Captain Tsubasa, a beloved Japanese manga and anime series from the 80s, has introduced its nonfungible token (NFT) soccer game on the Oasys blockchain. Oaysis made the announcement on May 20, revealing that Captain Tsubasa will be launching a version of the NFT soccer game on its Web3 gaming blockchain.
The Web3 game, developed by Mint Town and Blocksmith, was initially unveiled in 2022 and officially launched on January 12, 2023. The project also introduced its governance token on June 4, 2023.
This game allows players to collect NFTs of characters from the original animated series. Gamers can develop their 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 gamers 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 fresh way to experience the animated story. Kunimitsu stated that this release showcases the capabilities of blockchain technology in enhancing interactive entertainment and gaming.
The manga series made its debut 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, its Genesis NFTs will offer additional features, such as boosting players’ energy points.
In related news, as cryptocurrency prices begin to recover, GameFi studios are becoming more active. On May 15, Immutable, a Web3 gaming studio, released the Guild of Guardians game on Google Play and the Apple App Store. Additionally, on May 13, the Web3 game Pixels surpassed 1 million daily active players and generated $4.4 million in token revenue. Since migrating to the Ronin blockchain on February 22, the game has reached a valuation of $2.7 billion.
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