Illuvium, a game studio founded by three brothers from Sydney, Australia, is set to release three Web3 games on July 25. The studio has grown rapidly in just four years, now boasting a team of over 250 individuals with experience from top game companies like Ubisoft, Activision, and CD Project Red.
The three games, Illuvium: Overworld, Illuvium: Arena, and Illuvium: Zero, are designed to cater to a wide audience with different gameplay mechanics. The CEO of Illuvium, Kieran Warwick, mentioned that the original plan was to create one game, but ended up with three due to disagreements on genre among the brothers.
With talented individuals from companies like Blizzard Entertainment and Ubisoft, Illuvium aims to develop the fastest triple-A gaming universe in history while showcasing the potential of Web3 games. The studio has secured over $100 million in funding and has built a single universe where in-game progress and items carry over between Illuvium games.
One unique feature of Illuvium games is the complete ownership of in-game assets by players. Every item, Illuvial, or weapon crafted is securely owned by the player through the Immutable Passport wallet on the Ethereum blockchain. This ownership allows players to trade assets and participate in the decentralized governance of the Illuvium universe by staking ILV, the in-game currency.
Illuvium: Overworld offers players a thrilling experience of exploring an alien world, capturing creatures known as Illuvials, and uncovering mysteries while attempting to survive in a challenging environment. The game presents players with choices that impact the entire gameplay ecosystem, creating a dynamic and engaging experience.
Illuvium: Arena focuses on tactical battles using captured Illuvials, allowing players to compete in various game modes and tournaments. The deep combat system and customizable tactics provide a strategic challenge for players looking for competitive gameplay.
Illuvium: Zero, on the other hand, is a mobile city-building game where players manage resources and strategic growth to thrive in the Illuvium economy. The game integrates with the broader Illuvium universe, enhancing the player’s overall gaming experience.
Interoperability across all Illuvium games allows players to use their assets seamlessly, creating a unified gaming ecosystem. While the games are free to play, optional paid elements are available for players interested in investing in premium content as they delve deeper into the Illuvium universe.
Overall, Illuvium’s upcoming game releases promise an immersive and interconnected gaming experience for players of all levels, showcasing the potential of Web3 games in the gaming industry.
