Illuvium Joins Blockchain Gaming Partnership With Esports Powerhouse Team Liquid + More News
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Blockchain-based gaming platform Illuvium joined a blockchain partnership with esports organization Team Liquid to explore and limit-test Illuvium’s new auto battler game Illuvium: Arena‘s competitive modes. The integration will see eight Team Liquid streamers – specializing in Teamfight Tactics, Hearthstone, and League of Legends – play the new game.
“We’re cooking up a co-hosted tournament that will be a magnet for competitive spirits from both our communities with a $100,000+ prize pool,” the announcement said.
Kieran Warwick, Co-founder and CEO of Illuvium, emphasised the goal to reshape perceptions of blockchain gaming: “Overcoming the scepticism around blockchain games is crucial, and the way forward is by delivering exceptional gaming experiences.”
This collaboration is a milestone in showing that blockchain games, including those with NFTs, can offer engaging and deep gameplay experiences on par with traditional games, Warwick said.
Per the press release, Illuvium unveiled the Early Access release of their Auto Battler and Overworld game following a three-year development journey and a $60 million investment.
Popular blockchain data analytics platform Nansen announced the launch of Nansen 2. It’s described as a significant upgrade to its tool suite. The free version of the suite now includes access to Nansen’s popular features along with selected Nansen 2 features.
Nansen 2 is a faster and smarter platform designed to change how investors use blockchain data, it said. The update brings upgrades to its existing features, especially its wallet and token
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