Ubisoft’s latest game, Captain Laserhawk: The G A M E, has caused quite a stir in the gaming community due to its integration of NFTs (non-fungible tokens). NFTs, which were once seen as a scam in the form of digital artwork, have now made their way into the gaming world through this new release.
The game is a revival of the popular Far Cry spin-off Blood Dragon and the spin-off-spin-off Netflix cartoon Captain Laserhawk, now transformed into a top-down shooter with commentary from Rayman and perks related to Assassin’s Creed. While this may sound like a bizarre combination, it gets even more interesting when you realize that in order to play the game, you must have an NFT.
These NFTs come in the form of Niji Warrior cards, which can be purchased through the game’s website using Ubisoft’s own in-universe creation, Eden Online. Players can also sign in using Coinbase or Walletconnect, but for those unfamiliar with cryptocurrency, creating a wallet through their personal Gmail account is an option.
However, the process of obtaining these NFTs is not as straightforward as it seems. After being redirected to a website called magiceden.io, players may find that all the free options to “mint” a card have already been taken. This means that in order to play the game, players may have to purchase a Niji Warrior card from someone else on the platform.
Furthermore, the game’s website implies that the full launch of the NFT integration is still in early access for Niji Warrior holders, despite the game being listed as available on Ubisoft’s site and store. This discrepancy has left many players confused and questioning the true intentions behind the NFT integration in the game.
Overall, Captain Laserhawk: The G A M E’s use of NFTs has sparked a debate within the gaming community about the future of gaming and the potential risks and rewards of incorporating blockchain technology into mainstream titles. As players navigate the world of NFTs in gaming, it remains to be seen how this controversial decision by Ubisoft will impact the gaming industry as a whole.