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Exclusive: This Web3 Game Sold $1 Million in NFTs in Less Than a Minute
Wild Forest, a web3 real-time strategy game, has taken the gaming world by storm. In an exclusive interview, Artem Naseniuk, Lead Developer at Zillion Whales, shared his views on the game’s development, its unique features, and future plans.
A vision for innovation
Artem Naseniuk explained that Wild Forest started as a web2 game, inspired by the team’s passion for strategy games like “Warcraft 3.”
“Our team are big fans of strategy games and we’ve been building them since 2013,” Naseniuk said.
However, the team saw the potential for greater innovation in the web3 space, which prompted the transition.
Transitioning to Web3 and Ronin Network
The decision to move to blockchain was influenced by the stagnant Web2 gaming market.
“The rankings don’t change much, and it’s become more like marketing budgets are dominating the scene,” Naseniuk noted. Wild Forest chose the Ronin network RON/USD for its technical sophistication and supportive community.
“Ronin is beautifully made, technically sophisticated and probably one of the best from a technological standpoint,” Naseniuk said.
Additionally, the Ronin community stood out for its support and connectivity.
“They are very supportive and it is a pure pleasure to interact with them. We do a lot of community development with them,” he added.
The power of NFTs
Recently, Wild Forest launched a powerful NFT collection called Lords, which sold $1 million worth of NFTs in less than a minute.
“We didn’t expect the inventory to sell out in 25 seconds,” Naseniuk admitted.
The Lords NFT collection provides early adopters with multiple benefits and is a vital part of the game’s community and history. The community response has been overwhelming, leading to an additional $1 million in secondary market transactions in a few days.
“The community is super active and we always occupy the top spots in the market,” Naseniuk said.
Community engagement
Building a strong community is a central part of Wild Forest’s strategy. Naseniuk emphasized the importance of creating a great user experience and involving the community in development.
“Most of our marketing is organic. We haven’t spent any money on marketing so far,” he said.
This organic growth is a testament to the quality of the game and the dedication of its community. The company focuses on creating beneficial and easy-to-use systems for content creators and gamers, ensuring a supportive and engaged community.
Future plans and token launch
Wild Forest’s economy is designed around a token, which will play a crucial role in the game’s ecosystem.
“Our token is the central element of the gameplay,” Naseniuk explained.
The game’s official launch on July 1 will introduce game units in the form of NFTs, with a token release planned for the future.
“Players have to invest in the game to get rewards, and the more they invest, the more rewards they get,” Naseniuk noted. This model aims to eliminate mining behavior by encouraging players to reinvest their time or money into the ecosystem, creating a balanced economy.
“We hope to build a sustainable model and become one of the first to succeed in this field,” he added.
Upcoming announcements
Naseniuk shared an exciting upcoming campaign: “We are launching a Plato drop season, which will last four weeks, offering two and a half percent of our total tokens.”
This campaign aims to onboard more players and further integrate the community into the gaming ecosystem. Additionally, players will have the opportunity to trade game units in the form of NFTs, allowing them to earn benefits and share the experience of a great game.
“We expect to see at least 100,000 participants this season,” Naseniuk said, highlighting the expected growth and engagement from the community.
Final remarks
Naseniuk concluded with a message to the community: “We have a lot of things that they will definitely enjoy and we would love to welcome all players.”
With a focus on innovation, community, and player ownership, Wild Forest is poised to redefine the Web3 gaming landscape.
Image courtesy of Wild Forest