Ubisoft, the gaming titan behind blockbusters like Assassin’s Creed and Just Dance, has officially set the stage for the release of its latest project, Captain Laserhawk: The G.A.M.E.. Launching next week on Ethereum layer-2 network Arbitrum, this competitive multiplayer shooter is bringing a dystopian twist inspired by the Netflix series Captain Laserhawk: A Blood Dragon Remix.
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And starting today? A free NFT mint on Magic Eden offers players a ticket to shape the game’s future.
A Crossover of Epic Proportions
Captain Laserhawk: The G.A.M.E. takes players into a gritty, cyberpunk-inspired world that blends Ubisoft’s rich game universes. Characters from fan-favorites like Assassin’s Creed, Rayman, and Beyond Good & Evil will face off in this top-down shooter. It’s a mix of nostalgia and innovation, all set against a backdrop of dystopian chaos.
The Niji Warrior NFT Collection
At the heart of this launch is the Niji Warrior NFT collection, now available for free minting on Magic Eden. These 10,000 pixel-art robots and creatures aren’t just collectibles—they’re tools for collaboration.
Holders of Niji Warrior NFTs will have a direct say in the game’s mechanics, map designs, and even storyline evolution. As Ubisoft Technical Director and Executive Producer Didier Genevois puts it:
“This project represents a new frontier in collaborative game development, where players become co-creators.”
But it doesn’t stop there. NFT owners also unlock exclusive perks, and their tokens evolve based on engagement. The approach echoes Ubisoft’s earlier experiments with the Warlords NFTs for Champions Tactics: Grimoria Chronicles, which introduced similar player-driven dynamics.
A Web3 Power Collaboration
The game is a joint effort between Ubisoft, the Arbitrum Foundation, and Sequence—a platform from the developers of the Web3 card game Skyweaver. This trio is reimagining how gaming communities can interact with and influence their favorite titles.
Nina Rong, Head of Partnerships at the Arbitrum Foundation, emphasized this shift:
“Forever, players have followed the storylines, character arcs, and game designs that were given to them. Now, that changes. We’re excited to see the results of putting the power in the hands of the gaming community.”
Ubisoft’s Blockchain Journey
This isn’t Ubisoft’s first foray into blockchain gaming. Earlier this year, it debuted Champions Tactics, its first original blockchain game, built around NFTs on the Oasys network. Over the years, Ubisoft has been steadily expanding its Web3 portfolio, backing startups, supporting networks, and experimenting with blockchain integrations.
With Captain Laserhawk: The G.A.M.E., Ubisoft is doubling down on its vision for collaborative, community-driven gameplay in the Web3 era. Whether you’re here for the nostalgia, the dystopian vibes, or the chance to co-create a game, one thing’s clear—this launch marks a new chapter for gaming.
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