Cyberpunk City, the battle royale hero shooter developed by Cyberdeck Studios, is migrating from MultiversX to the Solana blockchain in January 2025. This shift brings improved gameplay performance, broader audience reach, and streamlined blockchain integration through Solana Labs' GameShift technology.
Cyberpunk City Migrates to Solana with GameShift Integration
About Cyberpunk City
Cyberpunk City is a free-to-play title combining hero shooter mechanics with battle royale gameplay. The game targets AAA production quality and supports both first-person and third-person perspectives across PC and consoles. Players choose from a roster of Operators split into three classes: Assault, Tank, and Support. Each class brings distinct abilities to matches.
Matches unfold across varied maps where optional objectives offer tactical benefits. Completing these tasks can earn power-ups, consumables, rare loot, $CYB tokens, or exclusive tradable items.
The development roadmap schedules an alpha demo for Q2 2025 with a training map showcasing core systems. Deathmatch mode arrives in Q3 2025, followed by additional features in Q4 before closed beta testing begins. The timeline shows some inconsistency — the roadmap suggests closed beta could start in the second half of 2025, while an Epic Games Store listing may appear earlier that year.
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Why Solana, Why GameShift?
Cyberdeck Studios chose to move from MultiversX to Solana for its technical advantages: minimal fees, fast transaction finality, and deep liquidity. These characteristics enable smoother blockchain interactions and cost-effective trading of in-game items. Players gain faster transaction processing and lower costs when buying, selling, or trading assets.
The studio frames this as a complete overhaul rather than a simple network swap. Beyond technical improvements, the migration introduces new gameplay systems, evolving map designs, and optimized matchmaking to deliver a more polished gaming experience.
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GameShift Integration for Seamless Onboarding
Cyberpunk City integrates GameShift to remove common blockchain friction points. The partnership delivers features designed to make onboarding straightforward:
- Account Abstraction: Non-custodial smart wallets generate automatically for each player.
- Gasless Transactions: Players avoid paying blockchain fees for in-game actions.
- On and Off-Ramp Solutions: Deposits and withdrawals work with fiat, crypto, or credit cards.
- NFT Marketplace: A built-in marketplace handles trading, lending, and renting of in-game assets.
- Tournament Systems: GameShift powers in-game events and competitive challenges.
These tools aim to make Cyberpunk City playable for anyone, regardless of prior blockchain knowledge. The studio positions the game as a model for web3 integration in mainstream titles.
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Migration of $CYBER Tokens and NFTs
The migration replaces the existing $CYBER token with a new $CYB token. Current holders can swap at a 1:10 ratio, maintaining equivalent value within the Solana ecosystem. The Token Generation Event for $CYB launches in January 2025.
Existing NFT collections will transform during the transition. CityNFTs become MegaCorp NFTs, and CitizenNFTs upgrade to Operator NFTs. Both retain their original utility and reward structures. NFT staking on Solana will create new earning opportunities for holders.
Final Thoughts
Cyberpunk City's move to Solana represents a significant evolution for blockchain-integrated gaming. By combining Solana's infrastructure with GameShift's accessibility features, the game targets a broad player base across multiple platforms. Full details are available on the official Cyberpunk City website and in the updated whitepaper.
