Parallel Colony Early Alpha Details

Parallel Studios has announced that Parallel Colony, its AI-driven web3 survival simulation, will enter Early Alpha Access on Monday, September 22, starting at 9 AM PST. The launch is exclusive to users of the Solana Seeker phone, marking a focused step for the game in bringing its sci-fi settlement management experience to mobile web3 gamers. Alongside the Early Alpha release, Parallel Studios is offering players the chance to participate in a 1/1 giveaway tied to in-game crate purchases.

Parallel Colony is set in the sci-fi Parallel universe and centers on managing a settlement with the help of AI agents called Parallel Avatars. Players are responsible for ensuring the survival of their crew, constructing buildings, gathering resources, and leveling up core skills. The game also challenges players to protect their settlement from natural disasters and sabotage.

Each task completed helps maintain the health and productivity of the player’s AI agent, which is essential for long-term survival in the game. Developed in Unreal Engine 5 over the past two years, Colony has previously undergone limited testing phases that introduced features like on-chain item extraction, AI Pings, and NPC hiring. The Early Alpha Access phase now opens the game to a wider set of players while keeping the experience controlled through the Solana Seeker platform.

Parallel Colony Early Alpha Details

Augencore Avatar and In-Game Crates

In Early Alpha Access, players begin by selecting a personality profile and an Augencore Avatar, the AI agent that will assist in growing and defending their base. Future updates are expected to add additional Avatars from other factions. Gameplay revolves around completing tasks to keep the Avatar productive, healthy, and capable of handling threats to the settlement.

Players can also purchase in-game Crates for $10 each, which provide chances to obtain unique pets, skins, and other rewards. Each crate purchase automatically qualifies the player for a 1/1 giveaway, with multiple purchases increasing the chance of winning. While the specific giveaway items have not been fully disclosed, previews suggest rewards such as exclusive pets.

Early Alpha Access is limited to users of the Solana Seeker phone. Players interested in participating must first create an account on Parallel Studios’ official website if they do not already have one. Additional instructions on accessing the game through the Solana Seeker device will be provided on launch day.

Parallel Colony Early Alpha Details

Phone Built Specifically for Web3

The Solana Seeker is the second generation of crypto-focused smartphones from Solana Mobile Inc., combining standard Android features with web3-specific capabilities aimed at gamers and blockchain users. Compared to the first generation, it offers longer battery life, a brighter display, improved camera functionality, and a lighter design.

The phone runs on a MediaTek Dimensity 7300 processor with 8 GB of RAM and 128 GB of storage, featuring a 6.36-inch AMOLED display with a 120 Hz refresh rate. The Solana Seeker also integrates native web3 functionality, including a Seed Vault Wallet for self-custodial crypto storage, a Seeker Genesis Token for unlocking ecosystem content and rewards, and a Seeker ID, which links wallet, username, and token for a unified identity.

Additionally, the device supports the Solana dApp Store 2.0, providing access to apps in gaming, DeFi, NFTs, and AI. Security features include a hardware wallet, on-device verification, and TEEPIN architecture. Shipping for the device began in August 2025, with pre-orders previously available through founder and early adopter phases.

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Final Thoughts

Founded in 2021, Parallel Studios is a web3-focused game developer known for Parallel TCG, a sci-fi trading card game where players can earn $PRIME tokens using NFT versions of cards. The studio has since expanded its portfolio to include Colony and the third-person extraction shooter Sanctuary, previously known as Project Tau Ceti. While Parallel TCG is publicly available on PC and in select mobile regions, Colony’s Early Alpha Access represents the first broader release of the title.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

When does Parallel Colony Early Alpha Access start?

Parallel Colony Early Alpha Access begins on Monday, September 22, 2025, at 9 AM PST.

Which devices can run Parallel Colony in Early Alpha?

Early Alpha Access is exclusive to users of the Solana Seeker phone.

How can I participate in the 1/1 giveaway?

Players are automatically entered into the 1/1 giveaway when purchasing in-game Crates. Each additional crate purchase counts as a new entry.

Do I need a Parallel Studios account to play?

Yes, players must create a free account on Parallel Studios’ official website if they do not already have one.

What is the Solana Seeker phone?

The Solana Seeker is a crypto-focused smartphone that combines Android functionality with native web3 capabilities, including secure crypto storage, a unique identity system, and access to Solana dApps.

Is Parallel Colony available on PC or other mobile devices?

At this stage, Early Alpha Access is limited to Solana Seeker phones. A broader release for other platforms has not yet been announced.