The XR Foundation, in collaboration with Saltwater Games, unveils its latest milestone: the launch of XR One, a gaming-dedicated blockchain platform poised to revolutionize the gaming industry. Powered by its native $XR token and fueled by the innovative Layer 3 Orbit chain co-developed by the Saltwater.Labs team, XR One represents a monumental leap forward in gaming technology.
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The genesis of XR One is marked by collaboration and innovation. With grant funding from the Arbitrum Foundation, Saltwater Games has spearheaded the development of the Layer 3 Orbit chain, harnessing the scalability and flexibility of emerging Web3 technologies.
This strategic partnership has culminated in XR One, a platform designed to support deep customization, rapid development, and immersive gaming experiences. David Plisek, Chief Operating Officer of Saltwater Games, reflects on the journey leading to XR One’s fruition, stating:
“XR One has been in the works for a couple of years, and we have been deep in conversations with a range of blockchain technology partners waiting for the convergence of technologies to enable us to take the leap.”
David Plisek, Chief Operating Officer of Saltwater Games
At its core, XR One is driven by a commitment to innovation, impact, and inclusivity. By empowering players to shape the future of gaming through their engagement and contributions, XR One aims to create a dynamic and immersive gaming ecosystem. With a roadmap focused on integrating live-ops Web3 titles, XR One is poised to offer players a diverse array of competitive gaming experiences.
Chris Abbott, Chief Strategy Officer of Saltwater Games, emphasizes XR One’s player-centric approach, stating, “XR One is not just another blockchain; it’s a network dedicated to the progression and evolution of competitive gaming.”
XR One promises a host of features designed to enhance the gaming experience. From seamless marketplace transactions to gameplay-enhancing features like AI and user-generated content (UGC), XR One aims to set a new standard for interactive entertainment. Central to XR One’s ecosystem is the $XR Token, serving as the native gas token crucial for network security and decentralization.
Looking ahead, XR One’s expansion efforts include forging real-world partnerships and enriching the XR One ecosystem with tangible benefits for players. David Bolger, Senior Partnerships Manager at Offchain Labs, affirms the significance of Web3 gaming in driving blockchain adoption, stating, “Web3 gaming is set to play a significant role in the mass adoption of blockchain technology.”
Join XR One and Saltwater Games in shaping the future of gaming and be part of a community that is redefining interactive entertainment. Visit Saltwater Games to learn more about XR One and participate in the XR Foundation’s vision for the games industry.
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About Saltwater Games
Saltwater Games, backed by DeusX Capital, 4RC, Primal VC, Animoca and more, is a next-generation game studio pioneering the convergence of AI, spatial computing, digital assets, and real-world integration in gaming.
About The Arbitrum Foundation
Founded in March 2023, the Arbitrum Foundation supports and grows the Arbitrum network and its community with secure scaling solutions for Ethereum. Arbitrum network is a leading EVM-compatible Layer-2 scaling solution developed by Offchain Labs, offering ultra-fast, low-cost transactions with security derived from Ethereum through Optimistic Rollup technology.