Stepping it up with the Bloxverse
Why OpenBlox does more than Play and Earn — Get ready to move!
NOTE: The product roadmap may adjust slightly.
Dear Bloxers,
Are you wondering what the title is all about? We’re thrilled to share that we’ve decided to launch RunBlox in Q2.
Of course, you will remember that we’ve said multiple times that the first game we launch would be RougeBlox, so what triggered this sudden change?
A few things before we get into the details behind our decision: To address questions you might already have now.
* RunBlox development will NOT conflict with our Game progress.
*Our game team is still working very hard to develop RogueBlox and launch it. We will keep you all updated on the progress of our game development on our social media channels.
* RogueBlox is still on track to be launched according to the original timeline
Below you can have a first-hand look at our product design 👇
So, why are we launching RunBlox as the first product?
These are the three reasons that led to our decision:
1. Web 3- The unstoppable trend
We believe that 2022 is the year of web3; the greatness of web3 cannot be simply described in words. It continues making headlines, and professionals are quitting their web2 jobs to bring their expertise to the exciting world of web3.
Why should we limit OpenBlox to games when there is a vast array of potential uses in different web3 applications? It might not be a groundbreaking idea, but it’s the right decision for us at this time.
By launching RunBlox we will merge the real physical world with the virtual world of OpenBlox. This aligns with our vision of creating a sustainable ecosystem while benefitting the community.
We want to encourage people to have fun moving, and earning tokens while doing so. It’s a unique perk for our Genesis Holders, and those joining the Bloxverse. And we can’t wait to hear the first stories from our Runners!
2. Change of plans: moving from an Axie-like game to move and earn
Why does it take us so long to develop Rougeblox?
Initially, we planned to create a game similar to “Axie Infinity”. The game development even progressed to 80% completion. However, in the process, we were constantly questioned about the path forward. After a lot of discussion internally and with external parties, we decided to change our strategy and develop a Rogue-like game by learning from Slay the Spire.
During that same time period, the STEPN team advanced Axie’s gameplay and changed it from play to earn to move to earn, reaping a large user base. The success of STEPN got us to rethink an idea we had last year …
To cut a long story short, we are working to create a web3 application based on Move-and- Earn mode, as part of the #Bloxverse lifestyle. Most importantly, we want to provide our investors and early supporters with utility and returns, to thank them for their patience.
3. Why can we develop a successful RunBlox?
1. We have full experience working on games and DeFi similar to Axie Infinity;
2. Our team was involved in the early development of Runkeeper and has first-hand insights.
3. We have expanded our web application development team (to ensure that there is no conflict with the game development team)
The relationship between OpenBlox ecosystem and RunBlox
1. RunBlox uses a dual token model with $OBX and $RUX ($OBX will still be the platform token, breeding fee-sharing revenue, etc; $RUX is the in-game Token for RunBlox)
2. RunBlox will have a newly designed NFT
3. The new NFT will be airdropped to our current Genesis NFT holders. We will soon publish the rules for the upcoming airdrop. Stay tuned. 👀
In short, we have all the necessary skills and resources to develop RunBlox and will launch RunBlox V1 end of May.
This will be a lightning speed of development compared to RogueBlox development.
How will we achieve a smooth launch of RunBlox?
Roadmap （adjustable according to development)
April
* Confirm new NFT design
* Publishing RunBlox Whitepaper
* Tokenomics
May
* Confirm rules of NFT airdrop
* Start of the alpha test whitelist
* Start the alpha test (5 days period, the reward is valid during this period)
* RunBlox public official launch (Android, followed by Appstore)
May-June
Token Launch and NFT minting (combining two different sneakers to create a third one — without losing the initial two)
Before concluding this article, we want to emphasise that RunBlox is not an emotional product.
It is the right decision for the OpenBlox platform to merge web3 and gamefi, and $OBX will benefit from it.
We hope you’re as optimistic as we are about this change and the result of this decision.
We want to thank all Bloxers for their continuous support and look forward to hearing your thoughts.
Your OpenBlox Team.
