NetEase partners with Cards Ahoy to bring a NARAKA character into Web3 gaming, giving Cards Ahoy rights to use Nin Hongye. This partnership aims to expand Cards Ahoy's audience leveraging NARAKA's success, developed by 24 Entertainment NetEase, which sold over 40 million copies and ranked in the top 200 best-selling games.
Cards Ahoy is a next-gen card game with Web3 elements, reminiscent of Clash Royale. It features familiar characters and competitive gameplay, attracting a broad audience with quick matches and viral potential.
The Cards Ahoy development team, including veterans from NetEase, Ubisoft, Blizzard, and Riot Games, underscores the game's reliability and future prospects. Its closed beta in November 2023 drew over 1.2 million pre-registrations, confirming interest in the game.
The third closed beta, limited to 4,500 players, attracted over ten thousand participants and high praise from industry celebrities. The game shows a high retention rate and popularity in the Asian gaming community, standing out in the Web3 game landscape.
Cards Ahoy's public testing is set for March 27, coinciding with the Genesis mining event in the OKX Web3 wallet, offering players a chance for airdrops and extra rewards. This event highlights the growing interest in the game and its potential in the Web3 world.
