What Is ‘NFL Rivals’? The iOS and Android Football Game With NFTs on Polkadot
NFL Rivals is a mobile game for iOS and Android that blends arcade-style American football gameplay with NFTs, creating a unique experience that utilizes blockchain technology. Developed with official NFL and player licenses, the game offers a free-to-play model, combining traditional mobile sports gaming with a crypto twist through digital player cards, some of which are NFTs.
NFL Rivals is designed to be more casual than highly detailed football simulators like the Madden NFL series. Players build teams of NFL players through digital cards, which they can obtain from packs in the game’s store. The game focuses on offense-only matches, where players can choose from a set of simple plays, either running or passing the ball, and control the actions of the running back or receiver.
There are various gameplay modes, including:
AI-based matches where you play offense against the computer.
Challenges that simulate dramatic game scenarios (like coming from behind in the fourth quarter).
Limited-time events that provide opportunities to earn rewards and unlock new players.
The game will also introduce live player-versus-player (PvP) matches in future updates. However, for now, there’s no defensive play, which some might find limiting in terms of competitive action.
The most innovative aspect of NFL Rivals is its use of NFTs (non-fungible tokens). Some player cards are minted as NFTs on the Mythos Chain, which is built on Polkadot blockchain technology. These NFT cards can be traded on secondary marketplaces, giving players a chance to earn money if they unlock rare or special edition players.
Players can acquire Mythos (MYTH) tokens to buy or sell these NFT cards. However, not all player cards are NFTs—many are base cards that can't be traded outside the game.
Unlock or buy mystery packs of players, which may contain either NFT or non-NFT cards.
If you receive an NFT card, you can list it on a secondary marketplace and trade using Mythos tokens.
For in-game purchases, there’s also a premium currency that isn't tied to the blockchain, allowing users to bypass app store crypto restrictions.
While NFL Rivals isn’t aiming to dethrone Madden in terms of realism, it’s carving out its niche by offering an arcade-like experience with the added dimension of NFTs. The blend of easy-to-grasp football mechanics, licensed NFL players, and the potential to earn through trading NFTs makes it appealing for both casual gamers and those interested in blockchain gaming.
The game's accessibility, combined with the growing popularity of NFTs in the gaming space, makes NFL Rivals a unique entry into the mobile gaming landscape.
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