French game developer TapNation has recently launched Athletics Rush, a new mobile game available on Google Play. This hyper-casual athletic runner game invites players to engage in various sports such as running, jumping, and throwing while competing on global leaderboards.

Currently a web2 game, Athletics Rush is set to integrate blockchain elements on the Tezos platform in August, marking TapNation's first deployment on Tezos. This collaboration aims to blend engaging gameplay with the benefits of web3 technology, enhancing player retention and rewarding experiences without disrupting the core gameplay.

Athletics Rush Gameplay Screenshots 

TapNation 1 Billion Downloads

TapNation is a leading mobile game publisher that has helped 100 plus game developers publish their games which has generated more than 1 billion downloads. This latest news marks TapNation’s first game deployment on the Tezos blockchain, following previous collaborations with ecosystems such as Immutable and Arbitrum.

Philippe Lenormand, TapNation's head of web3, emphasized the company's ambition to merge engaging gameplay with web3 features seamlessly. "With Athletics Rush, our goal was to create a fun and satisfying experience seamlessly incorporating web3 elements. By building on Tezos, we can enhance player retention and provide rewarding experiences without disrupting the core gameplay." 

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More About Athletics Rush?

Athletics Rush is a hyper-casual athletic runner game that challenges players to master various athletic skills such as running, jumping, and throwing. The game features multiple modes and allows players to compete on global leaderboards while collecting medals.

Athletics Rush is now available for download on Google Play for Android devices. With the upcoming integration of blockchain elements on Tezos, players can look forward to an enhanced gaming experience that leverages the benefits of web3 technology.

Athletics Rush on Google Play

Tezos Reports 500% Increase in MAUs

The Tezos blockchain, despite having fewer games compared to other networks, has experienced substantial growth in 2024. The platform reported a 500% increase in monthly users during the first quarter. Jeremy Foo, Tezos APAC head of gaming, expressed enthusiasm about the collaboration.

"Tezos offers a secure and sustainable blockchain platform that aligns perfectly with the vision for Athletics Rush. We’re happy to introduce blockchain technology to enhance the user experience without compromising the fun and engaging nature of the game." 

Final Thoughts

With the launch of Athletics Rush, TapNation is not only expanding its portfolio of engaging mobile games but also stepping into the realm of blockchain technology through its integration with Tezos. This collaboration is set to offer players a unique blend of traditional gaming and innovative web3 features, promising enhanced retention and rewarding experiences.

As the game industry continues to evolve, the partnership between TapNation and Tezos highlights the growing trend of incorporating blockchain elements to enrich gameplay. Players can look forward to a dynamic and secure gaming experience as Athletics Rush evolves with its upcoming blockchain features in August. 

Source: blockchaingamer.biz