Off the Grid (OTG), the recently released cyberpunk-themed AAA Battle Royale third-person shooter game has become a topic of discussion among the fans of the Battle Royale (BR) genre. What’s interesting is that launched in early access, this battle royale game has ranked first on the Epics Game online store and also earned a viewership of over 1,50,000 on the Twitch video live streaming platform. Presented by Gunzilla Games, OTG seems to be much different from other BR games because of its focus on narrative progression, player autonomy, and most importantly, its integration of cryptocurrency and NFTs. The game, still labelled as early access, is said to have the potential to transform the way we approach crypto games. Let’s find out what Off the Grid has on its hold for all the enthusiastic BR and crypto games out there.
Off the Grid: Everything You Need to Know
Off the Grid is an Avalanche-based shooter game developed by Gunzilla Games along with support from the famous filmmaker Neil Blomkamp. According to Ebizmba’s ‘Off the Grid’ Crypto Game Analysis, this BR game blends unique narrative progression, advanced gameplay mechanics, and impressive visuals. The gameplay is quite interesting as players are carried to a reality show-style online shooting experience with replaceable robotic limbs and jetpacks that enhance their power. OTG offers both PVP (player.vs.player) with 150-player melee and PVE (player vs. environment) with an engaging 60-hour narrative campaign gaming experience.
Though Off the Grid is a crypto-based game, it has not fully implemented the crypto elements as it is in its early access phase. However, it claims to be quite different from other blockchain-based games due to the integration of cryptocurrency and NFTs. Also, this BR game’s GUN token is in the completion stage.
Initial Reactions to Off the Grid
Off the Grid, the early access battle royale shooter has so far received mixed responses. The game has gained positive feedback from streamer Tyler “Ninja” Blevins with whom the creators have partnered with. Well, OTG has become one of the most streamed video games on the Twitch platform. The game has also entered the list of the top most-played games on the Epic Games store.
The game has also received a positive response from the famous American live streamer and YouTube personality Tim “Timthetatman” Betar, who called the game “fun” and “fresh”. However, a part of the gaming community has responded negatively to the game’s performance. Some games being skeptical about crypto games have also responded similarly.
Off the Grid and Blockchain Gaming
As already stated, Off the Grid is quite different from other blockchain-based games due to its integration of NFTs and cryptocurrency. As the game is in its early access phase, the crypto elements are not fully implemented. Yet another aspect is that crypto or NFT engagement in the game is optional. So, players can indulge in interesting tasks without being worried about financial aspects.
That being said, the crypto element of the game seems quite promising and a great opportunity for all crypto enthusiasts. The game has a GUN token on the GUNZ blockchain which is the testnet mode. So, once the token becomes available, gamers can trade weapons, upgrades, etc. as NFTs. According to the creators, Gunzilla Games, the GUNZ blockchain aims to provide complete ownership of the in-game items to the players as NFTs. This is why it is unlike clicker and Web3 games which are token models where players gain rewards, collect payouts, and leave the game. OTG ensures a fun and fresh experience so that users continuously engage in the game.
As the OTG game doesn’t reveal a lot about its blockchain elements, it seems to be trying to gather a wider audience and thereby close the divide between crypto gamers and traditional gamers. So, on the whole, Off the Grid seems to be a unique BR game that blends the elements of mainstream gaming and blockchain technology.
Off The Grid: BR Game with the Potential to Transform Crypto Gaming
Off the Grid, the new Battle Royale game seems to have the potential to transform crypto gaming. The game launched as early access keeps a low profile about its crypto elements and focuses more on the mainstream gaming elements to attract a broader audience. This seems to be an effort to bridge the gap between traditional players and crypto gamers. Also, the game prioritizes players’ freedom and promises to follow an innovative approach. If the game is able to fulfil these aspects, it might change the way we see crypto games.
