Avalon Corp, a metaverse gaming platform, has attracted widespread attention recently, having completed two major rounds of financing, with a total amount of US$23 million. This not only reflects investors' confidence in Avalon, but also reflects its huge potential in the field of blockchain gaming.
In February 2023, Avalon Corp successfully obtained $13 million in financing, led by Bitkraft Ventures, Hashed, Delphi Digital and Mechanism Capital, with participation from Coinbase Ventures, Yield Guild Games, Merit Circle, Avocado Guild and Morningstar Ventures. In April 2024, crypto game studio Avalon completed another $10 million in financing, led by Bitkraft and Hashed, and other investors included Coinbase Ventures, Spartan Capital, LiquidX and Momentum6.
Avalon Corp is committed to using blockchain technology and advanced game engines to create a true "digital universe" platform. Although there are no shortage of bad actors in the blockchain and cryptocurrency fields, Avalon hopes to provide users with quality services through these emerging technologies and believes that blockchain is "a perfect choice to break the paradigm."
Avalon's successful financing not only lays a solid foundation for its future development, but also indicates that the application prospects of blockchain technology in the metaverse are becoming more and more broad. So, how did Avalon stand out among many competitors?
Understand the development of the Avalon Corp team and the general trend of future Web3 games
Avalon Corp is an independent game studio focused on online games and experiences, committed to changing the game development process through innovative ways. The company recently successfully raised $10 million, which will be used to develop their first game of the same name, "Avalon", a next-generation massively multiplayer online game designed to attract Web2 and Web3 gamers. Avalon's vision is to build a true "digital universe" platform through blockchain technology and advanced game engines.
Avalon proudly calls itself a "people-first" studio that emphasizes fun and teamwork in the game creation process. The company believes that proper planning is better than long hours, and believes that self-driven teams working remotely are more effective. Avalon's team members include senior leaders from well-known studios such as Microsoft, Sony, Capcom, Infinity Ward and Ubisoft, who have rich experience in conceiving, developing, publishing and maintaining AAA games of various genres.
Avalon's team is full of passion and accomplishments, with a shared vision to create something that makes the world a better place. "The Avalon universe combines cutting-edge technologies like Unreal Engine 5 with an AI-assisted user-generated content system to deliver an immersive gaming experience," said Sean Pinnock, the company's CEO. "We focus on no-code solutions that allow players to easily create game logic. In addition, our upcoming NFT series will introduce AI-driven avatar NFTs, which adds another layer of innovation."
Avalon’s uniqueness lies in its innovative technology and user experience. Through a modular kit system that enables a fast and nearly limitless construction method, and enhanced by Unreal Engine’s Nanite and Lumen, the company has developed several new and unique technologies that promise to revolutionize the way games are made and played. “Creating should feel like playing a game, and this philosophy permeates our development process,” Pinnock stressed.
Avalon's success lies not only in its technological innovation, but also in its deep understanding of the metaverse and Web3. Pinnock pointed out: "The blockchain is just a decentralized database, and players care about whether the application is enjoyable or solves a problem for them. We are committed to developing a fun game, and we firmly believe that digital ownership and decentralization will enhance the user experience if presented correctly."
Overall, Avalon is expected to stand out in the competitive gaming market through its innovative technology and focus on player experience. As game development continues, Avalon will continue to attract top talent from around the world to jointly create a digital universe full of infinite possibilities.
Whether the team's core game Avalon can become a hit depends on these details
Avalon is a massively multiplayer online role-playing game (MMORPG) developed based on Unreal Engine 5, combined with the advantages of blockchain technology. The game is set in a fantasy medieval kingdom, where players can use their characters to explore a world full of dangers and mysteries and compete for rare NFT rewards. Players have full ownership of all their in-game items in the game, ensuring that their investment and efforts in the game are fully protected.
Currently, Avalon is in the early access stage. The game is still under development and may undergo major changes in the future. Players can choose to participate in the game during the development period and experience the early version of the game, or wait for the game to be officially released to enjoy the full game experience. During the early access period, players may encounter unforeseen problems or new game elements.
Avalon is a game that supports blockchain and NFT technology, allowing players to trade with cryptocurrencies and pay and acquire digital assets through in-game purchases. All related transactions and activities are handled by the game publisher. Players should understand the relevant knowledge before participating in the game so as to better control the risks of digital assets.
Avalon is set in a medieval fantasy kingdom inspired by the legend of King Arthur and the alternative history of the Knights Templar. As players explore the game world, they will pursue the secrets of the Knights Templar and win cryptocurrency and rare NFT rewards through adventures and battles. The game offers a variety of gameplay, including active earn-while-playing and passive self-earning economic models, where players can acquire resources through purchase, rental or cooperation, and build and manage real estate in the game.
Avalon: The Game is currently in development and will be released in phases. The first closed alpha test was launched in January 2023, and the public beta test is planned for October 2023. These testing phases have attracted more than 500 veteran MMO players to participate and promote the development of the game. The game is transitioning from Unreal Engine 4 to Unreal Engine 5, and the development team will periodically open the game to the public during development to share the project's progress.
Avalon's current stage of development offers a variety of gameplay options, including:
1. PVE exploration on the Genesis map;
2. PVP arena battle;
3. Three types of multiplayer raids (currently limited to six-player teams);
4. Ride a dragon for aerial PVP combat;
5. First-person and third-person perspective gameplay;
6. Various ground mounts and portal systems;
7. Gathering, hunting, fishing, cooking, baking and repair systems;
8. Extensive world economy including mills, taverns, stables and blacksmith shops.
The world of Avalon consists of twelve kingdoms, each with its own online server network. Each kingdom in the game will include a main castle, twenty villages, ten towns, seven ports, surrounding seas, and endless dungeons. Players can freely travel between kingdoms after reaching level 20 or owning a house, service building, or portal in a kingdom.
The game also plans to introduce more themes in future versions and allow players to create their own themes. Avalon will achieve real-time interaction between characters and players through cooperation with artificial intelligence pioneers Didimo and Inworld AI, bringing players a unique gaming experience. As the game is further developed, Avalon will continue to attract top talents from around the world to jointly create a digital universe full of infinite possibilities.
How to participate in the Avalon game airdrop? What is the game development progress? What will be the future trend?
Avalon, an innovative MMORPG game that combines blockchain technology and Unreal Engine 5, is gradually entering the market. Its unique game mechanism and highly immersive experience make it unique in the field of blockchain games. Recently, Avalon and several ecological projects jointly launched the First Mining Festival, providing users with token airdrop rewards worth more than 24.35 million US dollars. This event will last from May 27 to June 10, aiming to attract more players to participate in the game and on-chain interaction, and increase the user activity of the platform.
During the First Mining Festival, users can obtain airdrop qualifications for corresponding projects and have the opportunity to win generous token rewards by completing various on-chain interactive tasks, such as adding liquidity, creating transactions, and depositing and borrowing assets. In addition, users can also obtain platform points by participating in social tasks, which may be related to token airdrops in the future.
Currently, there is no complete game version available on Avalon Corp, but users can participate in social tasks and earn platform points by following the steps below:
1. Log in to the website: Enter the Avalon interactive website, click "CONNECT X", and log in by binding your personal Twitter account.
2. Complete tasks: Complete social tasks as required, including following, liking, and retweeting relevant Twitter content, binding METAMASK wallets, STEAM, TWITCH, DISCORD and other accounts, and obtaining corresponding points.
3. Daily Spin: You can click “SPIN” every day to participate in the spin game and win more points (not yet open).
Avalon: The Game is currently in development and will be released in phases. The first closed alpha test was launched in January 2023, and the public beta test is planned for October 2023. These testing phases have attracted more than 500 veteran MMO players to participate in the development of the game. The game is transitioning from Unreal Engine 4 to Unreal Engine 5, and the development team will periodically open the game to the public during development to share the progress of the project.
Although the GameFi sector is not very popular at present, Avalon's high financing background and innovation make it a project worthy of attention. Avalon has completed two rounds of financing with a total amount of more than 23 million US dollars, laying a solid foundation for its further development and promotion. Avalon has demonstrated its great potential in the metaverse and blockchain gaming field through its unique game mechanism and highly immersive experience. With the advancement of development and market testing, Avalon is expected to occupy a place in the future game market and become a benchmark in the blockchain gaming field. We look forward to Avalon bringing more innovations and surprises to players and leading the future development of blockchain games.
