Regina Capuz dives into Immortal Rising 2, the highly anticipated sequel from Planetarium that blends dark fantasy RPG elements with blockchain technology. Released on September 13, 2024, for iOS and Android, the game invites players to become resurrected Immortals battling the Seven Demons to restore their realm. With a focus on strategic combat, AFK progression, and a player-driven economy, Immortal Rising 2 aims to cater to both crypto natives and traditional gamers.
Gameplay and Core Mechanics
Players develop unique combat styles by collecting ancient artifacts and mastering skills. The game requires constant adaptation as adversaries grow tougher. The AFK (away-from-keyboard) mechanic allows progress even when offline, ideal for busy players. Upcoming guild features will enable cooperative challenges and resource competition, shifting power dynamics within the community. The game’s immersive lore and challenging strategic depth make it stand on its own as a quality RPG, independent of its blockchain layer.
Play-to-Airdrop Campaign
Immortal Rising 2 is currently running a Play-to-Airdrop campaign via pre-registration at the YGG Play Summit. Participants can earn token rewards and NFTs early, without any upfront investment. Full details are available on the official announcement: https://x.com/immortalrising2/status/1859866633579397561. This campaign lowers the entry barrier and incentivizes early adopters to explore the game.
Triple-Currency Tokenomics
The in-game economy revolves around three key assets:
- $IMT (Immortal Token): The native governance token, used for staking, in-game transactions, and voting on game policies via a community-driven DAO. Holders can influence updates and balance changes.
- Starlight: A high-value reward currency earned through gameplay. It is essential for creating Mercenary and Land NFTs. Players can convert Starlight to $IMT at a dynamic exchange rate, or to Stardust at a fixed 1:1 rate.
- Stardust: An irreversible in-game currency for character growth and crafting U-grade items. It adds a friction layer that prevents unlimited conversion and maintains economic balance.
This tokenomic design fosters a sustainable, player-driven ecosystem where every achievement and decision contributes to the evolving game world.
Web3 Integration: Additive and Accessible
Regina highlights that Immortal Rising 2’s Web3 integration is additive rather than superfluous. NFT ownership, player governance, and reward systems are seamlessly woven into the gameplay. The blockchain features are introduced gradually, so traditional gamers can enjoy the core experience without needing crypto knowledge. For crypto-savvy players, staking $IMT and participating in DAO votes add meaningful depth. The game scores high on replayability due to its mix of active battles, AFK progress, diverse combat styles, and artifact experimentation.
Who Should Play?
Fans of dark fantasy RPGs will appreciate the strategic challenges and compelling narrative. Non-crypto players can fully enjoy the game without touching tokens, while blockchain enthusiasts can leverage governance, staking, and NFT trading. Currently available only on mobile devices, the author hopes Windows and macOS versions will follow. Catch live streams every Saturday at 12 PM EST on Twitch to see the game in action.