Ubisoft's Stealth NFT Launch: Captain Laserhawk: The G.A.M.E.
Ubisoft quietly dropped Captain Laserhawk: The G.A.M.E., a new NFT-based game requiring players to purchase a digital Citizen ID Card to participate. Let's delve into the details.
Ubisoft's Latest NFT Venture
As reported by Eurogamer on December 20th, Captain Laserhawk: The G.A.M.E. is a top-down multiplayer arcade shooter demanding cryptocurrency for gameplay. The game, according to Eden Online, expands the universe of the Netflix series, Captain Laserhawk: A Blood Dragon Remix, incorporating familiar Ubisoft franchises like Watch Dogs and Assassin's Creed.
Limited Access and Evolving NFTs
This competitive multiplayer title limits participation to 10,000 players. Access is granted via the purchase of a Citizen ID Card NFT, which tracks player stats, achievements, and evolves based on in-game performance.
Acquiring Citizenship
To obtain a Citizen ID Card, players need a crypto wallet and must purchase a Niji Warrior ID card from Ubisoft's designated page on Magic Eden for $25.63. Players can later relinquish their citizenship and resell their IDs, potentially increasing their value depending on in-game accomplishments.
Launch and Early Access
Ubisoft's Magic Eden page indicates a full game launch in Q1 2025. Early access is available to those who have already secured their Citizen ID Cards.
A Netflix Series Inspired by Far Cry 3
The Netflix series, Captain Laserhawk: A Blood Dragon Remix, serves as an animated spin-off of Far Cry 3's Blood Dragon expansion. Set in an alternate 1992, the series depicts a technocratic United States ruled by a single megacorporation, Eden. The story follows Dolph Laserhawk, a supersoldier who defects, engages in heists, and ultimately finds himself back in Eden's grasp.
Player Agency in the Game's Narrative
While Ubisoft hasn't detailed the game's plot, it's confirmed to share the same universe. Players assume the role of citizens under Eden's control, influencing the narrative through mission completion, leaderboard rankings, and community engagement.
