The renowned PC shooter game ‘Splitgate’ is set to offer Bitcoin rewards to its players courtesy of a partnership with fintech firm ZBD.
Popular first-person shooter game ‘Splitgate’ will now let its gamers earn Bitcoin through its latest integration with ZBD’s Lightning Network. The game’s developer, 1047 Games, collaborated with ZBD to launch this integration.
This Bitcoin integration will feature in the PC version of the free-to-play game and will be showcased in the upcoming ‘Splitgate Winter Invitational’ tournament. The event boasts a 0.5 Bitcoin prize pool, approximately valued at $19,000.
The grand tournament will kick off in December, with the first round scheduled for December 10-11 and the finals on December 22. Players, who need to be at least 18 years old, have a ZBD account, and reside in either the United States or Brazil, are eligible to participate.
Speaking about the new development, CEO and co-founder of 1047 Games, Ian Proulx, said, “Splitgate continues to have a loyal and engaged player base… We’re always excited to hear innovative solutions to reward our players, such as what ZBD has done, and the tournament that they plan to hold.”
‘Splitgate’ has experienced a significant increase in its player base since its early access launch in 2019, with over 18 million downloads across various platforms. This move to integrate Bitcoin is not the game’s first venture into the blockchain universe, as it had earlier provided NFTs and token rewards for spectators.
This innovative integration of Bitcoin rewards represents a growing trend in the gaming industry towards the blockchain and cryptocurrency space. It not only offers potential financial gains for players but also enhances player engagement, creating a more rewarding gaming experience. The move by ‘Splitgate’ and ZBD could potentially pave the way for a new era in gaming where blockchain technology and cryptocurrencies become an integral part of the gaming ecosystem.