Overview
Galactic Bazaar is a persistent multiplayer social hub in Petit Planet. It is a shared area where random players worldwide can meet, trade items, participate in seasonal festivals, and engage in group activities. Unlike visiting a friend's planet, the Bazaar matches players with strangers from across the game's galaxies, creating opportunities for unexpected social encounters.
Chat system
To chat with other players in the Galactic Bazaar, players must sit on specific spots designed for conversation. This design choice encourages players to gather in designated social areas rather than spamming chat across the entire space.
Cafe
The Bazaar has a cafe where players can sit down and chat over coffee. This is a relaxed social space within the larger hub, providing a quieter alternative to the busier trading and activity areas.
Social activities
Activity | Description |
|---|---|
Rhythm mini-games | Musical games where players follow beats and rhythms together. |
Lucky wheel | A raffle or spinning wheel mechanic where players can win prizes. |
Magic Spin | A community activity where players participate in a shared spinning game for prizes. |
Stage performances | Players can take the stage to perform, with an audience of other players watching. |
Musical instruments | Players can pick up and play instruments together, creating impromptu musical sessions. |
Emote interactions | A range of emotes and gestures for communicating and playing with other players. |
Trading
Players can buy and sell items with each other in the Galactic Bazaar. This includes crops, crafted goods, rare materials, and cosmetic items. The trading system allows players to specialize in certain activities and exchange their surplus with others who focus on different areas.
Festivals and events
The Galactic Bazaar hosts seasonal festivals and limited-time events. These events bring unique activities, exclusive rewards, and temporary decorations to the space. Festivals encourage players to gather and participate in coordinated group activities.
Dorjelang's connection
Dorjelang's backstory includes arriving at the Galactic Bazaar, where he met Master Sparrok and began his apprenticeship in hat-making. The Bazaar therefore plays a role in the lore of at least one Neighbor's origin story.
Layout
The Galactic Bazaar is a persistent shared space with stalls, performance areas, the cafe, and gathering spots. It is designed to feel lively and populated, even during off-peak hours, by mixing real player presences with ambient activity. The Bazaar's visual style blends elements from all three galaxies.