Ubisoft Quietly Launches New NFT Game: Captain Laserhawk: The G.A.M.E.
Ubisoft's latest venture into the NFT gaming space, Captain Laserhawk: The G.A.M.E., has been discreetly released. This top-down, multiplayer arcade shooter requires players to purchase an NFT to participate. Let's delve into the details.
An NFT-Powered Arcade Shooter
As reported by Eurogamer, Captain Laserhawk: The G.A.M.E. launched quietly on December 20th. The game utilizes cryptocurrency for gameplay and expands upon the universe established in the Netflix series, Captain Laserhawk: A Blood Dragon Remix. Expect appearances from familiar Ubisoft franchises like Watch Dogs and Assassin's Creed.
The game's competitive multiplayer aspect is limited to 10,000 players. Access requires purchasing a Citizen ID Card NFT, a digital collectible that tracks in-game achievements and rankings. These cards evolve based on player performance, potentially increasing their value on the secondary market.
Players can acquire a Citizen ID Card for approximately $25.63 via Ubisoft's claim page, requiring a crypto wallet. Card holders also have the option to relinquish their citizenship and sell their IDs.
A full launch is slated for Q1 2025, according to Ubisoft's Magic Eden page, but early access is available to those who have already secured an ID.
A Netflix Series Inspired by Far Cry 3's Blood Dragon
Captain Laserhawk: A Blood Dragon Remix, the Netflix series that inspired the game, is an animated spin-off of Far Cry 3's Blood Dragon DLC. Set in an alternate 1992 where the US is a megacorporation-controlled technocracy called Eden, the series follows Dolph Laserhawk, a supersoldier turned defector.
While Ubisoft hasn't detailed the game's narrative, it's set within this same universe. Players assume the role of citizens under Eden's rule, influencing the story through mission completion, leaderboard rankings, and community engagement. Their citizen scores directly impact the game's evolving narrative.
