Axie Infinity has rolled out its brand new Origins Shop, featuring exclusive cosmetics and the introduction of two unique starter Axies, Noir and Rouge. Available at a special launch price, these characters are a vital part of an upcoming high-stakes contest. To make the deal sweeter, these starter Axies are currently offered at a discounted rate of 500 gems each.
Gem Store: A New Way to Shop
Axie Infinity has also unveiled the Axie Gem Store, a dedicated platform for purchasing off-chain gems. These gems can be used in the Origins Shop for various items and consumables. Gamers can now buy Axie Gems using various cryptocurrencies like USDC, RON, SLP, and AXS through the App.Axie platform. Once purchased, these gems will be directly credited to the player’s Origins account, streamlining the shopping experience.
Beyond the new Axies, the Origins Shop also offers upgrade materials to enhance your starters faster. And for those who love in-game cosmetics, there’s a gacha system to win unique avatars, borders, and stickers, including popular designs from previous releases. Looking ahead, the shop will expand its inventory to include items like Reward Passes, Battle Passes, Crafting Packs, Stamina, AXP Boosts, and sealed Runes and Charms.
Origins Vault
Additionally, another significant announcement is the introduction of the Origins Vault. Axie Infinity is dedicating 90% of the revenue from Gem sales to this vault. The funds will be used to enhance the Origins experience, while 10% of the revenue will boost the Axie Community Treasury. The plan includes attracting more players, expanding to more countries, and strengthening the development team for accelerated progress.
Retro Mode: A Nostalgic Twist
Lastly, Axie Infinity has returned the charm with a new ‘Retro’ game mode for those who miss the classic gameplay. This mode reintroduces beloved mechanics like Class Advantage, Class Bonus, and Critical Hits. Retro is just the beginning, located under the ‘Arcade’ section, with more unique game modes anticipated in the future.