Evolving NFT Market: Bandai Namco Debuts First AI-Based NFT Game
Award-winning video game creator, Bandai Namco, has unveiled an innovative footprint in the fast-paced world of Non-Fungible Tokens (NFTs): a unique AI-driven virtual pet game built on the gaming-centric Oasys blockchain.
Named RYU, these virtual pets are developed as NFTs, bringing a new, vibrant layer to the gaming experience. The inauguration of the game was celebrated with an airdrop of 10,000 digital NFT eggs, called MARYUs, to holders of the initial series of NFTs in the “Oasyx” project.
Every MARYU morphs into a RYU—a soulbound token. This token type is unique as it stays bonded to its original wallet and cannot be transferred or sold, offering an intriguing blend of gaming and digital assets.
Much like the classic Tamagotchi, RYU develops unique abilities and personality traits based on user interaction. RYU can learn and advance, thanks to the core integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI), offering an even more immersive virtual pet experience.
The entity of this venture doesn’t end here. Players can also create future generations of MARYUs, ensuring a continuously active and sustained game interaction. Upon ending the nurturing phase, these creatures will remain alive and interactive, signaling a continuous game experience.
This dynamic move by Bandai Namco and co-developer Attructure points towards a booming trend in the gaming industry. By incorporating blockchain technology and NFTs into well-loved classic gaming formats, they maximize user engagement, value creation, and excitement.
Further spotlighting the immense potential in the intertwining of blockchain technology and the gaming world, Bandai Namco is just one of the big names joining the space. Other industry-leading game creators, including Ubisoft and Sega, also have ventures in progress.
As we continue to explore the boundaries of what’s possible in the digital world, the introduction of NFTs into established gaming platforms indicates an exciting future direction for industry. The blending of the user-focused gaming industry with the unique, digital asset values of NFTs, holds immense potential for further exciting innovation and expansion. As the saga continues, we’re keeping our eyes peeled for the boundless possibilities this merging of worlds can inspire.
