Ubisoft, known for its renowned Assassin’s Creed franchise, is set to launch its inaugural crypto video game titled 'Champions Tactics' on October 23. This role-playing game incorporates blockchain technology, allowing players to trade in-game assets known as NFTs.
In 'Champions Tactics', players will collect and assemble teams of characters reminiscent of Dungeon & Dragons. According to Ubisoft, this game features a collection of 75,000 Champions, which are digital collectibles players can utilize in battles against others.
This launch comes after years of exploring blockchain technology, dating back to 2019. Ubisoft's previous attempts at integrating NFTs in 2021 faced skepticism, but the gaming landscape has evolved significantly since then.
The release of 'Champions Tactics' coincides with a surge in blockchain-powered games, with various titles emerging that allow players to own and trade in-game assets. For instance, Gunzilla Games recently launched an early access version of a web3 battle royale game, 'Off the Grid', on PlayStation and PC.
Ubisoft reported that its Champions mint held in July sold out swiftly, while the previous 'Warlords mint' generated over $8 million in trading volume, demonstrating significant community interest.
Players interested in 'Champions Tactics' will not need to own an NFT or have a crypto wallet to participate, making it accessible to a broader audience. The game operates on the HOME Verse, a Layer-2 network within the Oasys gaming ecosystem, where Ubisoft aims for seamless integration of web3 technology.
Ubisoft Lab VP Nicolas Pouard stated, "With 'Champions Tactics', we aim for web3 technology to seamlessly fade into the background, allowing players to fully immerse themselves in the fun and strategy of the game."
