Captain Tsubasa, a popular Japanese manga and anime series from the 80s, has introduced its nonfungible token (NFT) soccer game on the Oasys blockchain. Oaysis announced the release of this Web3 gaming blockchain version on May 20. The game, developed by Mint Town and Blocksmith, was initially unveiled in 2022 and officially launched on Jan. 12, 2023. The project also introduced its governance token on June 4, 2023.
In this game, players can collect NFTs of characters from the original animated series. They can develop these characters, form teams, and participate in various game modes. The Rival mode allows players to relive the original storyline, while the player-versus-player (PvP) mode enables them to compete against other online players. Additionally, the game features an Arena mode where gamers can engage in 11 versus 11 soccer matches.
According to Mint Town CEO Hiroshi Kunimitsu, integrating the game into the Oasys blockchain provides fans with a new and immersive way to experience the animated story. Kunimitsu believes that this release showcases the potential of blockchain technology in enhancing interactive entertainment and gaming.
The Captain Tsubasa manga series debuted in the Weekly Shonen Jump magazine in 1981 and was later adapted into an anime series in 1983. It has since spawned numerous movies and television adaptations, with the latest airing in 2018. By 2023, the series had sold a staggering 90 million copies worldwide, solidifying its position as one of the best-selling manga series of all time.
To celebrate the game’s launch on Oasys, the Genesis NFTs will include additional features, such as boosting players’ energy points.
In related news, as cryptocurrency prices begin to recover, GameFi studios are becoming active again. On May 15, Immutable, a Web3 gaming studio, released the Guild of Guardians game on Google Play and the Apple App Store. Additionally, Pixels, another Web3 game, surpassed 1 million daily active players on May 13 and generated $4.4 million in token revenue. Since migrating to the Ronin blockchain on Feb. 22, the game has achieved a valuation of $2.7 billion.
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