Pudgy Penguins Unveils Trailer for 3D Game Experience at Art Basel
Pudgy Penguins, the Ethereum NFT profile picture (PFP) collection, has released a trailer for its upcoming 3D browser game experience called Pudgy World. The game is set to launch in alpha in 2024. After undergoing a change in leadership due to controversy surrounding its original owner, Pudgy Penguins appointed an executive advisory board and raised $9 million in funding. The project also stocked plush penguin toys in over 2,000 U.S. Walmart stores and Hot Topic locations, and has gained millions of views across its social media channels through viral videos.
Now, fans of Pudgy Penguins can explore the game’s lobby in Pudgy World. Once fully released, NFT holders and plush toy owners will be able to adopt a virtual version of their collectibles as 3D characters in the game. Pudgy World will be free-to-play, allowing gamers to customize their characters and embark on a story-driven journey.
Pudgy World Utilizes zkSync for Scaling
Pudgy World will be built on Matter Labs’ Ethereum layer-2 scaling protocol zkSync. This technology offers zero-knowledge blockchain solutions known for their user privacy advantages compared to traditional blockchain transactions on public networks like Ethereum. While specific details on how zkSync will be utilized in Pudgy World have not been revealed yet, Matter Labs believes that its ZK tech will enable new business models and gaming experiences for players.
Hot Take: A New Era for Pudgy Penguins
The alpha launch of Pudgy World marks a significant milestone for the Web3 and NFT space. Players will be able to enjoy the game without prior knowledge of the underlying blockchain technology. This move demonstrates the increasing accessibility and mainstream appeal of NFTs and blockchain-based gaming experiences. Pudgy Penguins aims to create an immersive and engaging world for its community, leveraging its popular NFT collection and plush toys. With the integration of zkSync, Pudgy World promises enhanced privacy and innovative gameplay, ushering in a new era for Pudgy Penguins.
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