Unioverse’s Hoverdrome Kicks Off with Tournament and New NFT Hero

The popular sci-fi franchise and gaming platform Unioverse is again creating a buzz with the release of its newest game, Hoverdrome. If you’re looking for an exhilarating gaming experience that combines elements of Mario Kart and Rocket League then Hoverdrome is up your alley. This game isn’t your normal offering; it’s a top tier action packed adventure crafted to introduce mainstream gamers to Web3 gaming.

Bridging Familiarity with Innovation

Hoverdrome’s gameplay brings together the energy and excitement of Mario Kart and Rocket League but adds a fresh twist thats uniquely Unioverse. This fusion is intentional—it forms part of Unioverses approach to making Web3 gaming more accessible. By incorporating elements that are familar to gamers into Hoverdrome, Unioverse is creating a gateway for those curious about Web3 gaming. The exciting part? You can jump in now as Hoverdrome is already available in pre-alpha on Windows PC.

However Hoverdrome isn’t just about racing and collisions—it operates on a foundation of interoperable game NFTs. What does this mean? Essentially the NFTs you collect or purchase, in Hoverdrome aren’t restricted to one game. These NFTs can be utilized in games across the Unioverse platform, creating a gaming experience that seamlessly connects different titles.

Random Games, the development studio, behind Unioverse has made sure that the platform’s way of incorporating NFTs distinguishes it from competitors, providing gamers with an original and interconnected gaming world.

Tournament Time: Big Prizes, Bigger Competition

To mark the launch of Hoverdrome, Unioverse is hosting a tournament with a prize pool that includes $15,000 in USDC and 300,000 $UNIO tokens. Sponsored by Polygon, entry to this tournament is free. However, to participate, players must ensure their Windows PC meets the minimum system requirements before joining.

The Open Qualifiers will take place from August 26 to August 31 culminating in the finals on August 31. The entire event will be livestreamed with commentary by Tanner_Metro and Orbital_Casting courtesy of a collaboration with Community Gaming. Whether you’re participating or spectating it’s an event you don’t want to miss.

This tournament goes beyond determining the best player; it aligns with Unioverses strategy to foster and reward a dedicated player community. They aim of the tournament is to unite gamers and build a strong community.

Meet Tor Gret: The New NFT Hero

Hoverdrome isn’t the only major announcement from Unioverse. The platform has also recently unveiled its new NFT hero, Tor Gret, a space lawman known for his strength. Tor Gret isn’t just a character; it’s a sought after and valuable NFT within the Unioverse ecosystem. On August 6 Unioverse collaborated with Magic Eden to create 5,000 units of these hero’s and they’ve been selling rapidly ever since.

Having a Tor Gret NFT offers more than bragging rights. It provides access to Unioverse games, exclusive perks within the ecosystem and early admission to events. If you’re serious about immersing yourself in Unioverse, Tor Gret opens up opportunities.

Unioverse isn’t solely focused on developing games; they’re constructing a platform that empowers the community. Players can earn achievements and even design their own levels and bikes to truely leave their mark on the Unioverse. Hoverdrome is just the beginning of multiplayer games under the Unioverse umbrella.

By merging community driven content creation with blockchain technology, Unioverse is redefining how we play games. With Hoverdrome, Unioverse is well on it’s way to establishing a gaming universe like no other.

Editor’s note: This article was written with the assistance of AI. Edited and fact-checked by Owen Skelton.