XOCIETY, the upcoming blockchain-powered shooter, has secured $1.6 million in funding ahead of its Early Access debut on the Epic Games Store this November. Running on the Sui network, the game delivers real-time on-chain rewards through its $XO token while maintaining the feel of a traditional online shooter.
XOCIETY raises $1.6 million
The November 19 funding round drew backing from Neoclassic Capital and Winguard. Neoclassic Capital doubled down on its earlier $XO token support, while Winguard entered as a strategic partner with direct ties to major exchanges like Bithumb.
The capital will go toward expanding infrastructure on the Sui blockchain and strengthening XOCIETY's foothold in the web3 gaming space. Existing investors — Hashed, The Spartan Group, and YGG — remain committed to the project as other blockchain gaming ventures lose steam.
Sui Foundation and Mysten Labs
The team set the Early Access date earlier this month, marking the final milestone before the game goes live on the Epic Games Store. Sui Foundation and Mysten Labs have backed development, marketing, and global showcases for the title.
XOCIETY appeared at Gamescom and Korea Blockchain Week, underscoring its integration into the Sui ecosystem and its reach within the web3 gaming community.
XOCIETY is a third-person shooter with RPG systems, set in a sci-fi universe where player decisions ripple through the environment and affect gameplay outcomes. That separates it from standard shooters, where individual actions rarely touch the broader game world.
NDUS Interactive, a 36-person team with AAA credits at NCSOFT, Nexon, and Krafton, is building the game. Founder Jeffry Kim, who brings over 20 years of industry experience, has steered the project toward integrating blockchain without breaking familiar gameplay patterns.
Economy and the $XO token
The $XO token drives XOCIETY's economy. Players earn rewards through gameplay — Battle Pass progression, leaderboard rankings, and in-game missions. The Sui blockchain handles real-time token distribution, while the Walrus protocol verifies competitive results and tournament outcomes, creating transparent performance records.
Despite running on blockchain, XOCIETY plays like a standard online game. Wallet management and gas fees don't exist for players, who can log in with email through Slush. A planned "ghost wallet" system will automatically generate a blockchain wallet tied to each Epic Games account, keeping blockchain functions invisible during gameplay.
Competitive mode and rewards
Before Early Access, XOCIETY ran global playtests to stress-test gameplay and on-chain systems. The Pre-Season Playtest in September spanned four regions for a full week, distributing over 8 million $XO in rewards.
Competitive Mode alone offered 7.2 million tokens, with another 1 million available through the free Battle Pass. Players converted in-game rewards to $XO in real time via a Sui-powered tool, replacing earlier delayed payout systems.
Phase Zero testing in August logged over 36,000 active wallets and 15 million on-chain transactions, with a D+14 retention rate of 48 percent. Player feedback from these tests drove improvements to combat mechanics, skill systems, loot distribution, and inventory management, refining the experience ahead of Early Access.
Final thoughts
Past Early Access, the team plans a broader game hub on the Sui network, including developer tools, a software development kit, and support for additional intellectual properties. The roadmap also targets helping web2 games migrate into the Sui ecosystem.
The game has racked up more than 12,000 demo downloads and sits among the top three most wishlisted web3 titles on the Epic Games Store. With November winding down, the Early Access release should arrive soon, combining familiar shooter mechanics with web3 rewards.
Frequently asked questions (FAQs)
What is XOCIETY?
XOCIETY is a third-person shooter with RPG elements set in a sci-fi universe. It integrates blockchain-based rewards using the $XO token and targets both traditional and web3 gamers.
When will XOCIETY be available on the Epic Games Store?
The game enters Early Access in November 2025, with the development team setting the official launch window.
What blockchain does XOCIETY use?
XOCIETY runs on the Sui blockchain, which powers its $XO token economy and enables real-time on-chain rewards and transparent tournament verification.
Do players need a crypto wallet to play?
No. XOCIETY supports email-based login and will introduce a "ghost wallet" system, letting players access blockchain features without managing wallets or paying gas fees.
What is the $XO token?
The $XO token is the game's native currency, rewarding players for gameplay achievements, Battle Pass progression, leaderboard rankings, and other in-game activities.
Who is developing XOCIETY?
NDUS Interactive, a 36-person team with AAA experience from NCSOFT, Nexon, and Krafton, is developing the game. Founder Jeffry Kim has over 20 years of experience in the gaming industry.
Will XOCIETY expand beyond Early Access?
Yes. The development team plans to build a broader game hub on the Sui network, provide developer tools, and support new intellectual properties to expand the game's ecosystem.
