Meet the first Metaverse game

While there are still no hard and fast rules as to what the Metaverse entails - some insist that virtual reality and augmented reality are defining features, but more colloquial usage leans toward virtual worlds that can be explored without VR - a Metaverse Standards Forum was recently established to oversee the evolving industry and guide its growth into an accessible form.

The gaming industry is the lion's share of Metaverse development, with old Web 2 standards such as Fortnite, Minecraft and Roblox still attracting around 50 million daily active users all together. Most games so far consist of simple multiplayer minigame experiences, many with the now trending focus on play-to- earn content when it comes to the newer Web 3 advancements in Metaverse gaming.

There are surprisingly few Web 3 Metaverse games with deep, immersive plots. Metaverse's virtual worlds lend themselves perfectly to the genre of MMORPG. 119 for short is a free-to- play 3D RPG with Web 3 Metaverse gameplay elements launching mobile devices this September. 119 is built on Solana, an eco-friendly network with virtually unnoticeable transaction fees.

119 is a science-fiction action RPG that takes place over 100 years from now, many decades after the world s governments collapse. It features an immersive plot with players embarking on a richly detailed saga to uncover their complex backstories while outmaneuvering opponents and surviving in a high-concept cityscape backdrop.

119 has the potential to change outcomes in a variety of ways, and can impact future character development in a variety of ways. There are no shortage of decisions to make, with multiple factions of hostile characters acting toward conflicting goals, and missions where allied players can take on bigger threats. The game promises to be absolutely action packed, with high-speed vehicle races and FPS combat galore. More strategic players will enjoy trading, planning and traveling around a massive urban environment.

As in other modern Web 3 games, it is possible to earn NFTs and tradable token. Muller says that the game is more along the lines of Play and Earn rather than Play to Earn, squarely placing the game s focus on the game experience rather than the end reward.

The game also brings in a number of community-centered Metaverse elements. Multiplayer tournaments will encourage a sense of online competitiveness, and players can relax and socialize in various autonomous spaces arranged around the cityscape game world. The latter has branded content, giving advertisers from a wide variety of industries the chance to interact with players without breaking narrative, in true cyberpunk Metaverse fashion.

This quarter there will be 119. The game will be available for download on the iOS and Android mobile app stores.

There is a gameplay footage on Youtube that people can check out to get a feel for what the game will be like, but keep in mind that this was pre-alpha quality posted four months ago. For a better idea of what the final game will look like, stay tuned for announcements on the ProtoReality Games Twitter, Telegram or Discord channels.