Ubisoftrevolutionizes the video game industry with the first playable NFTs that users can collect and apply as in-game cosmetics.
The gaming giant announced this new feature on Tuesday. In the statement, he said that the NFTs, which Ubisoft calls Digit, will be the first immutable tokens to be “playable in AAA game”. Ubisoftwill release Digit in beta for the PC version of “Tom Clancy’s Ghost Recon: Breakpoint” on December 9.
company, playable NFTUbisoft will launch Quartz to manage and distribute its . Gamers at Ubisoft Quarts digit and then use them in various ways in video games. Digits can be video game helmets, pants, guns – all with unique serial numbers. In the statement, the situation was explained as follows:
“Each digit; It is a unique piece with a unique serial number for other players to see. At the same time, the current and previous owners of Digits can be followed in the coming years, making these players an integral part of the game. Digits are cosmetic items that allow players to customize their experience and complete missions in their own way. Digits are now Ubisoft They are not just part of the games, as they can be sold to players outside of its ecosystem.”
As the description suggests, their owners will be able to sell these cosmetic gaming items on third-party marketplaces for cryptocurrency.
As part of the announcement UbisoftHe also said he only wants NFTs for Ubisoft players. For this, users must have reached a certain level in the “Ghost Recon” video game. For example, players must have played at least 100 hours to get the NFT pants. “The idea is to focus on our most relevant players with this first batch,” said Baptiste Chardon, Ubisoft’s Director of Blockchain Business and Product.
In addition, Ubisoft NFTs use “proof of stake” method instead of “proof of work” method, which uses more energy. Tezos He said it will be stored on his blockchain. According to the company, this is a more environmentally friendly alternative to NFTs.