Ultra and Versus-X Join Forces for Exclusive Beta Access and Further Tech Integration

Ultra Team
Ultra
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5 min readJul 17, 2024

Versus-X will be opening its closed beta exclusively on Ultra while integrating further with Ultra’s blockchain technology.

We’re excited to announce that Versus X will be launching their new closed beta on July 24th at 12 pm UTC on Ultra! Together with the Versus-X team, we’re bringing their new highly anticipated sports game ecosystem to the Ultra community. Alongside exclusive closed beta access, Versus-X has integrated with Ultra’s technology to enhance the gaming experience for both the Ultra and Versus-X communities.

Versus-X: A Web3 Sports Game Ecosystem

Versus-X is a Web3 gaming ecosystem featuring high-quality sports games, skill-based wagering, and customizable on-chain NFT avatars. Their innovative approach includes a unique wagering system and fully customizable NFT avatars, enhancing both competition and personalization within their sports game experience.

All Versus-X games offer a variety of player-versus-environment arcade game modes, with each mode providing unique challenges and opportunities for adventure. For those seeking a competitive edge, all game modes offer a player-versus-player option.

The closed beta for Versus-X will include pool and golf game modes.

Integrating with Ultra’s blockchain technology

Versus-X will be integrating with various facets of Ultra’s blockchain technology to help enhance the gaming experience for those engaging with the Versus-X ecosystem. Versus-X has integrated with Ultra’s NFT API, our SSO (single sign-on) solution, gated access, and redeem code features.

Key integrations include:

Integration of Ultra’s NFT API

Versus-X will be leveraging Ultra’s NFT API to provide gated access to their closed beta. Gated access to the closed beta will be provided to holders of the Access Pass, a Uniq that will be available for free mint on the Uniq Marketplace. Access Pass Uniqs will also be redeemed by pre-qualified players.

Ultra Wearables

There will be two Uniq drops involving Ultra-branded wearables within the Versus-X ecosystem:

The first will be the Versus-X Originals drop, including Ultra-branded wearable items. This drop will include hoodies, pants, sneakers, and helmets. These items can be minted for free on the Uniq Marketplace with a limited supply. These cosmetics will enhance a player’s identity within the Versus-X game and players can rep the Ultra brand in-game.

The second will introduce a Versus-X Variations drop, offering players a limited variant selection of Ultra-branded wearables. Each wearable variant will be ranked by rarity: Common, Uncommon, Rare, Epic, and Legendary. Common variants will be the most affordable and widely available, whereas Legendary variants will be the most expensive and scarce.

Sneak peek of a player repping the Ultra brand in-game!

VIP Ultra Room in Versus-X

Versus-X is creating a VIP room within their metaverse, accessible only to users holding the Ultra wearables. This initiative aims to create a unique space for Ultra community members, enriching their experience within the Versus-X ecosystem.

Within the VIP Ultra Room, Ultra wearable owners can expect AMAs, streaming events, possible launch events, and more.

Closed Beta Launch & Mint Date

The closed beta for Versus-X will go live on July 24th at 12 pm UTC for those who hold an Access Pass Uniq. Below are the following mint dates for the Access Passes, as well as the Ultra-branded wearable Uniqs:

  • The free mint for the Access Pass Uniq will happen on the 22nd of July at 12 pm UTC. There will be 510 Access Passes up for grabs on the Uniq Marketplace.
  • The free mint for the Versus-X Originals drop will happen on the 22nd of July at 12 pm UTC.
  • The mint for the Versus-X Variations drop will happen on the 24th of July at 12 pm UTC.

Players who have pre-qualified for an Access Pass will have their redeem codes sent to them via email on July 22nd at 12 pm UTC.

“At Versus-X, we’re excited to partner up with Ultra, as it will allow us to introduce our first-of-its-kind skill-based wagering ecosystem to the fantastic Ultra.io community. This will be a great opportunity for both projects to learn from each other, improve, and grow together. We can’t wait to hook you guys up with some Limited Edition Ultra NFT wearables.

We’re eager to hear your feedback on our Pool and Golf games and see how you guys like wagering on your own gaming skills!”

Dean Baker, CEO of Versus-X

Optimizing the web3 gaming experience

With this collaboration, we look to showcase the potential of Ultra’s blockchain technology and how our API solutions can create a seamless, and never-seen-before experience for gamers.

Web3 gaming is currently experiencing numerous challenges and barriers when it comes to adoption and overall user experience. With our solutions, we aim to tackle these challenges and provide a seamless experience for gamers far and wide.

“We’re thrilled to partner with Versus-X to provide a platform for their new closed beta launch. Alongside this exciting launch, we look forward to integrating our tech solutions into Versus-X, creating seamless and engaging experiences for all players.

Our goal remains to continually enhance the user experience within web3 gaming, and we can’t wait to see how these integrations will elevate the experience for those diving into the Versus-X ecosystem.”

Nicolas Gilot, CEO of Ultra

About Ultra

Ultra is the first entertainment platform providing all key games industry services under a single roof, easily accessible through a single login.

Built around our PC games distribution store, Ultra provides access to countless centralized and decentralized services: Discover, buy, play and sell your games and in-game items, watch live-streaming feeds, interact with your favorite influencers, participate in contests, compete in tournaments, and much more.

Ultra has been built to provide endless value for players, a fair playing ground for developers, and a whole new world of opportunities for the games industry.

For more information, visit ultra.io and onultra.io and follow along on Twitter, YouTube, Telegram, Instagram, and Discord.

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