Gods Unchained, the NFT-based collectible card game, is making significant progress with its entry into the Epic Games Store platform. This milestone marks a major expansion for the game, now accessible to an audience of 230 million users.

A pool of 230 million users for Gods Unchained

Gods Unchained, created by Immutable Games, is a collectible card game that stands out for its use of NFT technology. Each card in the game is a unique NFT on the Ethereum network, specifically on the Immutable X layer-2 network.

This network is specifically designed for high-frequency trading with near-zero transaction fees and near-instant transactions. The goal is to provide players with the best possible experience and the ability to own and trade their cards as they please.

Epic Games Store Since its launch in June 2019, the game has experienced impressive growth, with 80,000 active players per week as of January 2022.

The arrival of Gods Unchained on the Epic Games Store is a significant event, as highlighted by Daniel Paez, the game's executive producer. According to him, the launch on one of the world's largest PC gaming platforms is a crucial step for Gods Unchained. He expressed his excitement about introducing the game to a wider audience of PC players and collectible card game enthusiasts on the blockchain.

A tense climate for Web3 games

This expansion comes at a time when Web3 games are facing major challenges. In October 2021, Steam, the largest PC game distributor in the world, announced that it would not host Web3 games on its platform. This decision led to the removal of the game Age of Rust, which offered benefits to holders of its NFTs.

In response to this hostility, a competing distribution platform, Hyperplay, was launched by former members of the MetaMask team. Hyperplay provides access to the Epic Games and GOG.com stores and offers a selection of Web3 titles. In June, the Hyperplay team successfully raised $12 million to develop the platform and expand its influence.

On that front, Epic Games is particularly open and has the potential to become the hub for Web3 gamers over time. They do not hesitate to highlight that this game is a "Blockchain/NFT" game, while raising awareness among players about these new technologies.

Blockchain NFT game Additionally, a mobile version for Android and iOS is planned for this year to cater to the most dedicated players. Further enhancements are also expected to spice up Gods Unchained and grow its player network.