Oxalis Games has opened Moonfrost to all players for a limited-time Halloween event called The Dahlia Derby. Running from October 22 to November 3 at 12 PM UTC, the event lets players compete for leaderboard rewards, including USDC, NFTs, Liquid Luck, Gacha Tokens, and a limited-edition Halloween Gnome. This marks the first time Moonfrost Early Access has been available beyond NFT holders, giving newcomers a chance to explore the game for free while participating in a seasonal competition.
Moonfrost Reveals New Halloween Event
Moonfrost is a farming RPG that blends story-driven quests with farming, crafting, and homebuilding. The game uses an isometric 2D perspective and features a variety of NPCs to interact with. Players plant crops, mine, fish, cut trees, and clear land. The homebuilding system allows for detailed customization, letting players decorate and expand their farms as they progress. Moonfrost initially entered Early Access on July 16 through the Open Loot Launcher, where access was restricted to holders of a Gnome Key or Frost Hunter License NFT. The game is planned to release on the Epic Games Store as a web2-friendly title, while blockchain elements will remain optional, and a mobile version is also in development.
Early Access introduced significant updates compared to earlier alpha builds, including expanded maps, fishing and cooking systems, a new playable character, a village restoration feature, and an order delivery system. Additionally, the optional web3 layer through Open Loot allows players to earn CRYO, an off-chain currency that will later convert into the $FROST token following the token generation event (TGE). These features let players participate in a play-to-earn economy while still enjoying the core farming and crafting gameplay.
Dahlia Flowers and FROST Tools
The Dahlia Derby is a Halloween-themed event centered on collecting Dahlia Flowers to climb the leaderboard and earn rewards. Players gain access by selecting "Participate" from the in-game Events menu, as any flowers collected prior to registration won't count toward their leaderboard score. The event introduces the new Cemetery map, which unlocks after completing the "Sea Food" quest and starting the "FHA Exams" questline. The Cemetery provides the majority of event-related resources and is designed to encourage exploration and strategic play.
Players can use FROST Tools during activities such as mining, fishing, and woodcutting to improve the efficiency of Dahlia Flower collection. Some gnomes encountered in the Cemetery can drop additional flowers, and the rarity of both tools and gnomes affects the number of flowers collected. By repairing structures in the Cemetery and crafting the Cauldron, players progress through the event's questline and unlock the ability to craft Scarecrow Gnomes. Up to five Scarecrow Gnomes can be placed on a farm to generate more flowers when clicked.
NFTs, Liquid Luck, and Gacha Tokens
The leaderboard rewards are tiered by player ranking. The top 25 participants share a prize pool of $1,000 USDC. Players ranked within the top 50, 100, and 500 are eligible for additional rewards, including NFTs, Liquid Luck, and Gacha Tokens. All players in the top 500 will also receive the exclusive Halloween Gnome, available only during this event. This system encourages players to balance core gameplay with event objectives to maximize their chances of earning rewards.
The Dahlia Derby represents a rare opportunity for players without NFTs to experience Moonfrost Early Access. Although it isn't yet confirmed if the game will remain open after the event ends, players can currently download Moonfrost through the Open Loot Launcher on PC to participate. This event allows both newcomers and existing players to engage with Moonfrost's farming and crafting systems while earning rewards in preparation for the full free-to-play release.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
When does The Dahlia Derby take place?
The event runs from October 22 to November 3, ending at 12 PM UTC.
Do I need a Gnome Key or NFT to participate?
No. For the first time since Early Access launched, Moonfrost is open to all players during this event.
How do I participate in the event?
Players must select "Participate" from the in-game Events menu. Any Dahlia Flowers collected before joining won't count toward the leaderboard.
What is the main objective of the event?
The goal is to collect as many Dahlia Flowers as possible by completing quests, using FROST Tools, planting Dahlia Seeds, and interacting with gnomes.
What rewards are available in The Dahlia Derby?
Rewards include a shared $1,000 USDC pool for the top 25 players, NFTs, Liquid Luck, Gacha Tokens, and an exclusive Halloween Gnome for the top 500.
How can I access the Cemetery map?
The Cemetery map unlocks after completing the "Sea Food" quest and starting the "FHA Exams" questline, which allows players to gather event materials and complete the questline.
Will Moonfrost remain open after the event?
It isn't confirmed. The game usually requires NFT ownership for Early Access, so this event represents a limited-time free access opportunity.
Is Moonfrost fully web3-based?
Moonfrost includes optional web3 features through Open Loot, allowing players to earn CRYO, which will later convert to the $FROST token. However, the core gameplay is playable without blockchain interaction.
