Global phenom PUBG has partnered with Banger to incorporate non-fungible tokens into its environment.
Reportedly, the NFT update is set to go live starting in 2023. The underlying blockchain tech and development will be provided by Banger. The latter is a specialized platform, providing NFT integration in various gaming ecosystems.
Regarding the NFT integration in PUBG, gamers can sign up for the alpha version and, automatically, receive a chance to win a special digital collectible from Banger. While the prize is not to be traded, it represents Banger’s welcome to alpha test participants.
The alpha test comes with three challenges that avid PUBG fans have to perform. According to Banger’s Chief Product Officer, the alpha test demonstrates that PUBG can obtain benefits from NFT integration without having to invest at first. Besides this, the player’s gaming experience will not be affected by the NFT integration process.
Banger has announced fresh extra updates and a limited NFT collection which provides digital collectibles. To address the rise in scams on the blockchain, Banger will oversee all blockchain-related security and maintenance aspects on behalf of PUBG.
The gaming industry began in integrate NFTs into the experience it provides in order to increase the degree of interactivity in the virtual world. Game designers noticed that players have a particular desire to own virtual assets which can be created or traded to enlarge their worth. Banger’s NFT integration into PUBG will put both businesses to the test; on the one hand, the NFT segment wants to increase its expansion, while the gaming world wishes to increase player retention.