video games, a medium deeply rooted in user agency and interaction, have surpassed $200 billion in annual revenuein 2023, making it the fastest-growing entertainment sector worldwide.
• Live streaming platforms like Twitch and YouTube Live have seen audiences in the billions with more than 50 million active streamers engaging directly with audiences through real-time interaction—a direct challenge to traditional broadcast TV viewership.
• Sports, with its heavy reliance on real-time participation and interaction (from betting to social media engagement), has proven that the future of entertainment is rooted in active audiences. With the global sports media market forecasted to reach $75 billion by 2027, it’s clear that the future of fan engagement is built around participation and instant feedback.
This shift in expectations—where young people demand immediacy, agency, and participation from their media—has created a seismic change in what entertainment looks like today. The future of entertainment media is not just about consumption but about co-creation and collaboration.
At smilesoft.dev, we’re paving the way for tomorrow’s media—immersive, interactive, and real-time platforms that give audiences the agency to influence and shape the narrative in ways that legacy media simply can’t. Whether through interactive live performances, adaptive gaming worlds, or immersive venues, we are creating the spaces where audiences aren’t just watching—they’re a part of it.