NFL tackles Web3 mobile gaming with NFL Rivals launch
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The NFL, the NFL Players Association and Mythical Games have teamed up to officially launch NFL Rivals — the first NFL-licensed game to incorporate Web3 technology.
NFL Rivals lets fans step into the role of general manager as they build (and own) their dream team. Players will face off in arcade-style gameplay as they climb through the ranks. Of course, new seasons and events will keep the action feeling fresh.
In addition to competing against others, players can join a squad and team up with other GMs. These squads will allow players to also represent their favorite NFL franchise.
As players grind their way to the top of the ladder, they will unlock and upgrade NFL players and other digital collectibles. Mythical Games previously told GamesBeat that while Web3 technology is incorporated into the game, its “gamers first” approach allows players to enjoy NFL Rivals without diving into the intricacies of blockchain technology.
Players can trade and sell these digital collectibles on Mythical’s Marketplace. This blockchain marketplace will be available in-game on mobile devices, reducing friction for users. The Marketplace will list items in Rivals credits. In turn, players can purchase this currency players through IAP. This extra step was likely critical to work within both App Store and Google Play Store policies.
Listed items will be available at fixed prices for now, but Mythical plans to add a bidding system.
On April 26, Mythical Games soft launched NFL Rivals. In these four months,
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