Hunters On-Chain

Overview

Hunters On-Chain is BoomLand’s first venture into web3 gaming, blending action-packed RPG elements with blockchain features. This free-to-play game offers a unique take on the battle royale genre, letting players choose from 40 distinct Hunters, each equipped with their own abilities and weapons. Whether battling mythical creatures or facing off against other players, Hunters On-Chain delivers an engaging and competitive experience for both casual and dedicated gamers.

Gameplay

Hunters On-Chain has a casual gameplay feel, but it quickly becomes competitive, especially when diving into the PvP modes. The game revolves around "Hunters," which are the characters you control in-game. Each Hunter belongs to a specific class and comes with unique stats. Some are melee slashers that attack enemies at close range, others specialize in long-range attacks with knockback effects. There are Hunters that wield magic, some act as tanks, and a few can even fly, allowing them to bypass certain terrain in the game. When you enter a match, your Hunter automatically performs basic attacks when enemies are in range. As the game progresses, your Hunter levels up, and with each level, you’ll make roguelike choices to upgrade attributes like damage, attack speed, health, and more.

What makes Hunters On-Chain exciting are its various game modes. In its current version, you’ll find:

• Hunt: You compete against three other Hunters, but instead of battling each other, the goal is to eliminate PvE monsters. The player with the most points at the end wins.
• Bounty Hunter: A classic battle royale mode where the last player standing wins.
• Boss Hunt: Team up with other Hunters to take down a boss monster. The more damage you deal, the bigger your rewards.
• Hardcore Hunt and PvE Co-op modes: These are self-explanatory and provide additional variety.

Each mode takes advantage of different Hunter attributes and classes. For example, high DPS and survivability are key for PvP modes, while Hunters with supportive traits shine in co-op settings.

At the start, as a free-to-play player, you’ll receive a trial Hunter that you can unlock permanently by playing and logging in over a set period—a rewarding experience for newcomers. Hunters themselves are NFTs, each with different rarities that impact their stats and abilities. Higher rarity Hunters often come with better base stats and unique skills, giving players an edge in both PvE and PvP modes.

However, the game’s energy system can be a drawback for F2P players. Each game mode requires a certain amount of energy or entry tickets, which limits how many matches you can play per day. While this system helps prevent endless grinding, it can be frustrating for players who just want to enjoy the game without worrying about earning rewards.

As you continue playing, you’ll discover the progression system, which involves leveling up Hunters using items called Shards and enhancing your builds with Artifacts. The competitive side of the game ties into its play-to-earn (P2E) elements, with tokens like $BGEM and $BOOM already implemented. These can be earned even by F2P players, but they’re mostly geared towards competitive players aiming for leaderboard spots. If you’re not interested in the P2E aspect, the game still offers plenty of fun with seasonal events, daily challenges, and rewarding missions that keep the gameplay fresh and engaging.

Review

Hunters On-Chain, along with the BoomLand ecosystem, has come a long way since stepping into the web3 space. The graphics are smooth and clean, especially when you see the Hunters’ auto-attacks in action. That said, things can get a bit messy visually when health bars start stacking on top of each other during hectic fights. The sound effects and background music fit the vibe of the game perfectly, adding just the right amount of energy to each match.

The game’s actually pretty fun, similar to a lot of web2 games where you can jump in for a quick 30-minute session before bed or while on the bus stuck in traffic. But it doesn’t stay casual for long, it can get pretty competitive, especially if you’re aiming for the earning side of things. But to really push for the top, you’ll probably need to grab some NFTs to stay on par with the stronger players.
The game’s concept isn’t anything groundbreaking since you’ll recognize mechanics from other games, but the variety of game modes keeps things fresh. Messing around with different Hunters to see what works is part of the fun, though you’ll definitely feel the power gap when going up against players with higher-rarity, fully-leveled Hunters. But honestly, that’s nothing new—it’s the same story in a lot of web2 games too.

At the end of the day, Hunters On-Chain strikes a nice balance between chill, casual play and more serious, competitive grinding. Whether you’re here to have fun or chase some earnings, there’s a lot to keep you hooked. If you’re into games that let you jump in for quick sessions but still offer enough depth to stick around, Hunters On-Chain is definitely worth a shot.