At the back of announcing it’s working on mobile-based web3 game Autobattler, Moonray Studios has now unveiled it’s expanding to console.

Approved by Sony, the developer’s multiplayer battle arena game Moonray will launch on PlayStation 5 in 2025.

The alpha version is currently available via Epic Games Store. Coming to PS5, means the game joins Off The Grid, which recently launched early access via Xbox and PS5, in addition to PC.

Described as an action-packed multiplayer battle arena game, Moonray includes game modes such as 4v4, 8-man deathmatch, team objective, and 1v1. By climbing the leaderboards players can unlock new character skins and other rewards.

Exactly how Moonray will enable blockchain features on console is not clear, and no PS5 release date has yet been announced. The team has said this will be revealed in the next few months.

Moonray Studios co-founder and CBO Hans Andersson commented, “I’m so excited we will introduce Moonray to a whole new audience of gamers!”

“As a huge fan of arena combat games, I truly hope that Moonray can inspire players to try more games in the genre and that it encourages game devs to make more of them, too.”

With working title Autobattler, Moonray Studio has unveiled its working on a mobile-based web3 game with release scheduled Q1 2025. 

A complementary game to PC-based battle arena Moonray, Moonray Autobattler will feature the same assets as its core game. Although those customizable NFTs and token rewards in the form of MNRY are available, the game aims to gain traction among non-web3 players too. As such, Moonray’s web3 elements are hidden to players not wanting to interact with them.

Furthermore, Autobattler will serve as an expansion of the larger Moonray ecosystem. Besides the PC-game, which is also slated for future console distribution, the brand includes a graphic novel called Mother’s Skin.

Building on the game’s lore, the book provides inspiration and concept art for gameth artists which is available at numerous comic bookstores across the US and UK. In addition, Moonray is partnering with Reel FX to bring the game and comic book to the screen in the form of an animated series.

Moonray co-founder and CBO Hans Andersson commented, “The Autobatter mobile game will allow us to vastly expand our user base and playtime by providing access to gamers who cannot play the AAA version and allowing users to play on-the-go. We’re super excited to progress along our roadmap and build out the Moonray ecosystem further.”

Among other investors, Moonray has raised a total of $8.25 million from Animoca Brands, Polygon Ventures, and Cardano.

Animoca chairman Yat Siu said, “The addition of a mobile game to Moonray’s immersive combat experience will broaden the game’s user base and appeal and the easy integration of blockchain technology is subtle and smart. Users familiar with blockchain wallets and purchasing crypto can elevate their gaming experience while traditional online players can dive into the game unhindered by typical adoption barriers.” 

Check out Moonray via Epic games Store.