Parallel, an NFT-driven competitive card game built on Ethereum, launched on the Epic Games Store, potentially reaching a far larger audience.
The Epic Games Store is a prominent PC gaming marketplace with 270 million users as of late 2023, including 75 million monthly active players. Epic Games, known for Fortnite and Rocket League, hosts titles from various studios worldwide.
Game Overview
Parallel, which expanded access earlier this year via an open beta, is a competitive trading card game leveraging Ethereum and Base (Coinbase’s Layer-2 network). While it incorporates NFT-based cards, it also offers non-tokenized in-game cards for broader accessibility.
Players downloading the free-to-play version from the Epic Games Store receive five bonus Apparition Packs containing non-NFT cards.
Expansion and Esports
Parallel Studios, which raised $35 million in March, has ambitious plans:
- Mobile Version: In development to broaden accessibility.
- Esports Integration: Over $500,000 in prizes allocated for the first year of Parallel League competitions.
Franklin Fitch, Head of Partnerships, emphasized growth:
"Parallel’s Epic launch introduces us to millions of new players. We aim to expand competitive prize pools into the millions next year."
Future Projects
Beyond Parallel, the studio is developing Colony, a generative AI-driven simulation game on Solana.
FAQ
Q: Is Parallel free to play?
A: Yes, the base game is free, with optional NFT card purchases.
Q: What platforms support Parallel?
A: Currently on PC via Epic Games Store, with a mobile version planned.
Q: Are non-NFT cards usable in-game?
A: Absolutely—non-tokenized cards are fully functional.
Q: How can I earn rewards?
A: Participate in Parallel League esports events for prize pools.
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Edited by Ryan Ozawa.