Set to shape the future of blockchain gaming, MetaCene, an eagerly awaited next-generation blockchain MMORPG, has been crafted with an investment of nearly $5 million over the course of 2 years in China. MetaCene’s vision is to establish a homeland for mass players, immersing users in a post-apocalyptic world where communication with six primary in-game non-fungible token (NFT) types brings about the redefinition of civilizations.
MetaCene’s player-centric approach aligns with the core principles of Web3, integrating AI and blockchain technologies to create a gaming experience that transcends the boundaries of conventional Web2 gaming. Plans for a second alpha test as well as the launch of the mainnet blockchain are actively underway, with the commercial versions 1.0 and 2.0 slated for release in Q4 of this year and 2024 respectively.
Despite the seemingly promising future of crypto-based gaming, Bloomberg raises concerns over the increasing tendency for games to serve as mere conduits for questionable financial speculations. Alan Tan, the creator of MetaCene, is of the opinion the focus should not be centered on financial gain; rather, the gaming aspect should be prioritized.
Founded in October 2021, MetaCene is the brainchild of gaming veterans from industry giants such as Shanda Games, Blizzard, and Perfect World. Having carried out a successful alpha test enabling players to navigate various aspects of the game, the team, led by Alan Tan, is optimistic about the game’s prospects. Surprisingly, approximately 90% of test participants engaged in Player vs Player (PVP) combat, with the total playtime racking up to 461,916 minutes.
Contrary to typical blockchain games that often result in heavy financial investments, MetaCene offers a free-to-play model, albeit with some monetized elements. The game also profits from crypto transactions made between players. Aiming to raise an additional $8 million from venture capitalists, further expansion seems to be on the cards for MetaCene.
The development of interactive user engagement systems and the introduction of in-game tasks and rewards, including redeemable equipment and NFTs, further enhance the gaming aspect. With passive income being a possibility through crystal mining, MetaCene pushes the envelope in incorporating blockchain technology into the gaming experience.
While MetaCene promises a new dawn in blockchain gaming, it also raises the question – Can this model sustain without creating a bubble economy within the game? Only time will tell.
Source: Cryptonews
