Blockchain gaming platform, Immutable, has partnered with the AI gone-rogue Web3 game, Shutdown, to bring the game to the blockchain. Shutdown, developed by Garage Studios, is an action-packed shooter game set in a dystopian universe where AI has turned rogue. Players engage in fast-paced battles against virtual opponents as they fight for survival in the remnants of the universe.
Immutable is a leading platform in Web3 gaming, offering digital ownership and Play-to-earn gaming through the use of blockchain technology. The partnership with Shutdown is an opportunity for both companies to shape the future of Web3 gaming. Shutdown will launch on Immutable’s zkEVM platform, which combines zero knowledge roll-up technology with the power of the Ethereum ecosystem. This integration allows developers to easily build on the chain, while players can enjoy a seamless gaming experience.
Immutable’s suite of products, including Passport, Orderbook, and Checkout, are compatible with zkEVM, providing developers with the tools they need to build and publish games. Shutdown will utilize these products to enhance its gameplay, allowing players to assemble characters, armor, and weapons that can be bought, sold, and upgraded using Immutable’s scaling solutions. For example, players can enjoy a gas-free gaming experience by using Immutable’s Passport non-custodial wallet.
Shutdown, inspired by classic role-playing games like Diablo and Path of Exile, features dynamic storylines and challenging missions. Players can participate in cooperative gameplay and acquire powerful in-game assets to defeat rogue AI opponents. The game is developed by industry veterans from Ubisoft, Disney, Pixar, and Netease, with Houston Song serving as CEO and Adam McDonald as the Game Director.
The partnership between Shutdown and Immutable aims to bring the best of both companies to the blockchain. Immutable will provide NFT integration and scalability support as Shutdown continues to redefine the boundaries of Web3 gaming. Robbie Ferguson, President, and co-founder of Immutable, expressed excitement about the partnership, stating that Shutdown’s audience will experience the true potential of Web3 gaming on the zkEVM chain.
Shutdown is backed by prominent venture capitalists, including Infinity Ventures Crypto, Morningstar Ventures, and Dialectic. The game offers a unique and immersive gaming experience where players can earn crypto rewards while navigating a post-apocalyptic world. Immutable, on the other hand, is dedicated to making digital ownership accessible to all players and empowering game studios and developers to create successful blockchain games on Ethereum.
