Gamescom 2023 is gearing up for a extraordinary event, with almost 300,000 visitors and more than 130 million internet viewers. Among the highlights for Web3 gamers and beyond, Immutable has announced the playable demo of Infinite Victory, a futuristic sports game developed by Bit Fry Studios. In addition to Infinite Victory, visitors will have the chance to experience other playable demos of the highly anticipated Immutable-based Web3 games, including Shardbound and Battle Derby.
Infinite Victory: A Fusion of Sports
The excitement all around Infinite victory stems from the innovative gameplay. Unlike traditional basketball, it is an amalgamation of five different sports (Basketball, Baseball, Hockey, Soccer, and American Football), all wrapped up in a 3v3 basketball format. This creative twist has the potential to provide strategic depth and intense action, reminiscent of the iconic movie ‘Space Jam’.
Bit Fry Studios, run by former VP at Take-Two Interactive Chris Mate and ex-Major League Baseball player Todd Zeile, is the driving force behind Infinite Victory. The background of the studio and the pre-registration for the Alpha playtest this fall contribute to the expectation.
Shardbound, MetalCore and Battle Derby
In addition to Infinite Victory, Gamescom visitors can test other highly anticipated Immutable-based Web3 titles such as Shardbound, MetalCore, and Battle Derby. Each game is unique, from Shardbound’s next generation collecting strategy to the thrilling race of Battle Derby.
Shardbound is gearing up for the Alpha playtest launch on September 7. Not only will Gamescom visitors get the chance to play the exclusive build, but a limited number of spots will be reserved for Gamescom players, granting guaranteed access to the limited 1,000 players. Alpha Play Test. This is exciting news for the growing community, which has tripled since the Shardbound revival was announced at GDC.
In addition, visitors can experience the thrilling racing game Battle Derby and watch a live-streamed MetalCore tournament hosted by Owned.gg. During the MetalCore Tournament, community members and influencers compete for over $5,000 in prizes, including legendary mech NFTs for winners. Visitors interested in participating in the promotion can scan a QR code to join the MetalCore Early Access List via the Epic Games Store (EGS).
Meet Battle Derby from Triple O Games
Triple O Games, led by veteran industry figures, will present Battle Derby. Combining arcade driving with strategic challenges, this racing title adds a new dimension to Immutable’s diverse range of games.
Immutable’s Chief Studio Officer, Justin Hulog, expressed his excitement to showcase the games developed with Immutable, saying, “We are excited to finally wrap up the packaging of some of the great games our partners have created with Immutable have developed. We are pleased to provide a glimpse into the exciting future of gaming that awaits players.”
With a history of hundreds of thousands of in-person visitors and millions of online viewers, Gamescom 2023 is poised to surpass previous records. The opportunity to test Immutable’s flagship titles, combined with tournaments and insights into the future of Web3 gaming, will make for an impactful event for the gaming community.