Project Awakening, a web3 game created by CCP Games and set within the same universe as Eve Online, is accepting applications for their Phase III playtest, which is set to begin on May 21st. Taking place on a ruined world, Project Awakening allows players to build and create, leaving their very own mark on the game world.

CCP Games built a name for themselves by creating the biggest, and longest running space-based MMMORPG ever. In recent years CCP Games has expanded their portfolio, adding new, different games, all set within the Eve Online universe. One of their latest developments, Project Awakening, is a sci-fi, sandbox, MMO world that will utilize blockchain technology.

The Phase III playtest for Project Awakening begins on May 21st. It is expected that about 5,000 players will be chosen for this playtest. You’ll need to register to be considered for a playtest slot. To register head over to the official website at https://www.projectawakening.io/ fill out the form and connect your social accounts.

We don’t really know a lot about what to expect with this playtest. But we do know that Phase III will include a hackathon, encouraging players to try out the in-game creative tools.

Also, the team plans additional playtests for September and December of this year.

What is Project Awakening?

Project Awakening is a web3 gaming project build by CCP, who are famous for creating and running Eve Online. And, as part of the CCP portfolio, Project Awakening will take place within the Eve universe. The game will be a sci-fi, sandbox MMORPG.

Project Awakening will have a single world that everyone lives in, set in the ruins of a decayed civilization. Project Awakening will include in-game tools that allow players to create and customize while leaving their mark on their world. Initially, players will need to work together for survival, as the world is hostile and dangerous. Other than that, we don’t really have a lot of information about the game. Hopefully some more details will come to light as their latest playtest progresses.

To learn more about Project Awakening, visit their website and join CCP Games on Twitter.

Another playtest and another opportunity to play and earn! In this case, we have Farcana, a third-person, team-based, PvP battle game. With daily playtest windows open through May 4th, anyone with a PC can jump in and play, level up, an try to and grab a share of FAR tokens during this event!

Play to earn, play and earn, whatever you want to call it, is alive and well. And one of the latest examples comes from Farcana, who are holding a limited time playtest while giving participants a chance to earn some FAR tokens while playing!

The playtest opened on April 30th and runs through May 4th. Unfortunately, the game is only open for certain hours (5-11am CST) each day, so you’ll have to plan around that schedule if you want to participate.

During this playtest, 1 million FAR tokens are up for grabs. FAR is the utility token for Farcana. Players use it for crafting, buying season passes, purchasing premium NFTs, and staking, among other things.

During this playtest, players gain Particles for completing missions. Combine specific Particles to level up. Level up to climb the leaderboard to receive a share of the tokens.

Unfortunately, the event mission system is not integrated into the game. You have to visit https://platform.farcana.com/events/gateway-showdown to see your status. And then, you have to open up the Particles section, and click on each Particle to see the missions. And even then, the site is way behind on updates, so it’s not a real-time display. On the positive side, any Particles earned should just appear in your inventory once your mission achievements are processed.

The Farcana playtest is free and open to everyone who has a PC to play it on. Head over to https://www.farcana.com/playtest to join.

This playtest introduces a new payload-style game mode where each team tries to push a cart to the end of the tracks. Gameplay is pretty smooth overall, and picking up on how to use the player abilities was an easy task. Farcana is already in a very playable state. With some game polish, integrated missions and tournaments, and additional variety with maps and character choices / customization, Farcana could claim a spot in the competitive, PVP web3 scene!

What is Farcana?

Farcana is a team-based, third-person, sci-fi themed shooter. Players group up in teams of four, each one choosing a specific character to play. These encompass the usual frontline fighter, damage dealer, rogue-type with swords, and a healer. Teams must work together to accomplish the map objectives and defeat the other team. Farcana will host seasonal events with battle passes and opportunities. for players to earn unique content and prizes.

The game studio has received backing from a number of investors including Animoca Brands.

Farcana currently has an NFT collection of Enigma Vaults, which receive airdropped (though vested) FAR tokens. Other NFTs such as weapon skins and custom emotes will be added later.

To learn more about Farcana, visit their website, follow them on Twitter, and join their Discord server.