Off the Grid, a revolutionary battle royale game developed by Gunzilla Games, has recently been launched in early access on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via the Epic Games Store. Powered by Avalanche blockchain technology, Off the Grid has quickly risen to become one of the most popular free-to-play games available. Its standout feature is the Extraction Royale mode, which introduces a unique twist to the battle royale genre.
Off the Grid is a third-person battle royale game where players form teams of three and compete on a sprawling city map. Set in a futuristic world, players assume the roles of cybernetically enhanced humans and fight to be the last team standing.
Unlike traditional battle royale games, Off the Grid incorporates an Extraction Royale mode where players not only have to survive but also locate and extract loot boxes scattered throughout the map. These loot boxes contain items that can enhance player abilities or provide cosmetic upgrades for characters. This innovative extraction mechanic adds a strategic element to the gameplay, setting it apart from other battle royale titles.
Off the Grid is built on GUNZ, a subnet on the Avalanche blockchain developed by Gunzilla Games. Although the current early access version does not yet have live crypto features, the developers have plans to integrate tokenized assets. These assets, including the upcoming GUN token, will enable item trading, mission rewards, and the minting of in-game items as NFTs. The GUN token, currently in the testing phase, will serve as the game’s primary currency. Once the network transitions to the mainnet, players will have the option to trade or sell in-game items within the Off the Grid ecosystem or on external marketplaces.
In its early access form, Off the Grid features the Extraction Royale mode on a single map, offering a glimpse of what players can expect in the full release. Players must outlast their opponents while collecting valuable loot. Extracting these loot boxes requires reaching specific points on the map, adding a strategic layer to the objective of survival. Successfully extracted items unlock new weapons, skills, and cosmetic upgrades that can significantly impact gameplay. The game is available for free download on the Epic Games Store, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S, ensuring easy accessibility for all players.
Following the early access launch, Off the Grid experienced a surge in blockchain-related activity. Gunzilla Games reported that millions of wallets were created on the GUNZ testnet, allowing players to interact with blockchain technology through in-game assets. While these wallets currently serve as placeholders for players to explore assets on the testnet, the GUN token and NFT minting features are not yet live. Once the mainnet launches, players will have access to full blockchain functionality, enabling secure and tradable NFT items within the game.
Gunzilla Games, co-founded by acclaimed director Neill Blomkamp, known for films like District 9 and Chappie, brings a cinematic touch to Off the Grid. The game aims to engage players with a captivating storyline that spans approximately 60 hours. Set in a fictional reality-show setting, the narrative elements enhance the battle royale experience, immersing players in a rich and immersive world. Unique cinematic sequences play between matches, further enhancing the overall experience.
While Off the Grid currently offers limited content with its single mode, Gunzilla Games has plans to expand with additional modes and features upon full release. Future updates will include blockchain integrations, such as in-game minting and trading of NFTs, as well as the use of the GUN token for transactions and rewards. Despite being in the early access phase, the game has already amassed a large player base, and popular streamers like Tyler “Ninja” Blevins and Seth “Scump” Abner have been enlisted to generate awareness among gaming audiences.
Off the Grid has achieved significant success so far, with millions of transactions recorded on the GUNZ testnet. As the game continues to evolve and incorporate blockchain features, it is poised to revolutionize the battle royale genre and redefine the gaming experience.