Studio369, the developer behind the sci-fi mech shooter Metallic corehas announced that it will launch its own Ethereum token this week along with the third phase of its closed beta, introducing new game modes and economic features to the blockchain-based game.
MetalCore’s Closed Beta 3 (CB3), which begins June 27, will feature session-based PvP esports competitions, including Domination, Capture the Flag, and High-Value Target modes. The update also introduces faction-based social hubs and the ability to purchase digital collectibles in the game using fiat currency.
And then on June 28, Studio369 will conduct the token generation event for the MCG token on the Ethereum mainnet and zkEVM immutablethe layer 2 scaling network that MetalCore was built on.
“We are excited to push the boundaries of blockchain gaming with these new MetalCore features,” said Matt Candler, CEO of Studio369, in a statement. “Our goal is to create a compelling and fun gaming experience, enhanced with solid gameplay economics.”
The previous beta phase attracted 124,000 waitlisted players and 50,000 active users, who logged an average of 10 hours of gameplay each. Players can access CB3 via an Epic Games Store key for returning players or by purchasing one of five levels of Founders Packs.
These packs include various game assets such as infantry, mechs, weapons and fragments. According to a MetalCore representative, in-game items will be NFTswhile the Epic Games Store access key will not be tokenized.
Editor’s Note: This article was written with the assistance of AI. Edited and verified by Andrea Hayward.
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