GaminDom is a modern gaming discovery platform built with Next.js 15 and the RAWG Video Games Database API. It features a signature circular floating menu, genre and platform filtering, a full gaming news hub, and a dark theme optimized for the gaming aesthetic.
Creating a high-performance gaming discovery platform that feels fast and responsive while handling large amounts of data from external APIs. The main hurdle was optimizing image loading and managing real-time search results without lag, while also building an innovative circular floating menu that works seamlessly on both desktop and mobile.
Successfully integrated the RAWG API with Next.js App Router and server components, achieving fast initial page loads. The final product features a signature circular floating menu with smooth rotation animations, a 95+ Lighthouse performance score, and a contextual first-visit hint system using localStorage.
Browse latest, trending, and top-rated games
Search by title, genre, and platform
Comprehensive info with screenshots and reviews
Latest articles and updates with full article pages
Innovative Cmd+M navigation with smooth animations
RAWG Video Games Database API integration
Browse games by category
Mobile-first with touch-optimized interactions
