Medieval Empires Joins Epic Games Store for Extended Web3 Presence
In a groundbreaking move, the historical real-time strategy game Medieval Empires has officially launched on the Epic Games Store. This Web3-enabled game, developed to appeal to both traditional gamers and Web3 enthusiasts, offers a unique blend of empire-building, strategic gameplay, and optional blockchain features.
Core Features
Players are immersed in the medieval world, constructing and expanding empires with historical depth. The game features various factions, including the recently added Crusader faction, and the English Crusaders led by Edward Longshanks in the initial gameplay challenges.
Regular engagement is encouraged through competitive weekly leaderboard events and seasonal loyalty reward programs. The strategy and gameplay are designed to provide historical immersion, whether players choose to engage with blockchain elements or not.
Blockchain Integration
Medieval Empires adopts a "play and own" model, where blockchain elements like NFTs and the native $MEE token are optional. Players opting in can acquire virtual land, upgrade characters, stake $MEE tokens for rewards, and unlock exclusive items. The game's economy is fueled by Immutable zkEVM and Polygon blockchain networks.
The Immutable Passport system simplifies account creation by allowing players to log in with their existing social media credentials, making it easier for those unfamiliar with blockchain wallets. The $MEE token has seen significant market interest, with a 240% price increase just before the Epic Games launch.
Future Plans
The development team is currently focusing on finalizing a mobile version to extend accessibility across platforms. Expansion of the game world and the introduction of additional content and new factions are planned to enrich gameplay.
With its launch on a major platform like the Epic Games Store, Medieval Empires is poised to introduce Web3 gaming to a broader audience without mandating blockchain involvement. The game is available for both Windows and macOS users through the Epic Games Store.
Engin Altan Düzyatan, a Turkish actor, portrays Ertugrul Gazi, a historical figure who led the Kayi Turkic Tribe, in the game, lending a cinematic dimension. Future expansions will introduce other factions such as the Mongols and Byzantines.
Medieval Empires, set during the late 1200s, offers players the opportunity to assume the role of empire builders, constructing towns, training military units, and defending territories against various opposing forces. The game caters to both conventional gamers and Web3 enthusiasts by integrating optional blockchain elements.
Players can purchase virtual land, upgrade characters, and stake tokens to receive rewards in Medieval Empires. The recent addition of the Crusader faction has added further depth to the gameplay. The game is now positioned to introduce a broader audience to Web3 gaming.
- Players can also engage with various gadgets, such as smartphones, as the game, Medieval Empires, will soon be available on a mobile version, extending accessibility across platforms.
- As Medieval Empires expands its world and introduces new factions like the Mongols and Byzantines, gamers can explore and compete using their smartphones, making Web3 gaming more accessible to a broader audience.
