BLOCKLORDS Founder AMA
While the web3 gaming wave seems to have slowed down following the recent market crash, there are a number of unique, “gaming first” projects that we just can’t wait to see on the open market! Some of these boast elaborate lores, while others offer surreal graphics and extensive game design; and we can also start to appreciate that the token isn’t the only selling point.
Today we have David Johansson, Founder & CEO of BLOCKLORDS (find out more here), sharing his vision and goals with his project, as well as providing insights from the operator’s perspective.
Q: What was the inspiration behind creating BLOCKLORDS?
A: BLOCKLORDS was envisioned in 2017 with the idea of creating a fun, shared, audience-centered entertainment experience. People take pride in what they have and what they’ve created. With BLOCKLORDS, we’re uniting these concepts and creating something truly new that the entertainment space has never seen before.
Q: Could you expand on your team’s experience and track record?
A: We’re fortunate to have an incredibly talented team from all over the world. MetaKing Studios has decades of combined entertainment experience, including artists, designers, and developers who previously worked at studios including EA, Ubisoft, Paradox, Creative Assembly and have worked directly with Apple, Google, Lucasfilm, Disney, Universal, and Netflix.
Q: What are the biggest advantages of web3 technology in the gaming industry?
A: So many facets of traditional web2 games are all about ownership. Players have their own avatars, items, skins, stats, and resources. Yet they don’t truly own any of these things — the game studios do. There’s no monetary value in any of these things even though they’ve poured an incredible amount of time and effort into the game. That’s where web3 technology comes in. Web3 empowers players to truly own their in-game assets. By investing their time, effort, and skill into BLOCKLORDS, players can truly own their legacy in a meaningful way that appreciates based on their skill and efforts, not hype.
Q: How would you describe the current web3 gaming landscape?
A: The current market has suffered a horrible blow and is nothing short of crushed. However, this is when heroes and builders truly shine. Our team is focused on creating a top-tier gaming and entertainment experience for our users. There’s lots of great projects out there that have received funding, but making great games takes time, and adding effective, meaningful web3 integration takes even longer. It’s all about vision and commitment. The best opportunities are found in bear markets, and BLOCKLORDS will be no exception.
Q: What do you believe will drive players to BLOCKLORDS?
A: At the core, BLOCKLORDS is built to be a fun experience, even beyond the game itself. We’re not making a web3 game for the quick buck or the hype. BLOCKLORDS is built on one solid principle: Fun conquers all. By placing focus on player-driven ownership and entertainment, we’re doing something other projects haven’t — we’re creating a meaningful brand that’s about far more than just web3. It’s about bringing people together to have a great time and creating memorable experiences that will last for decades to come.
Q: With so many gaming projects flooding the market, how do you plan to attract users?
A: There’s plenty of games out there that try to accomplish something, but there’s very few that will do it well. We bring open transparency to our players, credibility, clear values, and relevancy. As gamers ourselves we speak their language. We understand what does and doesn’t work and what a fun experience feels like even beyond the game, which is why even our official Discord server is gamified. We’re fortunate to also have an amazing array of investors, partners, supporters and community members who believe in the project just as much as we do. Above all we attract users with a fun experience.
Q: What defines the game’s success?
A: Of course, creating a fun experience is integral to BLOCKLORDS’ success. Successfully onboarding non-web3 native players through play and education is a big element for the game, as is creating a successful ecosystem driven by the players that withstands the test of time. But there’s more to it than just the game. We’re already looking at ways of expanding the BLOCKLORDS franchise to create even more meaningful fun.
Q: What is the long-term vision for BLOCKLORDS?
A: I can’t share too many details just yet, but I can say BLOCKLORDS will be more than just a AAA web3 grand strategy game. With the support of our players, our partners, our supporters and our team, we’re aiming to make a lasting impact that will shape culture and the future of entertainment. The outlook for the future of BLOCKLORDS is very bright, and I can’t wait to share more as time goes on.
Q: What do you believe to be the core feature of BLOCKLORDS?
A: Solid gameplay loops are at the very foundation of BLOCKLORDS as a gaming experience. Core features include true player ownership of their Heroes, and the Dynasty system which further supports and enables this through web3 technology. Players will be able to pass on their Hero’s unique traits and stats via heirs, allowing them to truly forge and own their legacy within the world. No matter your preferred playstyle within the world of BLOCKLORDS: farming, fighting, ruling, or conquering, all are fun and valid avenues to manifest your legacy.
Q: How do you plan to make the token sustainable within the ecosystem?
A: The four BLOCKLORDS Pillars of Play are designed with tokens in mind. Tokens only add to the gameplay, allowing users to not only extract value from the BLOCKLORDS ecosystem, but also benefit each other based on their contribution. For example, Lords can stake tokens as a way of paying Knights to protect Farmers from Raiders, thus benefiting the Farmers to be safer and more productive, while the Knights earn a salary and the Lords profit from more resources, which they can then invest into city infrastructure. Furthermore, all Heroes have a limited lifespan, so marriage and heirs play an important role in keeping legacies alive. Tokens can be used to aid in creating heirs, as well as increasing the size of armies, giving it sustainable value within the game’s ecosystem.
Q: What is your strategy for community building and growth?
A: Above all, our goal is to create a fun experience. By continually involving the community, our partners, and our supporters in our efforts we’re creating an environment where everyone benefits. Because ultimately, we’re all here to have fun. As long as we stay true to that, the rest will come naturally.
Final Words
We would like to thank David from BLOCKLORDS for his invaluable thoughts and providing insights into his project. We are most certainly excited for people all around the world to dip their toes into the most ambitious strategy game of our age, including ourselves!
Website: https://blocklords.com/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/BLOCKLORDS
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