MetalCore announces open beta with 80 million $MCG in prizes

MetalCore, the open-world PvPvE shooter, will launch its open beta for Season 1: MetalPunks Rhapsody on September 12, 2024. This marks a significant milestone after three closed beta tests, opening the game to a wider audience on Epic Games Store. Season 1 introduces a variety of new features, including an expansive prize pool of up to 80 million $MCG tokens, enhanced missions, and improved gameplay powered by Unreal Engine 5.

More about MetalCore

MetalCore is a science fiction massively multiplayer online game that features epic mech battles and PvPvE, deep crafting mechanics, and a player-driven economy. Set on the planet Kerberos, players must survive as foot soldiers, rise through the ranks, and grow their arsenal of mechs and war machines. Notably, the cryptographic game is the first title created directly on the Immutable zkEVM.

MetalCore has won awards such as the Blockchain Game of the Year award from the Global Blockchain Show and our GAM3 2022 award for "Best Shooter Game". The game's innovative "scanning" system allows players to create new weapons and vehicles from blueprints obtained from fallen enemies, adding a unique layer to its gameplay.

Open Beta T1: MetalPunks Rhapsody

Season 1 focuses on the MetalPunks faction and offers players a

players the opportunity to explore thematic content from history. The season will also introduce a new rewards system, missions, and an enhanced lobby system that supports various game modes, including Barony Wars, PvP tournaments, and PvE raids. This season will be the first in which players can experience the action-packed MetalCore blockchain game for free by downloading the science fiction title for PC.

Over 80 million $MCG in prizes

The prize pool for this season is divided into two main categories: a main pool of 30 million $MCG tokens and a bonus pool of 50 million tokens. The distribution of these tokens will be determined through various leaderboards, including new ones for PvX, PvP, and Missions.

The community can unlock the bonus pool through a series of collective objectives. For example, the first objective requires 1000 players to reach the bronze premium level, unlocking the first 10 million tokens. Subsequent objectives and rewards will be revealed as the community progresses.

The new rewards system features three Premium levels (Bronze, Silver, and Gold), each offering different benefits and access to additional rankings. Players can earn or purchase to access these levels. All rewards will be converted to $MCG at the end of the season, and pricing details are expected to be released before the season begins.

Season 1 Updates

MetalCore has also revamped its missions and lobby system to enhance the gaming experience. Newcomers will benefit from improved onboarding missions, while experienced players can take on

Most challenging tasks as PvP rewards. The lobby system now supports multiple game modes, making it easier for players to switch between PvP, PvE, and mixed PvPvE.

One of the key features of the lobby system is the introduction of Baronies Wars, competitive 10 vs 10 battles where guilds (known as Baronies) can compete for top positions in the rankings. Additionally, the system supports PvE raids, where 10 faction members can team up to face challenging monsters and obtain valuable resources to strengthen their faction.

Final thoughts

The first season of MetalCore: MetalPunks Rhapsody open beta brings a wealth of new content and competitive opportunities for players, as well as significant prizes. The transition to Unreal Engine 5 promises improved performance and graphics, further enriching the player experience.

As the community prepares for the season launch, players will be able to explore the new game features and compete for a share of the significant $MCG prize pool. You can visit the official MetalCore website and join the community for exclusive information and more details.