Leo Kahn, the CEO of Undeads Metaverse, recently participated in an AMA with Cointelegraph where he discussed the journey of creating a high-quality Web3 game. Kahn’s story is one of innovation, community-driven development, and the seamless integration of traditional and blockchain gaming technologies.
Kahn emphasized the complexity and commitment required to produce a AAA-caliber game within the Web3 ecosystem. He mentioned that achieving such quality involves collaborations with renowned studios like Warner Brothers for sound design.
When reflecting on his inspirations, Kahn paid tribute to Capcom’s Resident Evil series, which has been a cornerstone of the survival horror genre. He stated, “Since I was a kid, I’ve been playing that game, and they are still going strong. But it’s really about how you take it to the next level. For example, in our game, you can play as zombies and you can play as humans as well.”
Undeads Metaverse is designed to be accessible to both Web2 and Web3 users. Kahn explained that they built it for everyone because some platforms do not support Web3 technology, such as iOS or Android.
“We spent about $9 million as of January 2024 in just developing this game,” revealed Kahn. He also mentioned that their mint launch generated over a million dollars, even during a period when the crypto market was inactive. Undeads Metaverse became one of the top third tradeable assets on OpenSea.
Kahn outlined the extensive game lineup of Undeads Metaverse, including titles like Undeads Rush and Undeads Viral (both currently available) and Undeads Lottery (launching in Q1 2024). These games embody the ethos of Web3 gaming.
Regarding the studio’s flagship game, Undeads.com, Kahn stated, “Everyone wants their hand on this one, they are like ‘How can we play this game, get our hands on it?’ Finally, after more than two years of development, this game is coming out in Q2 2024.” He also mentioned that Undeads.com will have a VR focus from day one.
Kahn explained the difference between traditional Web2 models and Undeads Metaverse’s play-to-earn model. He compared playing traditional games like Roblox, where players invest time but don’t receive anything in return, to Undeads Metaverse, where players can earn real money by playing the game and engaging in activities like building structures, solving puzzles, and crafting items.
Community engagement is a central aspect of Undeads Metaverse’s development philosophy. Kahn highlighted the active involvement of nearly 60,000 members across Discord and Telegram in shaping the game’s direction. He also announced the launch of the UDS token in Q2 2024, emphasizing its utility rather than speculative trading.
Kahn criticized the current state of Web3 games, stating that while there are around 1,500 to 1,600 games, they are not enjoyable. Undeads Metaverse aims to deliver a AAA-rated game that genuinely entertains and engages players.
Kahn’s vision goes beyond gaming and extends to the metaverse. He believes in its enduring potential and cites significant investments by industry giants like Mark Zuckerberg as proof of its future impact. The project’s roadmap includes the integration of VR technology.
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