Immortal Rising 2 RPG is Now Backed by $3 Million in Funding

Planetarium Labs, one of the pioneers in community-driven Web3 gaming, has announced that its flagship title, Immortal Rising 2, has secured $3 million in funding. This announcement came just days after a highly successful NFT sale and ahead of the Token Generation Event (TGE) this week. The surge of support underscores the game’s role to redefine the boundaries of decentralized gaming.

Funding and Investor Confidence: A Testament to Innovation in Gaming

Immortal Rising 2’s successful funding round, which saw participation from prominent Web3 investors like Spartan Group, Immutable, MARBLEX, Comma3 Ventures, and others, highlights the growing confidence in its innovative approach. These investors recognize the game’s unique blend of engaging gameplay and robust Web3 mechanics. 

Robbie Ferguson, Co-Founder and President of Immutable, pointed to the game’s impressive download numbers, exceeding 8.8 million, and its strategic positioning within key gaming markets: “Immortal Rising 2 sits in the centre of a really powerful venn diagram: First, it’s built in Asia, the biggest gaming market in the world; Second, it’s designed for mobile, which is outpacing both PC and console in growth; Finally, it’s Immortal Rising 2 is fully integrated with web3 mechanics, so the growth of the game is aligned with player incentives. We’re really excited to bring this game to an even wider audience using Immutable zkEVM’s advanced scaling solutions, and our distribution platform, Immutable Play.”

Kelvin Koh, Co-founder & Partner of Spartan Group, emphasized the game’s role in advancing decentralized gaming, highlighting the concept of true player ownership and rewards. Similarly, Jin-pyo Hong, CEO of MARBLEX, recognized the synergistic potential between Web2 and Web3 gaming, positioning Immortal Rising 2 as a prime example of a game that delivers both engaging mechanics and meaningful digital ownership. The collective endorsement from these industry leaders signals a strong belief in Planetarium Labs’ vision and its ability to drive innovation within the Web3 gaming space.

NFT Success and TGE: Building a Vibrant Ecosystem

The Immortal Statue NFT sale, which concluded ahead of the TGE, witnessed overwhelming demand, with collectors and players securing limited-edition NFTs that offer exclusive in-game benefits, token airdrops, and prestige within the Immortal Rising 2 ecosystem. This is due to the game’s ability to cultivate a thriving community and generate genuine excitement around its digital assets. The preceding Play-to-Airdrop (P2A) launchpool, where over 9 million SoulBound Tokens (SBTs) were claimed through daily missions, further underscored the community’s high level of engagement.

As Immortal Rising 2 launches its TGE today, the focus shifts to unlocking new opportunities for players and investors to participate in the game’s evolving economy and governance. The TGE will play a crucial role in establishing a decentralized framework, allowing participants to share in the game’s future and contribute to its ongoing development.