The XR Foundation, in partnership with Saltwater Games, unveils its latest milestone: the launch of XR One, a gaming-focused blockchain platform poised to revolutionize the gaming industry. Powered by its proprietary $XR token and powered by the innovative Layer 3 Orbit chain co-developed by the Saltwater.Labs team, XR One represents a monumental leap forward in gaming technology.
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The origins of XR One are characterized by collaboration and innovation. With grant funding from the Arbitrum Foundation, Saltwater Games has led the development of the Layer 3 Orbit chain, leveraging the scalability and flexibility of emerging Web3 technologies.
This strategic partnership has resulted in XR One, a platform designed to support deep customization, rapid development, and immersive gaming experiences. David Plisek, Chief Operating Officer of Saltwater Games, reflects on the journey that led to the creation of XR One and says:
“XR One has been in the works for a few years and we have been in deep discussions with a range of blockchain technology partners who are waiting for the convergence of technologies to allow us to take the leap.”
David Plisek, Chief Operating Officer of Saltwater Games
At its core, XR One is driven by a commitment to innovation, impact and inclusivity. By empowering players to shape the future of gaming through their involvement and contributions, XR One aims to create a dynamic and immersive gaming ecosystem. With a roadmap focused on integrating live-ops Web3 titles, XR One is poised to bring players a wide range of competitive gaming experiences.
Chris Abbott, Chief Strategy Officer of Saltwater Games, highlights XR One’s player-centric approach, stating, “XR One is not just a blockchain; it is a network dedicated to the progression and evolution of competitive gaming.”
XR One promises a host of features designed to enhance the gaming experience. From seamless market transactions to gameplay-enhancing features like AI and user-generated content (UGC), XR One aims to set a new standard for interactive entertainment. Central to the XR One ecosystem is the $XR token, which serves as the native gas token critical to network security and decentralization.
Looking ahead, XR One’s expansion efforts include forging real-world partnerships and enriching the XR One ecosystem with tangible benefits for players. David Bolger, Senior Partnerships Manager at Offchain Labs, confirms the importance of Web3 gaming in driving blockchain adoption, stating: “Web3 gaming will play a major role in the mass adoption of blockchain technology.”
Join XR One and Saltwater Games to shape the future of gaming and be part of a community that is redefining interactive entertainment. Visit Saltwater Games to learn more about XR One and join the XR Foundation’s vision for the games industry.
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About saltwater games
Saltwater Games, backed by DeusX Capital, 4RC, Primal VC, Animoca and more, is a next-generation gaming studio pioneering the convergence of AI, spatial computing, digital assets and real-world integration in gaming.
About the Arbitrum Foundation
Founded in March 2023, the Arbitrum Foundation supports and grows the Arbitrum network and its community with secure scaling solutions for Ethereum. Arbitrum Network is a leading EVM-compatible Layer-2 scaling solution developed by Offchain Labs, offering ultra-fast, low-cost transactions with security derived from Ethereum via Optimistic Rollup technology.
