Tl;DR
- Zone Nine has started a closed test of the game on the Ancient8 blockchain.
- The game combines PvP and PvE in a 5v5 survival format.
- It is characterized by active weather that affects gameplay and strategic decisions.
Zone ninefresh zombie survival game built on Blockchain Ancient8it has started closed game test on Halloween, opening participation to a confined group of players. The trial is a key stage in the project’s road to public release, during which feedback is collected on its mechanics, structure and player experience.
Game titled “Zone Nine: Nihilation”, connects PvP AND PvE modes within a 5v5 team format. Players compete by managing basic survival factors such as hunger, thirst and endurance. Each team controls a shared pool of 20 lives and must earn 999 points by completing in-game goals. The design encourages coordination and decision-making under pressure, creating a balance between direct combat and tactical durability.
Use Unreal engine 5 supports advanced weather and lighting simulation. The environment changes between fog, storm and night, which directly affects the player’s vision, mobility and item wear. High-risk areas on the map provide valuable resources, but carry the danger of stronger enemies, requiring strategic judgment when to attack or retreat.
Blockchain Integration and Asset Ownership
Developed on Layer 2 Ethereum via Ancient8Zone Nine introduces ownership of weapons, equipment and consumables based on blockchain technology. Each item varies in rarity and effectiveness, allowing players to collect and exchange digital assets within the game’s internal economy. The model combines competitive gaming with verifiable asset control, something that is becoming increasingly common in blockchain-based titles.
During the test, participants encounter a range of AI-controlled zombies – from standard “walkers” to larger boss creatures such as Meat Spider AND Meat tank. Each encounter influences your progress, testing both your skills and resource management.
Zone Nine’s closed playtest signals the developers’ intention to merge esports structure With blockchain functionalityusing controlled feedback to refine gameplay ahead of wider release.
