MONTREAL (May 25, 2023) — AlwaysGeeky Games, an indie game development company specializing in Web3 gaming experiences, is excited to announce its collaboration with #Binance, the world's largest cryptocurrency exchange, for the Binance Academy Learn & Earn program.

The Binance Academy Learn & Earn program was launched in 2022 in response to the growing demand for blockchain education and awareness. The initiative provides a platform for users to engage in educational courses and quizzes related to blockchain technology. Through this program, participants can expand their knowledge while also earning crypto rewards.

This collaboration with AlwaysGeeky Games will allow users to earn free #VOXEL tokens, the native currency for Voxie Tactics — the high-flying free-to-play tactics-based RPG game.

"We are excited to partner with Binance for the Binance Academy Learn & Earn program," said Steven Ball, CEO of AlwaysGeeky Games. "At AlwaysGeeky Games, we believe in the power of blockchain technology to revolutionize the gaming industry. This partnership allows us to further support the blockchain community by providing an avenue for users to expand their understanding while being rewarded with VOXEL tokens, our in-game currency.”

The VOXEL tokens earned through the Binance Academy Learn & Earn program can be used within Voxie Tactics to purchase various in-game items and enhance gameplay experiences, as well as sold in marketplaces. Voxie Tactics has gained a loyal following due to its immersive gameplay, appeal to NFT and crypto investors, and a vibrant community of passionate gamers.

AlwaysGeeky Games remains committed to creating immersive and innovative gaming experiences while blazing trails using the transformative potential of blockchain technology.

To participate in the "Binance Learn & Earn" program and earn VOXEL tokens, users can visit the Binance “Learn & Earn” homepage to find the VOXEL course and quiz.

About AlwaysGeeky Games

AlwaysGeeky Games was founded with a clear vision for the future of gaming: one in which the transformative potential of player ownership and player economics is poised to revolutionize the industry. Its team, with over 15+ years of experience in game development at renowned studios such as EA Games and Ubisoft, brings a wealth of expertise and professionalism to the emerging field of blockchain gaming. By decentralizing player economics and leveraging blockchain technology, AlwaysGeeky Games empower players with full control over their digital assets. From its Voxies NFT project and $VOXEL token to its flagship game, Voxie Tactics, AlwaysGeeky Games’ innovative approach offers unprecedented opportunities for players to engage with their favorite game worlds, transcending the limitations of centralized ownership. The studio is dedicated to creating games that stand out from the rest, providing real value and immersive gaming experiences.

About Binance Academy

Binance Academy is a leading blockchain and cryptocurrency education platform featuring over 1,000 articles and glossary entries plus courses on blockchain, cryptocurrency, Web3 and more. Launched in 2018, it serves millions of learners across the world in more than 30 languages. All content on Binance Academy is completely free. With no advertisements, no requirement for payment or registration, everyone can learn at their own pace and even earn free crypto through learning by taking part in the Learn and Earn program. Other educational initiatives of Binance Academy include the University Outreach Program, Student Ambassador Program, partnerships with top online learning platforms, professional associations, industry alliances, and others.

Ever wanted to play a Fast-Paced FREE TO PLAY, tactics RPG game where you can complete quests, defeat your enemies, and battle in PVP arenas whilst earning our cryptocurrency $VOXEL and in-game items that you TRULY own?  

Then Voxie Tactics is the game for you! Voxie Tactics is a retro-styled RPG that is heavily inspired by the classic tactics games of the 90s and 2000s, but with some modern twists sprinkled in to make the game feel both nostalgic and modern at the same time. 

Voxie Tactics has gameplay for everyone with it’s Exploration and Arena game modes! Do you want to venture out into diverse lands, discover ruins of fallen kingdoms, battle monsters and learn the rich lore behind the VoxieVerse? In exploration mode, you will embark on an epic story-driven adventure to freely explore the VoxieVerse and encounter many unique experiences as you uncover the backstory of the game and explore its vibrant world. There are many hidden surprises to uncover as you complete quest lines with multiple ways you can approach different problems that you will undoubtedly encounter in the world. 

In Exploration mode, Players will be taking part in battles against computer-controlled monsters and villains to earn $VOXEL Tokens and wondrous NFT equipment rewards that can be used to enhance their gameplay.

If exploration is not your jam then enter into the PVP Arenas where you take up arms against other players in competitive multiplayer matches.  The Voxie Tactics PVP Arenas will consist of 2 PVP modes, called The Draft Mode Arena and The Extreme Arena.  

Each mode will have its own benefits and prize structure, allowing players to compete against their friends and other competitors from around the world to see who is the fiercest Voxie Tactics player of them all, while winning amazing rewards along the way. Are you ready to take on the challenge?  

Download Now and play for free!

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Voxie Tactics is proud to release a new feature in the VoxieVerse! With the launch of Renting, holders and players now come together, enhancing the gameplay experience and allowing holders to gain passive revenue from their owned NFT items!

Want to learn more?

Read on to learn all the exciting new details!

What is Renting?

Renting represents a leap forward in on-chain asset control, distribution, and gameplay for web3. It allows players to try out new items or new Voxie characters to uncover the best strategies for their playstyle with more flexibility and at a much lower cost than purchasing.

It’s very similar to renting an item IRL! Owners and players can now rent an existing Voxie NFT for a fee!

Why Launch Renting Now?

We’ve had lots of exciting things happening lately, including the Voxies NFTs transition to Polygon and the introduction to the Arcanist’s Forge where players can upgrade items.

Launching Renting is another key step!

We’re building this all together as we aspire to give our players the best opportunity to have enjoyable and unique experiences for outstanding gameplay.

How Does Renting Work?

For the rentee, renting gives the ability to experiment by trying out a much larger variety of classes, races, pets, weapons, and armors to find the best strategy for their play style. Want to try out a Godly Dread Knight Voxie with all Ash Armor Legendary gear for a week? This is now possible with the ability to rent those assets from other players.

For the renter, wouldn’t it be great if you could earn a little bit of extra VOXEL while you were on vacation or working? What if you just got a great new sword after a battle victory but you couldn’t use it with your existing party? Previously those items would go unused until you were ready to play with them or sell them. However, now it is possible to rent your unused assets so other players can enjoy them when you don’t want to and generate value from the assets you have earned.

Renting enables players to generate value from their unused NFTs without selling them. Because AlwaysGeekyGames wants to provide the utmost in value and security to our community, the feature also creates a safe and structured environment for players and owners to rent Voxies NFTs and Voxie Tactics items.

5 Criteria Owners Can Set Before Renting

We have provided 5 criteria for renters to select from before initiating the rental process.

Plan the duration of the Rental agreement (up to 30 days)

Set a flat VOXEL rental fee.

Set a % of VOXEL game rewards to be received by owner and player (up to a max of 100% combined for all rentals).

Decide who receives the NFT rewards during the rental — the owner or the player.

(Optional) Reserve to a specific wallet address

Seasonal VOXEL rewards are not included

How Does the Rewards Distribution Work?

Just like buying and selling on the Voxies Marketplace, players will continue to benefit from the low royalty fee of only 4% when it comes to Renting! This means that owners and players will receive 96% of the VOXEL that is set in the rental agreement.

For example, if an owner sets a flat rental fee of 100 VOXEL, opts to receive 50% of the rewards and decides to not receive NFT rewards from the player, the breakdown will be as follows:

Flat VOXEL Rental Fee

Player pays 100 VOXEL

Owner receives 96 VOXEL

AlwaysGeeky Games receives 4 VOXEL

% of VOXEL Game Rewards (if player earns 100 VOXEL during the course of the rental)

Player receives 48 VOXEL

Owner receives 48 VOXEL

AlwaysGeeky Games receives 4 VOXEL

NFT Rewards

Player receives all NFT rewards

Owner does not receive NFT rewards

AlwaysGeeky Games never receives NFT rewards

How does it looks on the Marketplace?

If you are familiar with buying and selling on the Voxie Marketplace, you will feel right at home! The owner will now have the ability to select "Rent" as the bundle type. From there, the form will now ask for all of the details of the rental agreement. Here is what it looks like from the owner's account page:

Once the rental has been listed on the Voxie Marketplace, fellow players will be able to browse your listing and see what the rental agreement looks like (% rewards, fee, etc). From there, they can either rent the NFT(s) or make an offer. Here's what the listing page looks like:

In Closing…

AlwaysGeeky Games continues to look at launching new features that can expand play in the Voxie Tactics community while offering new ways to utilize NFT items. Renting promises to be another exciting new feature that will do just that!

We are proud to announce the launch of Renting on Friday October 14th, 2022! Get your wallet ready and check out the Voxies Markeplace and start Renting!

Frequently Asked Questions

What if I want to rent my NFT to a friend?

Good news! You will have the ability to reserve and NFT for rent to a specific wallet address. Other players will also have the ability to make offers should you change your mind and decide to rent to somebody else.

If I rent a Voxie, can I play in the Extreme Arena?

Absolutely! To play in the extreme arena you either need to have an Extreme Pass or at least 1 Voxies NFT in your Party Roster which includes both rented and owned Voxies NFTs.

To note: Extreme passes are also available to Voxie Owners or Borrowers. They include some great perks that will help you rise to the top of the leaderboard including potions and an exclusive Goat pet! You can learn more about the Extreme Passes in our Season 0 article

How are seasonal rewards shared between owners and players?

When renting NFTs, 100% of the seasonal rewards remain with the player. For larger teams (ie guilds) we are working on a new feature that will allow sharing of the seasonal rewards between members & also simplify asset management. We will announce additional details at a later date.

What happens if the % of VOXEL Game Rewards goes over 100%?

As a player, you cannot agree to rentals if the share % of your rental goes over 100%. This means that you would not be able to rent NFTs if the owner is asking for more than you can agree to. The good news is that you have the ability to make an offer to the Owner for a lower % in the hopes that the owner will accept or even sweeten the deal by including a flat VOXEL fee in your offer.

How does the NFT distribution work between the owner and the borrower?

The person receiving the NFT is defined in the rental agreement. This is set by the Owner when they list a Voxie or Voxie Tactics item for rent. From the rental details page, you will clearly see who will receive the NFT reward.

As the player, can I agree to multiple rental agreement where the NFT rewards go to the owners?

No, NFT rewards are "all or nothing"... This means that if you take on a rental where the NFT rewards go to the Owner, you will not be able to take on a second rental that also request the NFT rewards. Once your initial rental is expired (or cancelled by you), you will be able to get a rental where NFT rewards go to the owner.

What happens when the rental period is over?

Immediately after the rental period is over, the player loses access to the NFT(s) that were rented. From that point, the owner will be able to claim their NFT from the Voxies Marketplace.

As a player, are my rewards still subject to the rental agreement if I’m not using the rented assets in game?

Yes! To ensure that the rental agreement is fair for both parties, the reward sharing will apply regardless if you use the rented NFTs or not.

To note: The Voxies NFT bonus increase only applies if the Voxie is brought to the battlefield.

Can I cancel a rental agreement?

For the player: Absolutely! Players can cancel the rental agreement at any point. This will immediately cancel the Reward sharing but any flat VOXEL rental fee will be forfeited.

For the owner: Yes but only if the flat VOXEL rental fee was set to 0 VOXEL. If the player had to pay a flat VOXEL rental fee, the rental agreement can only be canceled by the player (see above)

How is AlwaysGeeky Games keeping my NFTs safe during the rental period?

During the rental period, your NFTs will be help in a smart contract. This means that the player renting your NFTs will not have direct access to your NFT. You, as the owner, will be the only person that can claim the NFTs once the rental period is over or canceled.