“Off the Grid,” a crypto game that mints its in-game assets as NFTs on Avalanche, is popular in the Epic Games Store. Will AVAX benefit?
Gaming is global and remains one of the fastest-growing sectors.
According to Vantage Market Research, the global gaming scene will be valued at over $682 billion by 2030. Between 2023 and 2030, this industry is projected to grow at a CAGR of 13.6%.
As the world becomes even more interconnected, more people will continue to seek refuge in gaming and connect with others.
Moreover, with blockchains like Avalanche or Gala Chain finding adoption, exciting games that give users more control will play a crucial role.
Already, there are hints of what lies ahead.
Off the Grid Game On Avalanche Rises Up The Epic Games Store Ranking
Days after launching, “Off the Grid,” a player-versus-player game by Gunzilla Games, skyrocketed among the most popular free-to-play games on the Epic Games Store in the United States.
The soaring popularity and expression of interest from gamers are a huge vote of confidence for Gunzilla Games and an endorsement for Avalanche as a modern blockchain robust enough to handle the demands of global gamers.
“Off the Grid” is a battle royale game that offers immersive gameplay and an opportunity for gamers to explore blockchain benefits.
The popularity of the game has seen players engage. One video in Russian has over 340,000 views.
While the game is immersive, players can also mint in-game items as NFTs on Avalanche.
All blockchain-related activities are on the Avalanche subnet called GUNZ.
Players can mint weapons, skins, and other in-game items as NFTs on Avalanche.
By minting them on the subnet, gamers have better control and can trade them on external markets for real cash or other items.
The merger of entertaining gameplay and blockchain attracts a broader base that could further cement Off the Grid’s position as a top game.
Crucially, the developer addressed criticism that integrating NFTs solely is unsustainable, given the failure of other gaming platforms, especially after the 2022 crash.
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AVAX Prices Adds +45% In 2 Months
As more people download the game, some may mint on Avalanche, driving AVAX prices.
Looking at the AVAXUSDT chart, prices steadily rise, adding an impressive 45% from August lows.
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All the same, the local resistance is around $30 and $35.
If crypto prices recover from Q3 2024 lows, AVAX could float higher, pumped by improving sentiment and other ecosystem developments.
In addition to “Off the Grid,” Avalanche recently announced a $40 million Retro9000 grant to encourage developers to expand its ecosystem.
Whether you’re the #1 game on @EpicGames, an innovative consumer loyalty app, or you’re a leading financial institution, launching your own Avalanche L1 puts the power in your hands to build the way you want.
And…. now’s the perfect time to start building 🫡
Retro9000 is… pic.twitter.com/WtDoljydBh
— Avalanche9000 🔺 (@avax) October 14, 2024
As more dApps launch on the scalable, pro-DeFi blockchain, the demand for AVAX will also increase, boosting confidence and price.
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Disclaimer: Crypto is a high-risk asset class. This article is provided for informational purposes and does not constitute investment advice. You could lose all of your capital.