- REAPER ACTUAL is an ambitious open-world persistent AAA shooter that will be accessible on Steam, the Epic Games Store, and via reaperactual.com upon its debut.
- Because of their capacity to handle significant transaction volume, energy-efficient protocols, and solid, secure smart contracts, Tezos and Etherlink were selected.
The newly established gaming studio, Distinct Possibility Studios, which is led by John Smedley, a co-creator of genre-defining games like EverQuest, Planetside 2, and H1Z1, made the announcement today that it has successfully raised $30.5 million. The Tezos Foundation, Hashed, Delphi Ventures, Shima Capital, North Island Ventures, Decasonic, and other investors were among those who contributed to the funding. In addition to his extensive experience in the game business, Smedley has held the position of Studio Head at Amazon Game Studios San Diego and served as President and Chief Executive Officer of Sony Online Entertainment / Daybreak Games in the past. The studio has disclosed that it has decided to use Etherlink, which is an EVM-compatible Layer 2 network based on Tezos, as the blockchain technology that would be used to power the Web3 components of its next AAA open-world extraction shooter, REAPER ACTUAL.
Strategic Funding and Blockchain Partnerships
REAPER ACTUAL is an ambitious open-world persistent AAA shooter that will be accessible on Steam, the Epic Games Store, and via reaperactual.com upon its debut. The most recent financing round is supporting the rapid development of the game. Etherlink, a high-performance Layer 2 service that is built on Tezos, was chosen by Distinct Possibility Studios for the Web3 components of the game. The company specifically cited Etherlink’s scalability, high transaction throughput, robust security, and environmentally sustainable practices as being essential for managing the persistent, player-driven economy of the game.
Introducing Reaper Actual
A groundbreaking open-world extraction shooter, Reaper Actual takes place on Marova, a large island that is currently experiencing a battle that is still continuing. As players assume the role of elite operators known as “Reapers,” they are tasked with navigating intricate PvPvE (Player versus Player vs Environment) situations, territorial warfare, resource extraction, and base administration, all of which are incorporated into a sophisticated economy that is supported by blockchain technology.
Why Tezos and Etherlink?
Because of their capacity to handle significant transaction volume, energy-efficient protocols, and solid, secure smart contracts, Tezos and Etherlink were selected. These characteristics are essential for the management of real-time digital assets and transactions inside Reaper Actual. Within the Reaper Actual Ecosystem and via Etherlink, players will have the ability to create and trade rare objects such as characters, bases, skins, and created items like as weapons. It will also be possible to exchange rare items. The firm is of the opinion that providing players with the means to generate their own content will lead to the development of a much larger community that is able to take part in the game’s economy as a whole.
John Smedley, CEO of Distinct Possibility Studios, stated:
“Tezos and Etherlink are fundamental to delivering a groundbreaking digital ownership experience within gaming. Players will benefit from a transparent and sustainable blockchain environment.”
Commenting on the announcement, Efe Kucuk, Head of Gaming at Trilitech, said:
“Infrastructure in games should feel invisible until it matters. That’s what Etherlink allows – no friction, no gimmicks, just permanence when it counts.”
Arthur Breitman, co-founder of Tezos said:
“‘Holy smokes, it’s the EverQuest guy with an AAA team and they’re building an immersive world with AI, are you kidding me!?’ were my initial thoughts, and I’ve remained as excited since!”
Experienced Development Team
The development team of Distinct Possibility Studios is comprised of industry veterans of the highest caliber, with substantial expertise from companies like as Sony Online Entertainment, Amazon Game Studios, Riot Games, Activision Blizzard, Ubisoft, and Epic. The collective credentials of the team include personnel who have contributed to the development of foundational masterpieces such as EverQuest, Planetside 2, and H1Z1, as well as worldwide successes such as Call of Duty, Ghost Recon: Wildlands, Valorant, and Fortnite.
Next Steps for Distinct Possibility Studios
In the next weeks, the team will make an announcement on their pre-alpha release, which will be called “Foundation.” This release will offer early access to the game as well as on-chain assets that can be traded.
Distinct Possibility Studios’ official channels will provide users with regular updates and announcements on the company’s activities. Developed by John Smedley, a seasoned veteran of the indsutry, Distinct Possibility Studios is a studio that specializes in the production of innovative AAA games that are improved by blockchain technology. This studio is committed to revolutionizing the concept of digital asset ownership, fostering community participation, and pioneering sustainable gaming approaches.
Tezos is a blockchain that is known for its scalability and security, as well as its strong smart contract capability, environmental sustainability, and comprehensive support for decentralized applications that are complicated. For the administration of digital assets, it provides a platform that is both efficient and transparent.
Etherlink specializes in high-performance blockchain solutions that are particularly designed for gaming. These solutions provide smooth transaction processing, security, and scalability, all of which are essential for AAA gaming ecosystems.
