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Project 05
Gaming / Tabletop Community ToolsMatch Punk
Free Magic: The Gathering Life Counter & Match Tracker
ReactNext.jsTypeScriptTailwind CSSReal-time SynchronizationTanStack Query

My Role
Software Engineer – Developed the real-time multi-device synced life counter interface, group & event management system, Elo ranking visualization, custom card/trophy mechanics, and mobile-first tabletop gaming experience.
Key Features
- Real-time life total, commander damage, poison & energy counter sync across all players' devices
- Format-specific starting life totals (Commander 40, Standard 20, Two-Headed Giant 30, etc.)
- Elo-based skill ranking system that measures true player skill beyond just wins/losses
- Custom digital cards that become unique trophies for opponents when you lose
- Private groups with password protection, in-app chat, and forum features
- Easy event & tournament hosting for FLGS with automatic rankings and winner calculation
- Solo practice mode and full match history
- Completely free with no ads (guaranteed through 2026)
Category
Gaming / Tabletop Community Tools