Zentry aims to onboard 50 million players to Web3 gaming with the upcoming launch of the iconic Ragnarok Landverse on Ronin.
Zentry, a Web3 gaming company, has teamed up with the Ronin Network to bring the legendary Ragnarok Landverse to blockchain. The partnership aims to combine Ronin’s robust gaming blockchain infrastructure with Zentry’s innovative metagame ecosystem, making this a key step in the evolution of Web3 gaming.
According to an announcement on Thursday, the highly anticipated game is set to launch in Q1 2025, with pre-registrations already underway.
The Legacy of Ragnarok
Originally launched in 2002, Ragnarok Online quickly became a global phenomenon in the gaming world. Developed by South Korea-based Gravity Co., Ltd, the game captured the hearts of millions with its immersive gameplay, community-driven quests, and vibrant online world.
Now, Zentry is reimagining this classic for the blockchain era, maintaining its nostalgic charm while introducing new opportunities for players to earn, own, and trade digital assets within the game’s ecosystem.
Ragnarok Landverse is expected to make waves in the Web3 gaming industry. Its move to Ronin Network is a calculated decision, leveraging Ronin’s ecosystem to provide seamless integration of blockchain-powered features like non-fungible tokens (NFTs) and digital ownership. This shift aims to bridge the gap between traditional gaming and Web3, offering players both nostalgic gameplay and revolutionary new mechanics.
Commenting on the partnership, Jarindr Thitadilaka, CEO of Zentry said the collaboration with Ronin Network is more than just bringing Ragnarok to blockchain, the deal aims to bring traditional gamers on-chain.
“Our partnership with Sky Mavis goes beyond launching Ragnarok Landverse on Ronin. Together, we’re paving the way for future Biggest gaming IPs to transition into Web3. We are committed to onboarding 50 million players into Web3 gaming through engaging gameplay, accessible platforms, and meaningful ownership of digital assets,” he explained.
Why Ronin Network?
The Ronin blockchain, developed by Sky Mavis, has positioned itself as a leading platform for blockchain-based gaming. Known for its success with Axie Infinity, which once recorded over $1 billion in NFT sales, Ronin offers an infrastructure optimized for gaming scalability and low transaction fees.
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Ragnarok is one of the most iconic gaming franchises of our time. The Landverse edition has already attracted over 400,000 players and generated $18.9M in revenue, leveraging Web3 technology.
Ronin is the perfect platform for this milestone title. With proven scalability,… pic.twitter.com/RyQxVtOtnB
— Zentry ⚡ (@zentry) December 19, 2024
Currently boasting 4.7 million monthly active users and 3 million daily transactions, the protocol provides the perfect platform for Ragnarok Landverse to thrive.
Other games like Pixels have also contributed to Ronin’s reputation as a hub for innovative Web3 titles, proving the blockchain’s capability to support high-demand games. By choosing Ronin, Zentry ensures a smooth transition for players while tapping into an established community of gamers familiar with blockchain technology.
Beyond Ragnarok: The Bigger Vision
The partnership between Zentry and Ronin extends beyond Ragnarok Landverse. Zentry has also become a node validator on Ronin’s network and integrated Ronin into Nexus Season 1, Zentry’s player portal. These initiatives aim to build a unified gaming ecosystem that connects players, developers, and blockchain technology seamlessly.
Ragnarok Landverse’s soft launch already demonstrated its potential, attracting 400,000 players and generating $15 million in NFT sales from in-game items.
With these impressive numbers, the game is poised for greater success when it officially launches on Ronin in early 2025.
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