DARKTIMES, a free-to-play medieval brawler royale inspired by Nordic themes, has chosen Sui as its preferred blockchain platform through a partnership with Mysten Labs, which is the original contributor to this advanced Layer 1 and smart contract platform. Developed discreetly by Blowfish Studios, the flagship game studio of Animoca Brands, DARKTIMES aims to create a socially-engaging gaming ecosystem with a “gamers-first” approach.
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This casual, fast-paced multiplayer PvP game incorporates skill trees and progression mechanics, offering a unique RPG experience that diverges from typical hyper-casual Battle Royale games. Set against a backdrop of brutality and blood magic, DARKTIMES combines dark fantasy elements with British pub humor and Tarantino-esque violence. By launching on Sui, the game simplifies blockchain interactions to enhance user onboarding and create a smooth gaming environment. The initial playtest is highly anticipated at Korea Blockchain Week, followed by an alpha version release for select users later this year.
“Development for DARKTIMES began in stealth mode in late 2021, and we’re thrilled to finally reveal it to the public, starting at Korea Blockchain Week," said Lucien Dorman, founder and CEO of DARKTIMES. “DARKTIMES has always aimed to deliver a gaming experience that feels indistinguishable from conventional gaming ecosystems. We chose to build on Sui to minimize friction and complexity for players unfamiliar with crypto, making web3 gaming more accessible and enjoyable for all.”
Adeniyi Abiodun, Chief Product Officer and Co-founder of Mysten Labs, remarked, “We’re excited to welcome DARKTIMES to the Sui community and support them during this initial phase and through the game’s launch. The Sui tech stack is the ideal solution for game developers seeking to enter the web3 gaming space without additional entry barriers such as wallet creation or gas fees.”
DARKTIMES will kick off its interactive “play-to-play” campaign, Rune Run, on August 30, partnering with major web3 gaming and crypto communities including Mocaverse, GAM3S.GG, MON Protocol, and W3GG. Players can compete to win Genesis DARKTIMES NFTs, which will grant early access to the game upon its official launch in late 2024. These NFTs will also allow entry into advanced levels with larger prize pools and other game-related rewards.
For more details about DARKTIMES, visit: https://playdarktimes.com/
About Sui
Sui is a pioneering Layer 1 blockchain and smart contract platform designed to make digital asset ownership fast, private, secure, and accessible. Utilizing an object-centric model based on the Move programming language, it provides parallel execution and sub-second finality, supporting a wide array of applications at impressive speed and low costs. Sui represents a significant leap forward in blockchain technology and provides a platform for creators and developers to build user-friendly experiences. Learn more at: https://sui.io
About Mysten Labs
Mysten Labs is composed of experts in distributed systems, programming languages, and cryptography, with founders who previously held senior executive and lead architect roles in landmark blockchain projects. Mysten Labs aims to develop foundational infrastructure for web3. For more information, visit: https://mystenlabs.com
About DARKTIMES
DARKTIMES is created in partnership with Blowfish Studios, the flagship game studio of Animoca Brands. This innovative, free-to-play web3 multiplayer Brawler Royale features an intricate physics-based combat system. Set in a Nordic-inspired medieval world, the immersive game blends dark fantasy with humor and strong social elements. DARKTIMES strives to offer a seamless onboarding experience for traditional gamers by minimizing technological distractions and letting players focus on enjoyment. For more details and pre-registration, visit: https://playdarktimes.com.
