Intro

Otherside is a large-scale metaverse MMO developed by Yuga Labs in collaboration with Improbable, designed to host thousands of players in a shared, persistent virtual world. It merges exploration, creativity, and social gameplay with a deep player-driven economy, allowing users to own, build, and trade within the ecosystem. Set in an expansive floating island archipelago, the game features real-time mass multiplayer events.

Story

The world of Otherside is a mysterious interdimensional realm connected by an ancient Obelisk, whose purpose is slowly unfolding through the Voyager’s Journey—a multi-phase narrative event. At the heart of this world are the Kodas, enigmatic creatures tied to the land’s origins. The ecosystem is divided into distinct biomes, from the BAYC Swamp to the Nexus, each holding hidden secrets, artifacts, and powerful resources. As Voyagers explore, they uncover lore, forge alliances, and shape the evolving history of the Otherside universe.

Gameplay

Otherside blends massively multiplayer interactions with sandbox-style creation and large-scale events. Players traverse floating islands, engage in dynamic encounters, and participate in structured and emergent gameplay. Otherside’s key activities include:

• Massive Social Experiences – Powered by Improbable’s M² technology, the game hosts thousands of concurrent players in shared environments, allowing for real-time large-scale events and interactions.
• Story-Driven Exploration – Players embark on the Voyager’s Journey, an 11-part episodic adventure that unravels the world’s secrets while introducing new mechanics and gameplay elements.
• User-Created Worlds & Content – The Otherside Development Kit (ODK) will allow players to create custom avatars, environments, and experiences, supporting deep player-driven creativity.
• Action-Based Combat & Mini-Games – Specific regions of Otherside host unique gameplay modes, including shooters, social hubs, and interactive world-building.

Notable Projects Within Otherside

• Meetropolis (Metropolis) – A voxel-styled urban district built for Meebit avatars, integrating city exploration with voxel-based environments. Meebits can navigate, interact, and eventually own spaces within this district.
• Battle for the Clubhouse – A team-based shooter set in the BAYC Swamp, where players capture and defend the Clubhouse in large-scale skirmishes. This mode serves as a stress test for Otherside’s combat mechanics.
• Project Dragon – The overarching PvP/FPS module of Otherside, featuring massive-scale battles with point control mechanics. This project also set a world record for most players in an online FPS.
• The Swamp – The original BAYC homeland in Otherside, used for major social events and PvP challenges. It remains central to land ownership and resource collection.
• Nexus – A hub world linking different Otherside regions, featuring mystical Koda architecture and interdimensional portals. Expected to serve as the main gathering and launch point for Voyagers.
• Legends of the Mara – A 2D strategy game where players use Otherdeeds to hatch and evolve Mara creatures while managing resources and defending against The Shattered. It features idle mechanics and collectible elements, expanding the Otherside ecosystem.

Economy Highlights

• Dynamic Land NFTs – Otherdeeds evolve based on player actions, holding resources, artifacts, and Koda creatures that can be traded.
• Player-Driven Marketplace – Harvested resources, crafted tools, and collectibles power the in-game economy.
• ApeCoin Integration – ApeCoin (APE) is used for transactions, governance, and in-game utilities.
• Participation in certain Otherside experiences requires ownership of specific NFTs. Eligible collections currently include assets like Voyagers, Otherdeeds, and select partner NFTs. Requirements may vary by project and could expand in the future.

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