Puma, a leading global sports brand, has officially entered the web3 gaming space by partnering with Israeli mobile game developer UNKJD. This collaboration aims to integrate Puma-branded content into UNKJD Soccer, a web3-based mobile game scheduled for full release in 2025. The announcement reflects Puma’s growing focus on gaming culture as part of its broader marketing and engagement strategy.

UNKJD Soccer x Puma

As part of the deal, UNKJD Soccer will feature exclusive Puma content, including special Puma Ballers, skins, and tournaments. These additions are expected to provide players with unique customization options and engagement opportunities. According to UNKJD, UNKJD Soccer combines elements of sports, role-playing games (RPGs), and board games, creating a unique experience that blends competitive play with strategy.

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Tournaments, $MBS Tokens and More

Players will compete in various tournaments, earning Gems that can be converted into MBS tokens, offering a new layer of reward-based gameplay. Built on the Solana and Base blockchain platforms, the game incorporates decentralized technology, appealing to a growing audience interested in the intersection of gaming and web3. UNKJD CEO Tal Friedman expressed excitement about the collaboration, stating:

“Collaborating with an iconic brand like PUMA is a fantastic opportunity for UNKJD Soccer. PUMA’s expertise in sports and fashion brings a new dimension to our game. We’re thrilled to integrate PUMA’s rich heritage with our innovative gameplay, creating unique experiences for our players. This partnership allows us to expand our reach and introduce UNKJD Soccer to PUMA’s global audience while offering our existing community exciting new content. Together, we’re set to create something truly special in the mobile gaming space”.

Puma’s director of emerging marketing tech, Ivan Dashkov, also highlighted the significance of the partnership. He emphasized Puma’s commitment to expanding its brand presence in digital environments, noting that gaming is a key cultural focus for the company. “There is no more natural fit than UNKJD Soccer,” Dashkov said, underlining Puma’s priority in engaging with gaming communities.

“PUMA is thrilled to partner with UNKJD. Placing the PUMA brand and products in digital environments is critical to our success. People are increasingly expressing themselves in games and digital worlds, so having the PUMA brand available in these environments is a huge priority to us as gaming culture is a part of our all-encompassing culture.”

Final Thoughts

By integrating the Puma brand into UNKJD Soccer, Puma aims to tap into the growing influence of gaming and web3 technologies, engaging with a younger, tech-savvy audience. The partnership also allows UNKJD to leverage Puma’s global reach to introduce the game to a broader player base.

With the full release of UNKJD Soccer slated for 2025, both companies are positioning themselves at the forefront of the emerging web3 gaming industry. Players and fans can expect more updates and content drops as the game’s launch approaches. For further details about the game and its features, read the announcement and visit the UNKJD website.