Off the Grid, a cutting-edge battle royale game developed by Gunzilla Games, has recently launched in early access on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via the Epic Games Store. Powered by the Avalanche blockchain, Off the Grid has quickly gained popularity and climbed the ranks of free-to-play games. The game’s standout feature is its Extraction Royale mode, which adds a new strategic element to the battle royale genre.
Off the Grid is a third-person battle royale game set in a futuristic world. Players form teams of three and compete on a large city map, with the objective of being the last team standing. What sets Off the Grid apart from other battle royale games is its Extraction Royale mode. In addition to fighting for survival, players must locate and extract loot boxes scattered across the map. These loot boxes contain items that can enhance player abilities or provide cosmetic upgrades to characters. This unique extraction mechanic adds a layer of strategy to the gameplay, offering a fresh twist to the traditional battle royale format.
Off the Grid runs on GUNZ, a subnet built on the Avalanche blockchain by Gunzilla Games. Although the current early access version does not have live crypto features, the developers have plans to integrate tokenized assets. These assets, including the upcoming GUN token, will enable item trading, mission rewards, and the creation of in-game items as NFTs. The GUN token, which is still in the testing phase, will serve as the game’s main currency. Once the network moves to the mainnet, players will have the option to trade or sell in-game items within the Off the Grid ecosystem or on external marketplaces.
In its early access form, Off the Grid features the Extraction Royale mode on a single map, providing players with a taste of what to expect in the full release. Players must outlast opponents while collecting valuable loot and strategically extracting it from specific points on the map. Successfully extracted items unlock new weapons, skills, and cosmetic upgrades that can affect gameplay. The game is available for free download on the Epic Games Store, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S, ensuring easy access for all players.
Since its early access launch, Off the Grid has seen a surge in blockchain-related activity. Gunzilla Games reported that millions of wallets were created on the GUNZ testnet, allowing players to interact with blockchain technology through in-game assets. These wallets currently serve as placeholders, allowing players to explore assets on the testnet and familiarize themselves with blockchain elements. However, the GUN token and NFT minting features are not yet live. Once the mainnet launches, players will have access to full blockchain functionality, enabling secure and tradeable NFT items within the game.
Gunzilla Games, co-founded by renowned director Neill Blomkamp, known for films like District 9 and Chappie, brings a cinematic feel to Off the Grid. The game features a storyline that spans approximately 60 hours, immersing players in a fictional reality-show setting. This rich narrative enhances the battle royale experience, and unique cinematic sequences play between matches, further enhancing immersion.
While Off the Grid currently offers limited content with its single mode, Gunzilla Games has plans to expand upon the full release with additional modes and features. Future updates will include blockchain integrations, such as in-game minting and trading of NFTs, and the use of the GUN token for transactions and rewards. The game has already amassed a large player base during its early access phase, and popular streamers like Tyler “Ninja” Blevins and Seth “Scump” Abner have been involved to increase awareness among gaming audiences.
With millions of transactions already recorded on the GUNZ testnet, Off the Grid has achieved significant success and shows promising potential for the future.