July 2025 – Global — Web3 gaming platform Artyfact has officially launched its first Play-and-Earn tournament with a substantial $30,000 prize pool, combining fast-paced shooter mechanics with blockchain-powered rewards. The tournament is now live and available for free on the Epic Games Store, and will run until September 28, 2025.
Open to all players regardless of crypto experience, the event offers a unique blend of competitive gameplay, NFT utility, and AI-enhanced mechanics, making it a standout in the evolving GameFi space.
A New Format: Leaderboard Rush
At the heart of the tournament is a seasonal format called “Leaderboard Rush”, where players accumulate ArtyPoints (AP) by participating in matches. Each in-game kill earns one AP, while winning a match adds an extra 25 AP. Special capture zones scattered throughout the map offer additional ways to boost scores.
Final rewards are distributed based on leaderboard standings. The top player will walk away with $1,500, while second and third place earn $700 and $550 respectively. Players ranked 4th to 50th will receive $100, and those from 51st to 100th will collect $55 each. In a nod to inclusivity, 900 randomly selected participants will also receive $22, ensuring that even casual players have a chance to win.
Boost Performance with NFTs
While entry is free, players can strategically boost their performance by owning Artyfact NFTs. Items such as weapons, jetpacks, and character skins provide bonus AP multipliers, giving NFT holders a competitive edge.
For example, an epic-tier NFT offers a 9,900 AP bonus, directly influencing leaderboard rankings. This integration ties the tournament into the wider Artyfact ecosystem, where in-game assets hold real-world value through the platform’s blockchain-based infrastructure.
Powered by Web3 and Unreal Engine 5
Built on Unreal Engine 5 and running on the Binance Smart Chain, Artyfact delivers immersive gameplay with modes such as Deathmatch, Team Deathmatch, Control, and Battle Royale. Advanced mechanics like jetpacks, transformable vehicles, and map-based power-ups add layers of unpredictability and strategy to every match.
Artyfact also features AI-powered Player-Experience Modeling (PEM), which dynamically adjusts difficulty based on player behavior. This ensures a smooth entry for beginners while challenging seasoned players—making it a truly adaptive experience.
Extra Incentives: Airdrops and $ARTY Token Utility
In parallel with the tournament, Artyfact has launched a $35,000 USDT airdrop campaign. Participants who complete social media tasks and engage with the community have a chance to win part of the prize. With 1,500 winners expected, the campaign runs until August 11, with rewards distributed from August 15.
The in-game economy is powered by the $ARTY token, which can be staked, used for in-game purchases, or applied in governance decisions through Artyfact’s DAO. To sustain long-term value, 10% of all NFT sales are burned, reducing the token’s total supply. $ARTY is currently listed on major exchanges including OKX, KuCoin, PancakeSwap, and Bybit.
No Crypto Knowledge Needed
In a move to attract a broader audience, Artyfact has made the game accessible without requiring a crypto wallet or prior blockchain knowledge. Upon joining, each player receives an integrated Artyfact Wallet, streamlining their introduction to the platform’s digital economy.
With more tournament updates and events expected soon, Artyfact is setting a new standard for Web3 gaming accessibility and engagement, proving that blockchain games can be both entertaining and rewarding for everyone—from casual players to NFT collectors and crypto enthusiasts.
