Influence Announces Limited Mainnet Release

Originally scheduled for a summer launch, Influence has shifted its gears and is now all set to kickstart with a limited mainnet release, followed by an extensive pre-release on a testnet. The much-anticipated official Exploitation launch is also on the horizon, aiming to make this year memorable for gamers and blockchain enthusiasts alike.

The summer passed by without the expected Influence releases, leaving fans eager but patient. However, the wait is over, as Influence finally unveils its plans, including a date for a limited mainnet release, with further updates scheduled for the year.

Influence is making a strategic move by running on Starknet, a layer-2 scaling solution for Ethereum. The delay in their plans can be attributed to ensuring Starknet is fully prepared for the spotlight. The good news is, Influence has officially declared a limited mainnet release on October 12th, at 14:00 UTC. This release will empower players to bridge their assets to Starknet, complete crew assignments, scan asteroids, personalize asteroids and crew, and even recruit new crew members.

The upcoming testnet pre-release will encompass a full gaming experience, allowing players to build bases, harvest resources, refine materials, and construct ships. Special events and missions will be included, providing players with the opportunity to earn titles, collect limited items, and enjoy in-game discounts. Moreover, this release introduces the in-game SWAY token, adding a new layer of excitement.

Once the testnet version undergoes thorough testing, necessary patches, and is deemed ready, it will transition to the live servers, marking the beginning of the game's initial phase, Exploitation, and heralding the official launch.

Unveiling Influence: A Space-Based MMORPG

Influence takes players on a journey through space, where a colony ship finds itself at its destination, only to discover uninhabitable planets. The ship's commander makes the bold decision to establish a civilization in an asteroid belt. As players stake their claims on asteroids in the belt, the game introduces elements like mining crews, bases, merchants, wealth, and the inevitable conflicts that arise.

Apart from asteroids and ships, players also own Crew NFTs. These crew members come with the option of creating a background storyline. Players craft the story through a text-based narrative, where choices influence the crew member's traits and in-game abilities, allowing for a personalized gaming experience.

Realistic Simulation and Unique Features

What sets Influence apart is its commitment to a realistic simulation. Resource production processes are complex, mirroring real-life, and even the asteroids themselves feature orbital dynamics. Unlike static maps, the asteroids are in constant motion, each with its unique orbital parameters. This dynamic movement creates daily variations in the distance between asteroids, adding a layer of complexity and immersion to the game world.

Influence's journey from a delayed summer release to its planned pre-alpha launch promises an exciting and immersive gaming experience for enthusiasts who are eager to explore the depths of space in this unique MMORPG.