Introducing OPEN, the first genre-defining AAA metaverse gaming experience with top-tier IP powered by web3 technology.
Coming to
@thereadyverse
.
#opensoon
We are building an MMO experience featuring unique universes, including one inspired by
@readyplayerone
! Each universe in OPEN is called a biome. 🔥
Developed in collaboration with Ernest Cline, the author of Ready Player One, OPEN integrates iconic content from the Ready
We will bring you regular dev blogs, patch notes, and other updates—guiding you through the extensive process of OPEN’s development thus far. We’ll also be showing you art concepts and sketches, illustrations, animations, 3D models of characters, weapons, environment, and more
Meet the team bringing you
#OPEN
.
Introducing our Senior Game Level Designer: meet Christian Reichel from
@WalkerLabs_
! With 10 years of experience, in both AAA and indie game development, he specializes in shooter-level design and proved his talent and expertise. 🚀
The talented team at
@TheReadyverse
and
@WalkerLabs_
is building an extensive gaming experience with multiple biomes, and the first and biggest one will be ‘OPEN’. This experience is inspired by the foundational concepts of the Ready Player One world, in collaboration with Ernest
Are you wondering where the name OPEN comes from? 👀
OPEN derives its name from the principles that The Readyverse will champion including asset interoperability, digital ownership, decentralization, and security. 🚀
Prepare to experience
#OPEN
on PC. More information coming
“Joining forces with
@WalkerLabs_
team of seasoned game devs from Epic, DICE, Microsoft, PlayStation, Remedy, EA, and more, has allowed us to tackle the genre-defining challenge of building a AAA, MMO open metaverse experience worthy of iconic IP” said
@thereadyverse
Co-Founders.
Among additional globally recognized IP, such as
@reebok
and
@deloreanmotorco
featured in the teaser, OPEN will feature a
@readyplayerone
biome where fans can engage in competitive experiences born from the novel and film itself; including branded environments and skins.
Showcasing a variety of gaming disciplines with tactical positioning, sly movement, strategic shooting, and driving skills taking center stage. Collaborate with allies, strategize for advantages, and immerse yourself in intense gameplay sessions.
OPEN derives its name from the principles that The Readyverse will champion, including asset interoperability, digital ownership, decentralization and security.
“As avid fans of the IP entering OPEN, especially
@readyplayerone
which came to define the open metaverse for mainstream consumers, we're busy crafting a memorable lore, in collaboration with Ernest Cline, where players can immerse themselves for years to come,” Wajhi Jafri, EP.
Once the concept art is finalized, our 3D modelers step in. They transform the 2D drawings into detailed 3D models and meticulously sculpt the character's features, ensuring every detail is accurately represented. 🔥
Stay tuned for more art reveals!
Our talented artists work under our Art Director to bring initial sketches to capture the essence of the character, exploring different looks and styles. This is the first step in giving them a unique personality and visual appeal. 🚀
We kick off with the concept art and design. The first stop is brainstorming, and this process requires researching references, character descriptions as well as briefings with designers and writers. This is followed up by the sketching process. 🧑🏻🎨
🔵 The next generation of the internet - web3, is all about decentralization and user empowerment. Some of the key features of the metaverse are real-time interaction, digital economy, security, and privacy.
Christian contributed to titles including the Wolfenstein series, Metal: Hellsinger, Project Black, and more. He is a big gamer and loves to play different genres as he draws inspiration from many titles. 🔥
🔵 The metaverse could be described as a world of interconnected virtual spaces where people can socialize, play games, and own things. That's the metaverse in a nutshell.
His rich experience includes work as a Level Designer at
@machinegames
on
@wolfenstein
games, as well as background as a Senior Level Designer at
@fishlabs
, and as a Lead Simulation Designer at Pixaera. 🎮
#gamedesign