Forgotten Runiverse MMORPG Migrates to Ronin Blockchain
Forgotten Runiverse, a magical fantasy MMORPG developed by Bisonic, Inc. and Magic Machine, is transitioning from Arbitrum to the Ronin blockchain. This strategic move aims to leverage Ronin’s capabilities to enhance the gaming experience and expand its audience reach. Ronin, an EVM-based blockchain developed by Sky Mavis, has emerged as a leading platform in web3 gaming, boasting 1.44 million daily active addresses.
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What is Forgotten Runiverse?
Forgotten Runiverse is inspired by the lore of the popular NFT collection, Forgotten Runes Wizard's Cult. This pixel art MMORPG is free-to-play and encourages collaborative gameplay, allowing players to shape the evolving narrative. Beyond gaming, the franchise includes a globally distributed comic series, an upcoming animated TV show, and a robust digital collectibles ecosystem valued at $110 million.
Players actively contribute to the game's lore and influence in-game events, forming guilds, engaging in PvE and PvP activities, and crafting items within a vibrant fantasy world. Bisonic, Inc. and Magic Machine are the developers behind Forgotten Runiverse.
More About Magic Machine
Founded in 2021, Magic Machine aims to revolutionize traditional media through decentralized ownership and community engagement, fostering co-creation within its entertainment franchises.
Strategic Transition to Ronin
Ronin is a gaming-focused EVM blockchain developed by Sky Mavis, known for creating Axie Infinity. It has demonstrated scalability by supporting millions of daily users and processing over $4 billion in NFT transactions. Ronin offers near-instant transactions with minimal fees, making it an ideal platform for web3 games.
This transition aligns with Forgotten Runiverse's goal of bringing web3 gaming to a broader audience. Sky Mavis CEO and Co-Founder Trung Nguyen expressed excitement for the migration, highlighting the shared vision between Forgotten Runiverse and the Ronin community.
Upcoming Events and Launch
The migration to Ronin will commence with a closed beta event on July 31st, followed by a public gameplay event in August. Known as the pre-alpha New Foundations event, this phase will allow players to mint and develop plots, earning exclusive rewards. Players will explore new dungeons and engage in unique quests, enriching their experience in the expansive fantasy realm of Forgotten Runiverse.
Kata, co-founder of Bisonic, commented: "In the landscape of web3 gaming, Ronin stands out for successfully integrating technology and community at scale. This makes it the perfect partner for a successful MMORPG. Ronin leads the way in web3 gaming, embodying real gamer engagement through token utility and daily active users. We are thrilled to collaborate with such a formidable partner to launch Forgotten Runiverse."
Forgotten Runiverse MMORPG Migrates to Ronin Blockchain
Final Thoughts
All game-centric NFT collections, including Forgotten Runiverse Real Estate, Game Items, and Watcher’s Rings, will migrate to Ronin. The game will debut on the Epic Game Store later this year, with plans for mobile optimization. Players can wishlist Forgotten Runiverse on the Epic Game Store to receive updates on its release. For more information and updates, players can visit the Epic Game Store and follow developments as Forgotten Runiverse prepares for its public launch on Ronin in August.
