The science fiction trading card game Parallel, which supports non-fungible tokens (NFTs), will soon be available on the Epic Games Store after securing $35 million in funding. The game developers recently shared that Parallel will be included in the lineup of video games on the Epic Games Store marketplace. While an exact release date was not provided, players will have the option to download the game directly from the platform, and interested individuals can already add the game to their wishlist.

Parallel's funding was supported by various investors, including Distributed Global, The Operating Group, VanEck, Solana Ventures, Base Ecosystem Fund, and Amber. The game has raised a total of $85 million so far, with a storyline focusing on a strategic battle for control of Earth during a global energy crisis.

Since its launch in 2021, Parallel has been available as an open beta, allowing players to collect, trade, and interact with unique in-game assets represented by NFTs. The game's narrative centers around humanity's attempt to escape into space following environmental challenges.

The addition of Parallel to the Epic Games Store further expands the platform's collection of crypto-related games. For example, Shrapnel, a blockchain-based game similar to Call of Duty, previously entered early access on the store. Epic Games Store clarified its position on blockchain games in December 2023, indicating that they will not be prohibited on the platform, despite some receiving "Adults Only" ratings from the Entertainment Software Rating Board.

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