META-X, a leading developer and publisher of Web3 games, has announced the release of its latest game, ‘Dark Machine’. This third-person shooter (TPS) combines classic mechanics with blockchain technology.
The game is a mech-themed game that supports matches for up to 7V7 players in an arena shooter format, developed using the Unreal Engine. Players have the ability to combine, transform and expand their mechs, with the aim of gaining a strategic advantage over the opposing team.
As mechs become larger, heavier, and more powerful, they can cause widespread destruction, affecting both the opposing team and the structures on the game’s map.
The Making of “Dark Machine”: anime inspiration and expertise
Dark Machine’s development and creative direction benefit greatly from the involvement of two prominent figures from the anime industry. Goro Taniguchiknown for directing hit animes like ‘One Piece Film: Red’ and ‘Code Geass’, serves as the creative producer for the game.
Additionally, Tenjin HidetakaKnown for his intricate mech designs in beloved series like ‘Macross’ and ‘Gudam’, Dark Machine is the Chief Mech Designer, lending his expertise to create a visually stunning and thematically rich world.
One of the features of Dark Machine is the integration of a Decentralized Daily Tournament (DDT) system. This approach brings the organization of esports tournaments directly into the gameplay, with the aim of making the experience more democratic for players, sponsors and advertisers on a decentralized platform. Additionally, the game offers a variety of play styles, including earn skills, play for fun, and free-to-play models, all centered around a token economy.
Get in on the action: token sales and early access
As expectations for Dark Machine grow, META-X announces that the game’s public token sale will take place on April 11, 2024. SwissBorg Launchpad will facilitate the sale, and interested players can find more information on the SwissBorg website.
Additionally, VIP Pass NFT holders will get early access to the game, and Dark Machine will also be featured at major industry events such as ComicCon 2024 and the Tokyo Game Show, providing gamers with plenty of opportunities to interact with the game and the community come.
In March, Yield Guild Games partnered with Meta-X to implement quest systems in the upcoming third-person shooter Dark Machine and improve global support for esports initiatives.