District 9 Director’s New Game Will Be Anchored By an NFT Platform Called ‘GunZ’
Gunzilla’s upcoming multiplayer battle royale shooter title, Off The Grid (OTG), will incorporate an NFT platform called GunZ.
GunZ utilizes blockchain technology for in-game item transactions where players can purchase new in-game items from other players. However, Gunzilla clarifies that the deal is entirely optional and the studio is not hiding progress or the functionality behind a paywall. says never.
Gunzilla’s claim to the GunZ platform is based on the fact that today’s free-to-play games can’t actually keep in-game items that players have earned or paid for. For example, if the game completely stops, any time or money invested by the player will be lost.
“You don’t own and can’t own anything. Anyone can read the game’s EULA to confirm this. You can take the items, even if they’re nothing, and if you quit the free-to-play game, the money you put in will disappear. statement.
“We are reinventing the system, putting the power back in the hands of gamers, and using blockchain technology to make this happen. With OTG and GunZ, we are creating a universe that sets new standards for the industry. increase.”
NFTs are a controversial topic in the gaming industry. Some developers, such as Landfall Games, have signed anti-NFT pledges because of their impact on the environment. Minecraft has also said it will not allow NFTs or blockchain technology on its platform.At his EVO 2022 last week, Sony also measured attendees’ interest in his NFTs.
District 9 Director Neill Blomkamp has joined as Gunzilla’s Chief Visionary Officer to help support the studio’s debut game.
Off the Grid is coming to PC, PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S.
George Yang is a freelance writer for IGN. You can follow him on Twitter @yinyangfooey.
