In Brief:
- Parallel Studios has just announced the Early Alpha Access for its new game Colony, starting September 22, exclusively available on the Solana Seeker smartphone.
- The Colony game is a futuristic blockchain simulation that integrates AI technology, requiring players to manage resources and survival strategies.
- The Solana Seeker phone is necessary to access the game and retails for $500, featuring advanced web3 and gaming capabilities.
Parallel Studios has recently expanded its gaming portfolio with the announcement of Early Alpha Access for its latest offering, Colony. This new game comes on the heels of their recent Deception expansion for their flagship game. Colony is set in a sci-fi-themed Parallel universe, where players must use their wits and resources to ensure the survival of their bases. The game is designed to leverage AI technology, creating a deep blockchain simulation experience.
Gameplay and Features
In Colony, players engage in a rich, immersive gameplay environment, where resource gathering, infrastructure building, and tackling environmental challenges are paramount. Players work alongside AI agents known as Parallel Avatars. These Avatars assist players, with options to choose from different personality profiles and factions, which adds layers of strategy and variety to the game. Additionally, Colony introduces Crates priced at $10 each, containing unique pets, skins, and other items. Each Crate purchase includes entry into a giveaway for exclusive game content.
Early Alpha Access Details
Colony is slated for launch on Monday, September 22, at 9 AM PST. To participate, players must own a Solana Seeker phone, underscoring the exclusive partnership with the web3-enabled mobile device. Interested players can register for free on the official website of Parallel Studios and should watch for further instructions to be released on launch day.
The Solana Seeker Phone
The Solana Seeker, developed by Solana Mobile Inc., combines typical Android features with specialized web3 and gaming functionalities, making it ideal for Colony. Its specs include a MediaTek Dimensity 7300 processor, 8 GB RAM, and a 6.36-inch AMOLED 120 Hz display. The device supports wireless charging with a 4,500 mAh battery. Additional features tailored for web3 activities include the Seed Vault Wallet, a Seeker Genesis Token for ecosystem rewards, and a unified wallet address and identity token, Seeker ID. The device also supports Solana dApp Store 2.0, hosting a plethora of DeFi, NFT, gaming, and more applications.
About Parallel Studios
Founded in 2021 with an initial investment of $50 million, Parallel Studios has quickly grown within the blockchain gaming industry. Apart from Colony, their product range includes Parallel TCG and the third-person shooter Sanctuary. Parallel TCG is presently in open beta and available on PC and selected mobile platforms, with further expansions planned. As the studio progresses, it continues to tap into the latest in blockchain and gaming technologies, striving to deliver innovative and engaging user experiences.