Timefront, an innovative blockchain real-time strategy (RTS) game, merges web3 technology with user-generated content (UGC). The game recently unveiled the TimeKeepers free mint, scheduled for October 23rd at 2 PM UTC, hosted on Xterio’s launchpad.
What Are Timefront’s TimeKeepers?
The TimeKeepers are enigmatic artifacts bestowing significant benefits and unique rewards upon their holders within the Timefront universe. The genesis collection consists of 777 NFTs on the Ethereum blockchain, categorized into three distinct rarities: Rare, Mythic, and Fabled. Each rarity comes with various perks.
Rarity Breakdown
- Rare TimeKeepers: Comprising 60% of the total collection, these NFTs provide holders with a points airdrop at the Token Generation Event (TGE), access to alpha and beta test invitations, free guild creation, direct communication with developers via a private channel, exclusive profile enhancements, Discord privileges, and early game content previews.
- Mythic TimeKeepers: Making up 30% of the total supply, these NFTs encompass all the benefits of Rare TimeKeepers, plus a larger points airdrop, discounts on day one booster packs, whitelisting for exclusive mints from game partners, and the capability to send alpha and beta invites to friends.
- Fabled TimeKeepers: Representing the rarest 10% of NFTs in this collection, owning a Fabled TimeKeeper opens up all Rare and Mythic rewards, along with special pack airdrops during events and a substantial points airdrop at TGE.
TimeKeepers Free Mint Details
Last month, developers announced a partnership with Binance Labs-supported Xterio, aimed at promoting the free mint of this NFT collection within the expanding web3 and AI gaming ecosystem. All three rarities—Rare, Mythic, and Fabled—will be available on the Ethereum network on October 23rd at 2 PM UTC, though details on whether all 777 NFTs will be released remain unclear.
This mint is exclusive to whitelisted users, aimed at “early adopters, key community members, and partners,” as specified in the official FAQ on their Discord. Those eager to join the action may still have a chance to secure one of five giveaway spots through Premint. Completing Zealy quests may also enhance one’s chances of being selected for the FCFS Timelist. Players can increase their opportunities to gain whitelisting through engaging in various activities, such as boosting the Discord server, social media engagement via the Engage Bot, joining community events, leveling up in Discord with the Mee6 Bot, and supporting the web3 strategy game on social platforms. Join their Discord server to stay updated on final chances.
What Is Timefront?
Timefront is a free-to-play web3 RTS designed to empower user-generated content, providing both web2 and blockchain gaming enthusiasts the tools needed to craft custom games reminiscent of classic strategy powerhouses like Starcraft and Warcraft 3.
Gameplay Experience
Players choose from five unique races in a high-fantasy universe crafted using Unreal Engine 5, which seamlessly integrates web3 features to cultivate a genuine creator economy. The game emphasizes real-time strategy and macro-management, favoring tactical excellence over mere multitasking. The deckbuilding aspect introduces a preparation phase where players can curate tailored loadouts with their preferred Race, Units, Hero, Artifacts, and abilities for each match. Players can modify strategies mid-game by seizing Mercenary camps, unlocking fresh Units, Artifacts, Technologies, and strategic bonuses.
Maps and Resource Management
Each map in Timefront consists of Provinces and Settlements available for conquest, with each Province containing multiple Settlements that yield units, currency, and construction opportunities when captured. Resource collection differs from traditional methods; players generate resources by strategically placing buildings adjacent to resource nodes and capturing more Provinces. AI opponents have been fine-tuned using neural network technology to ensure a competitive experience that rivals human gameplay.
Game Modes and Features
The game will include various modes: a single-player campaign, AI skirmishes, free custom games, and multiplayer options. Players engaged in multiplayer matches can earn tokens and ephemeral packs that provide temporary in-game assets, with the potential to mint these assets into fully-leveled NFTs at market prices if desired.
Community and Creativity
The developers aim to revive the essence of classic RTS games, offering an intricate strategic gameplay experience while encouraging players to design a variety of custom community games that could potentially innovate new genres. Utilizing web3 technology will enable creators to actualize and monetize their ideas through the game’s custom editor, the Worldshaper SDK. This editor will grant creators complete ownership and the ability to commercialize their strategic gameplay creations, thus incentivizing modders to develop with it. Players will have access to comprehensive tools, assets, and code for modifying, publishing, composing, and monetizing their custom creations.
How to Participate
To join the upcoming beta release, players can submit their email addresses on the official Timefront website, which also features an in-depth 46-page whitepaper detailing the game’s future. The projected four-stage roadmap includes alpha and beta launches anticipated during Stage 2 (Q4 2024 – Q1 2025), concluding with the TGE. The beta phase will culminate in Stage 3 (Q2-Q4 2025), featuring multiplayer modes, production-ready SDK, community mods, and the first campaign Act. Stage 4 (2026) targets the second Act’s launch and the addition of new features, maps, Units, Heroes, and Artifacts.
For a glimpse of the game, check out this exclusive gameplay teaser on Twitter/X.