Ubisoft has discreetly launched a new game called Captain Laserhawk: The G.A.M.E., a multiplayer shooter based on the Netflix animated series Captain Laserhawk: A Blood Dragon Remix. This release, which features beloved characters including Rayman, has garnered little promotional effort, likely due to its incorporation of NFTs and blockchain technology. Players are required to purchase an NFT to access the game, a requirement that many find cumbersome. Although Ubisoft was an early adopter of NFTs in the gaming industry, interest in blockchain technology has waned considerably, making this quiet release seem like a final attempt to engage with Web 3. Fans of the platforming icon Rayman are still left anticipating a traditional game featuring him.

What is Captain Laserhawk: The G.A.M.E.?

Captain Laserhawk: The G.A.M.E. is a top-down multiplayer shooter released by Ubisoft, featuring characters from the Netflix animated series and Rayman. Players must buy an NFT to access the game, which has sparked various critiques regarding its gameplay and Web 3 integration.

Captain Laserhawk is based on the animated series derived from Far Cry: Blood Dragon, a DLC expansion from Far Cry 3 known for its retro aesthetic and humor. The show captures the charm of 80s action films, which resonates well with fans of the franchise. Despite the excitement surrounding the Captain Laserhawk series, gamers continue to anticipate a true revival of the Rayman platforming series, which has been notably absent from recent years' releases.