Ubisoft Steps into Ethereum Gaming with Cross The Ages
In an exciting development for blockchain gaming enthusiasts, the Ethereum NFT card game Cross The Ages has announced a new collaboration with gaming giant Ubisoft. This partnership will see the introduction of a special NFT card collection within the Cross The Ages universe, featuring characters from Ubisoft’s popular Watch Dogs franchise.
A New Adventure Begins April 3
Starting April 3, fans of the game will have the opportunity to acquire cards showcasing characters from Watch Dogs, set against the backdrop of Artellium, a newly introduced map collection in Cross The Ages. The announcement was made on Twitter, accompanied by a link to the official trailer for the expansion, spotlighting Aiden Pearce, the iconic grey-hat hacker and protagonist of the Watch Dogs series.
Innovative Collaboration on Immutable X
Cross The Ages distinguishes itself by utilizing NFTs minted on Immutable X, a leading Ethereum scaling solution geared towards games. Despite recent market fluctuations, with Immutable X experiencing a nearly 12% value decrease over the past week, this collaboration marks a significant step forward in the integration of blockchain technology within mainstream gaming.
Ubisoft’s Blockchain Vision
Ubisoft’s engagement with Cross The Ages began with a strategic investment in March 2022, during which the company participated in a $12 million investment round. This partnership reflects Ubisoft’s broader commitment to exploring blockchain’s potential in gaming. The company has previously integrated NFT features in Ghost Recon: Breakpoint and is preparing to launch Champions Tactics: Grimoria Chronicles, its first in-house NFT title.
With a history of experimenting with blockchain, including a playable NFT fantasy football experiment with Sorare and a blockchain game demo called Hashcraft, Ubisoft continues to pioneer the incorporation of blockchain technology into its vast gaming ecosystem.
A Growing Trend in Blockchain Gaming
The collaboration between Cross The Ages and Ubisoft is part of a larger trend of blockchain games gaining prominence. In 2023, blockchain games accounted for 34% of Dapp activities, attracting over 1.1 million active users daily. This partnership not only underscores the growing interest in blockchain technology within the gaming industry but also highlights the potential for NFTs to create new, immersive gaming experiences for players around the globe.
