Polygon partners with Nexon to launch MapleStory NFT Universe
Nexon, the largest game developer and publisher in Korea, announced that it has selected Polygon, a leading Ethereum scaling blockchain protocol, to power the blockchain ecosystem for its popular game, “MapleStory Universe.” The adoption of Polygon Supernetts represents a remarkable progress for the game as it stands to benefit from the advanced functionalities and features they offer.
With this partnership, the in-game economy of the “MapleStory Universe” will be able to thrive thanks to the cutting-edge technology offered by Polygon. As a result, players can expect a more immersive and rewarding experience, with a number of new features and functions that will improve overall gameplay.
Polygon Labs, the Polygon Protocol development and growth team, will provide both technical and business support for the game, ensuring it continues to evolve and grow over time. This collaboration will help further cement Polygon’s position as a leading player in the blockchain space, while also demonstrating Nexon’s commitment to innovation and being at the forefront of the gaming industry.
Nexon brings MapleStory to Web3
The MapleStory Universe franchise is the subject of Nexon’s ambitious plans. They are bringing the popular pixelated 2D RPG series into the Web3 gaming world by creating a new game based on the franchise. This move is sure to be a game changer for both Nexon and the gaming industry as a whole.
The new web3 MapleStory Universe game will differ from the current game in several ways. While in the current game, players spend in-game currency to buy, sell, and trade items with each other, in the new game, players will earn NFTs through gameplay, such as hunting monsters and completing quests.
These NFTs will unlock different perks and tools in different games and applications in the ecosystem, creating an exciting new way to engage with the MapleStory Universe franchise.
To support this new ecosystem, Nexon is launching a private Supernet on Polygon, a dedicated blockchain solution that offers high-performance, customizable app chains with low to no transaction costs. For gaming industry leaders like Nexon, who want to expand on Web3, this technology is an ideal solution. The supernet also provides access to premium tools and services to support any game or metaverse use case, making it an ideal fit for the evolving landscape of online gaming.
Final thoughts
The introduction of the MapleStory Universe franchise into the Web3 gaming world represents an important milestone in the gaming industry’s ongoing evolution. With NFT, Supernet and other cutting-edge technologies, the next generation of virtual worlds is on its way, and Nexon is leading the way.
Ken Emmanuel is a blockchain content writer, a Web3 enthusiast and a social media management strategist, he enjoys writing educational content to help people become more knowledgeable and inspired. The growth of any organization he works with is always his priority. He is a geographer by profession and loves to read.
