Animoca Brands Japan backs blockchain gaming platform Oasys

Oasys, a gaming-optimized blockchain platform with key partnerships including Ubisoft and Yield Guild Games, has entered into another major collaboration through a deal with Animoca Brands Japan.

Gaming-focused blockchain announcement On December 17, the Japanese subsidiary of Animoca Brands had made a direct investment in Oasys and would also join it as a new validator. As part of this partnership, Oasys will leverage the influence of Animoca Brands to expand its presence in the Greater China region.

“Through this partnership, we aim to provide game developers and users around the world with more innovative experiences, advancing the blockchain gaming market,” said Ryo Matsubara, Representative Director of Oasys.

Animoca Brands, a leading Web3 company based in Hong Kong, leverages blockchain technology to bring digital property rights to consumers. The company’s metaverse and games portfolio has grown to include more than 540 projects, featuring leading industry players such as Bored Ape Yacht Club (BAYC) creator Yuga Labs, Polygon, Axie Infinity and OpenSea.

By securing this partnership with Animoca Brands Japan, Oasys joins a group of leading platforms and projects benefiting from Animoca’s role as a gateway to Web3 gaming adoption. This collaboration will help Oasys explore new growth opportunities in Japan and globally.

The Oasys mainnet went live in October 2022 and has seen greater adoption in recent years. The platform marked investment of SBI Holdings, 1999, Japan’s largest financial company. The agreement with the retail giant is not the only blow for the sector.

Recently, Oasys struck a deal with Ubisoft, the video game studio behind Assassin’s Creed, Brawlhalla and Far Cry. Ubisoft has announced its foray into web3 gaming with an upcoming game launch on Oasys.