After the release of the developer-first GalaChain SDK earlier this year, GalaChain is just getting warmed up. But aside from the advances toward mass web3 adoption across multiple world industries, GalaChain is still prepared to revolutionize the gaming industry, empowering players like never before through ownership and rewards.
We’re always on the lookout to join forces with quality projects that share our mission of player empowerment and today we’re announcing the beginning of a new partnership that will do just that: Gala… Get ready for Battle Showdown: Gambit.
The Partnership
With a specific focus on intermingling our upcoming Gala Casino token, $GCHIPS, with the Battle Showdown: Gambit economy, this strategic partnership takes a different approach from some of the other partnerships we have recently announced. Right now we can only give you an appetizer, but the main courses of this partnership are sure to leave you satisfied, collaboratively demonstrating the latest in generative AI gaming and web3 SkillFi.
As first announced in this Litepaper, the Gala Casino token will soon bring a new way to get rewarded for playing your favorite casino style games on GalaChain. As Ethlas prepares for launch of its Gambit web3 gaming platform and “SkillFi” flagship game Battle Showdown: Gambit, we’re kicking off this partnership with a token swap to facilitate and incentivize interaction between both thriving communities.
Following the creation of the new $GCHIPS token, Gala will swap some $GCHIPS with an equivalent amount of $ELS, the governance token of Ethlas and the Battle Showdown: Gambit ecosystem.
More info is coming soon about the details of this initial token swap. The teams at both Gala and BSD Gambit are each eagerly exploring ways to create interoperable functionality for NFTs from the other’s ecosystem, and we’re excited to share more news in the near future!
Prepare for Battle
The Gambit launch and Battle Showdown: Gambit will allow players of the mobile platform shooter to receive rewards in-game, but tokens will also be deducted for deaths.
Additionally, a special spectator mode will allow a different kind of play dubbed “SkillFi,” which allows spectators to back players of their choice by purchasing Bits for specific players.
With reward multipliers available for various levels of NFT ownership, referral bonuses and multiple ways to farm rewards even before Battle Showdown gameplay is live, you can start collecting Gambit Points right away! Learn more about these opportunities on the BSG: Gambit blog.
Familiarize yourself with BSG: Gambit’s economy plans in the Whitepaper and you’ll begin to understand why we’re so excited for $GCHIPS and Gala Casino to team up with Ethlas, $ELS and Battle Showdown: Gambit.
Look out for updates and announcements about this SkillFi gaming partnership as BSD: Gambit and Gala Casino prepare for launch!
Gala is excited to unveil significant advancements and expansions in the development of Mirandus, an innovative fantasy MMORPG that promises to redefine the boundaries of blockchain gaming. As the development team in Chile undergoes a remarkable expansion, the anticipation for Mirandus reaches new heights, signaling a rapid acceleration towards the game’s launch. This development is not just a milestone for Gala but a testament to the company’s dedication to pushing the frontiers of entertainment through the power of blockchain technology.
The newly expanded development team in Santiago, Chile, brings together a diverse and talented group of individuals who have contributed to some of the most iconic and innovative games in recent history. Their collective resume includes decades of work on blockbuster titles such as the world-renowned battle royale phenomenon Fortnite, DC Legends, Zed Run, Rock of Ages 3, TMNT: Splintered Fate, Tetris, as well as the Fallout series of games, the strategic tower defense challenge of Star Wars: Galactic Defense and many more.
Set in a vast and vividly imagined world, Mirandus invites players into an epic narrative ruled by five player-monarchs. This game breaks free from the conventional confines found in traditional RPGs by eliminating standard maps and quest givers. Players are thrust into an expansive realm where freedom reigns supreme; they can explore untamed wildernesses, confront formidable monsters, serve the realm’s monarchs, or carve out their own domains within the grand cities.
In light of these exciting developments, Gala’s new game development studio in Santiago, Chile, plays a pivotal role. Under the leadership of Pablo Mera, the studio is poised to become a crucible of creativity and innovation, accelerating the development of Mirandus and enriching Gala’s gaming portfolio. Dennis Hahn, Gala’s Lead Technical Officer in Chile, highlights the strategic integration of Santiago’s vibrant game development community into the creative process, promising to deliver a gaming experience that resonates with players worldwide.
The establishment of the Santiago studio underscores Gala’s commitment to empowering local talent and contributing significantly to the global gaming ecosystem. As Mirandus gears up for its launch, new content pipelines are being accelerated, and an updated roadmap will soon be unveiled, showcasing the journey towards the game’s eagerly awaited release.
As Mirandus edges closer to its launch, the player community can anticipate experiencing a similar surge in momentum and openness that has recently been characteristic of both VOX and Common Ground World. This translates to a significantly increased update cadence, ensuring that players are kept in the loop with the latest developments at a pace that matches their enthusiasm. Furthermore, there will be greater communication around key milestones, enabling a clear and transparent roadmap for what the future holds. Importantly, this expansion aims to foster increased engagement with the community, inviting players to be an integral part of the development process. The rationale behind the team’s expansion in Chile is not just about scaling up; it’s about enhancing the team’s capacity to fulfill commitments, expedite content delivery, and enhance the utility of player items within the ecosystem. This strategic move is designed to ensure that Gala not only meets but exceeds the expectations of its player base, reinforcing the company’s dedication to building a rich and responsive gaming environment.
In addition to this team expansion for Mirandus, a similar influx of Chilean talent will also bolster the development team of The Walking Dead: Empires.
Gala invites the gaming community, developers, and Web3 enthusiasts to stay tuned for updates as the Santiago studio begins operations, embarking on a mission to craft the next generation of gaming experiences powered by the GalaChain
Gala Games has been around for a while now, and while great games like Common Ground World have grown up over the years with us… other parts of our platform could use a coat of fresh paint.
V2 Gala Launcher
You may have noticed recently that you’re prompted to install a new launcher when entering any game from games.gala.com. That’s normal! We know that unexpected install requests can raise some red flags for any security-conscious denizen of the web3 world – no need to worry, we are just replacing the old launcher with a newer and better model!
The first time you enter any game you’ll need to install the new launcher.
Once you’ve downloaded the new launcher, just click the .exe file in your downloads folder and you’re ready to get started after a quick install!
Note that your browser may ask for new permissions to open this new Gala Launcher.
Better Experience, Better Gaming
While this new launcher may not seem like a very big deal once you install it and forget it, it’s going to let us do a lot more in the future.
The Gala Games platform has been facilitating gamers getting their fix of fun for over four years now… FOUR YEARS! Let that sink in. So much has changed over four years as we’ve grown together.
The new launcher gives us more efficient deployment and better capabilities overall to support games on the platform now, as well as any new titles in the future of GalaChain!
Your install is definitely done by now…go get in the game!
If you’re not paying close attention to what’s happening at our GALAthon Hackathon event, starting today at 11am PT, you might miss some of the most innovative developments in the web3 world.
As a spectator, while you may not have a shot at any of that $1M prize pool, you can go for some prizes of your own, just for watching.
Being an early adopter in this space is often rewarding, and we’re always happy to enhance those rewards with additional opportunities that go hand in hand with our mission of empowerment.
We have a team on the ground at the in-person event, bringing live updates on a regular basis to the official Gala channels, including Youtube.
Starting with the “Welcome to the Show” live stream linked below, you’ll find a whole playlist of additional live events that will touch base with various boots-on-the-ground teams that will be up close and personal with the contestants and onsite judges of the massive event.
Win Some Awesome Prizes
We’re pleased to announce that as a special thank you to our awesome community, we’re putting nearly $10k in prizes on the table, exclusively for viewers of our live events.
Check out the list below, then tune in live for a chance to win! (Limit one entry per Gala Games account.
100 Common Ground Town Hall NFTs will be given away for a total of $1k in prizes from Common Ground World. Don’t forget to watch news.gala.com and check in regularly to the live GALAthon updates. We’ve got an exciting day planned full of awesome announcements, both in and out of the event!
We’re thrilled to announce a significant milestone in our ongoing mission to revolutionize the world of entertainment: The opening of our brand-new game development studio in Santiago, Chile. This move is more than just an expansion; it’s a bold step into the future.
By laying roots in the thriving gaming hub of Santiago, we’re reinforcing our commitment to creating empowering and immersive digital experiences, pushing the boundaries of both gaming and entertainment.
Why Santiago?
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Santiago’s vibrant culture of innovation and its talented pool of game developers make it the ideal location for our latest studio. We’re setting the stage for an exciting expansion of our game portfolio, with a special emphasis on live service games. This studio isn’t just about accelerating our development timelines; it’s about injecting a fresh dose of creativity and innovation into the entire gaming world.
Ultimately, the Santiago studio has the potential to create hundreds of jobs in the latest gaming tech, boosting the local economy and drawing skilled game developers from around the world.
Our Vision and Leadership
Under the leadership of Pablo Mera, Studio Lead for the new location, we’re poised to make a profound impact on the gaming landscape. Pablo’s wealth of experience and vision perfectly align with our goals, setting a course for the Santiago studio to become a world center for gaming innovation. Together, we’ll draw upon the unique strengths of the Santiago gaming community to produce web3 enabled games that are not only engaging and high-quality but also resonate with players around the globe.
Empowering Local Talent
At Gala, our commitment goes beyond creating games. We look for ways to nurture local talent while making meaningful contributions to the global gaming ecosystem. By offering opportunities for local developers to work on global projects with the latest tech, we’re not just creating jobs—we’re empowering creators.
Looking Ahead
Moving at the speed of web3, we’re looking to open the doors to the Santiago studio in March of 2024. This expansion aligns with our recent shift towards a more in-person operational structure, which includes the recent opening of our global headquarters in San Francisco.
We still work with hundreds of remote professionals from all around the world, but now that we have had a taste of the collaborative and camaraderie breakthroughs that can come from onsite work, we’re thrilled to create new ways for our teams to come together in person.
If you’re interested in joining our team, we’re hiring for a variety of onsite positions. Learn more at our Careers page, and stay on the lookout for new opportunities as we hit the ground running with the Santiago studio!
Join the Excitement
As we embark on this exciting journey, we invite the gaming community, developers, and web3 enthusiasts to stay tuned for updates. The Santiago studio isn’t just a new chapter in our global expansion–it’s a gateway to the next generation of gaming experiences, powered by the innovative spirit of GalaChain.
This expansion isn’t just about growing our footprint; it’s a reflection of our belief in the power of gaming and blockchain technology to create a more immersive, empowering, and decentralized world. Join us as we lead the charge towards this bright future, one game at a time.
