Off The Grid

Overview

Off the Grid (OTG) brings a new twist to cyberpunk shooters, blending the last-player-standing intensity of battle royales with the strategy and loot mechanics of extraction shooters. Developed by Gunzilla Games, OTG introduces players to the gritty landscape of Teardrop Island, a dystopian battleground where corporations clash, and players make choices that influence the world around them.

Game Lore

Set on Teardrop Island, Off the Grid dives into a world controlled by powerful corporations who use enhanced mercenaries to fight for territory, resources, and influence. The game explores themes of power, corruption, and rebellion, where each faction has its own motives and goals. Players are thrown into this corporate warfare, aligning with different factions, completing missions, and discovering the layers of conflict that shape the island’s future.

Gameplay and Features

Off The Grid presents a captivating and immersive experience in the realm of battle royale games, distinguished by its cyberpunk setting and innovative features.

Immersive Cyberpunk World

The game plunges players into a futuristic universe, where neon lights and advanced technology create a vivid dystopian atmosphere. This cyberpunk theme is not just aesthetic; it infuses every aspect of the game, from the design of the environments to the technology available to players. It offers a distinct flavor that sets Off The Grid apart from other titles in the battle royale genre, providing a fresh and engaging backdrop for the intense action.

Drop In and Gather Loot

Like other battle royales such as Fortnite, each match of Off the Grid starts with your character dropping from a plane, letting you choose your landing spot on the map. Once on the ground, you’ll search for loot crates filled with essentials like weapons, ammo, shields, and even Cyberlimbs. Speaking of firepower, OTG packs a full arsenal—from pistols and SMGs to sniper rifles and shotguns. The variety of gear gives players plenty of options to customize their loadout and adapt to the challenges they face.

Don't Let the Grid Touch You

As the game progresses, a familiar closing-circle mechanic kicks in, forcing the remaining players into an ever-smaller area. This “Grid” steadily shrinks, creating high-stakes zones for intense encounters. Some players prefer to control the center of each circle, staking out strategic vantage points early on. Others keep close to the edge, staying mobile and picking off competitors as they’re forced to move. The closing Grid adds layers of strategy, making each match dynamic and unpredictable.

Customize Yourself with Cyberlimbs

In OTG’s world, mercenaries enhanced by cybernetic modifications are hired by powerful mega-corporations. This setup extends into gameplay, where players can upgrade their characters with customizable Cyberlimbs. These aren’t just cosmetic changes like character skins or weapon wraps; Cyberlimbs give you distinct combat powers. Think of Cyberlimbs as a flexible take on the abilities you might find in Apex Legends: rather than having set skills, you can mix and match these cybernetic enhancements to fit your playstyle.

Cyberlimbs offer a range of capabilities, from launching missiles to enabling high jumps for better mobility, granting temporary invisibility, and even unleashing devastating melee attacks. These enhancements can be found in loot crates around the map, just like weapons, and can be swapped out to adjust your loadout as you play. This variety in abilities lets you make tactical decisions on the fly, adapting to the shifting battlefield with each encounter.

NFTs and Blockchain

Off the Grid (OTG) introduces a blockchain-powered ecosystem that adds depth and player agency to the game’s economy. Built on the GUNZ blockchain, OTG uses an Avalanche subnet to manage in-game assets securely and efficiently. At the core of this system is the GUN token, which players can earn and use to trade in-game items like cyberlimbs, skins, and weapons in the Gunzilla Marketplace. These items are represented as NFTs, giving players true ownership and the freedom to buy, sell, and trade their gear, creating a player-driven economy.

A unique feature of OTG’s blockchain system is the integration of Hexes—valuable resources scattered across the game world. Hexes are collected during missions or extraction runs and serve as a critical element in minting items into NFTs. Players can decode Hexes after extraction, revealing randomized traits or stats that impact gameplay. This decoding process adds a level of unpredictability, as each Hex holds unique attributes that can enhance weapons, boost stats, or unlock special abilities when minted into NFT form.

The Gunzilla Marketplace serves as the central hub for trading these NFT assets. Through the marketplace, players can use their GUN tokens to buy or sell items, with the game’s economy influenced solely by player transactions. Gunzilla Games has committed to not selling NFTs directly, letting players shape the market based on supply, demand, and in-game utility. For those seeking rewards and deeper involvement, OTG offers ways to earn GUN tokens through various in-game activities, such as completing missions, winning matches, or extracting rare resources. However, engaging with blockchain features is entirely optional. Players who prefer a traditional gaming experience can fully enjoy OTG without participating in the NFT or token aspects, while others can dive into the blockchain side to maximize their customization and potential rewards.

How to Get Started

Ready to dive into Off the Grid? You’re in luck, as OTG has recently opened early access to the public! The game is currently available on Windows (via the Epic Games Store), PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X, giving players a head start on exploring Teardrop Island. Grab your cyberlimbs, drop in, and get ready to shape the battlefield in this intense cyberpunk world. Once you’re in, check out our ultimate beginner’s guide to learn the basics and get up to speed quickly. It’s time to gear up and stay Off the Grid!