Intro

“Shrapnel,” developed by NEON, is an upcoming AAA first-person shooter that redefines the genre by integrating blockchain technology. The game emphasizes user-generated content, allowing players to create, own, and trade in-game assets as NFTs. Built on the Avalanche blockchain, “Shrapnel” promises a dynamic and immersive experience, with early access available for Windows and macOS via the Epic Games Store.

Story

Set in a dystopian future, “Shrapnel” unfolds after a catastrophic asteroid collision with the moon, creating the uninhabitable “Sacrifice Zone” on Earth. Nations, corporations like VELDACHA CORP., and the Mercenary Extraction Forces (MEFs) compete to uncover the Zone’s enigmatic secrets. Amidst the chaos, MEFs clash in high-stakes battles to dominate the Zone and reveal its mysteries, providing a rich backdrop for the game’s action and intrigue.

Gameplay

Players assume the role of Operators within the Mercenary Extraction Forces, venturing into the perilous Sacrifice Zone to gather resources and Compound Sigma. The game’s high-stakes nature challenges players to risk their gear—represented as NFTs—that can be permanently lost upon death. Success hinges on extracting loot at designated points for future use.

Operators can choose from three distinct classes—Assault, Survivalist, or Infosec—each featuring unique skill progression. For casual players or experimentation, the game offers a temporary Contract Operator. “Shrapnel” also promotes community-driven content through player-created tournaments, missions, and maps, which reward participants with SHRAP tokens. The result is a dynamic ecosystem that evolves with the creativity and contributions of its players.

Economy

The “Shrapnel” economy is deeply integrated with blockchain technology, encouraging participation through gameplay, content creation, and governance. Players can acquire, extract, and trade gear on the Shrapnel Marketplace using SHRAP tokens. Creators can design and monetize a variety of in-game items, with curators and landowners benefiting from the platform’s activities.

Governance is managed through DAO and sub-DAO votes, with SHRAP tokens—ERC-20 tokens on the Avalanche blockchain—enabling marketplace transactions and minting player-created content. Players are incentivized to promote and engage with user-generated content, creating a robust and collaborative community-driven experience.

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