Ubisoft joins the XPLA network as a blockchain validator, expanding their involvement in the blockchain technology.
Ubisoft, the renowned video game company responsible for hit titles like Assassin’s Creed and Just Dance, has officially joined forces with the XPLA network as a node validator. This collaboration, announced on XPLA’s Medium page, solidifies Ubisoft’s commitment to blockchain technology through its Strategic Innovation Lab and represents a significant step towards integrating gaming and blockchain.
By becoming part of the XPLA ecosystem, Ubisoft will utilize its vast game development expertise to ensure the security and efficient validation of the network’s transactions and data. This partnership has the potential to enhance the XPLA ecosystem, which aims to become a leading content hub for digital media and gaming.
The XPLA network, powered by the Tendermint blockchain engine and its Byzantine Fault Tolerant (BFT) consensus, is already home to popular crypto games like Summoners War and The Walking Dead. With Ubisoft joining as a validator, the network can expect improved performance, enhanced security, and increased transparency, thanks to collaborations with other notable validators and developers such as Animoca Brands, Google Cloud, and Com2uS.
In addition to its primary role as a validator, Ubisoft will also contribute to governance proposal decisions, showcasing its deep commitment to the network’s future. Paul Kim, the lead of the XPLA team, expressed excitement about Ubisoft’s involvement and envisioned a future where this collaboration leads to the creation of a more transparent and trustworthy web3 ecosystem that appeals to players worldwide.
Ubisoft’s journey in the blockchain space began in 2018 when it started exploring blockchain games and non-fungible tokens (NFTs). Since then, the company has made strategic investments and partnerships in the blockchain gaming industry. In October 2023, Ubisoft became a validator on the Cronos network, further expanding its involvement in NFT gaming. It has also integrated NFTs into major video game titles like “Ghost Recon: Breakpoint,” introducing in-game NFT items.
In November 2023, Ubisoft partnered with Immutable to develop innovative products that redefine gaming experiences, emphasizing the concept of “digital ownership” for players. The company is actively running validators on networks like Tezos and Hedera, showcasing its ambition to lead the convergence of gaming and blockchain technology.
Overall, Ubisoft’s partnership with the XPLA network signifies its dedication to pushing the boundaries of blockchain technology within the gaming industry and creating a more immersive and secure gaming experience for players.
