TL;DR
- Player Trading Cards: Manchester United has introduced dynamic Player Trading Cards alongside the launch of “Fantasy United.” These cards feature first-team players and are updated in real time based on their performance throughout the season.
- Fantasy United: This Web3 fantasy football game, developed exclusively for a Premier League club using Tezos, lets fans compete against friends. By tracking real-life stats like goals and assists, players earn in-game points.
- Early Access and Partnership: Fans who own “The Devils,” Manchester United’s original digital collection on Tezos, get early access to Player Trading Cards.
Manchester United, one of the most iconic football clubs globally, has taken a significant step into the world of blockchain gaming with the launch of “Fantasy United” on the Tezos blockchain. This innovative game, designed for the 2024/25 season, promises an exciting fusion of football fandom and decentralized technology.
Player Trading Cards: A New Dimension of Fan Engagement
Accompanying the game’s release, Manchester United has introduced Player Trading Cards. These collectible cards feature all first-team players from the men’s squad, categorized into three editions: Classic, Rare, and Ultra-Rare.
What sets these cards apart is their dynamic nature—they’re updated in real-time throughout the season based on player performance. Fans can use their Player Trading Cards to assemble a five-player squad within the Fantasy United game.
This integration bridges the gap between the virtual and real worlds, allowing supporters to engage with their favorite players in an entirely new way.
Fantasy United: Where Web3 Meets Premier League Passion
Fantasy United is the first-of-its-kind Web3 fantasy football game developed specifically for a Premier League club using the Tezos Blockchain. Here’s how it works:
- Compete Against Friends: Fans have the opportunity to form mini-leagues and compete against their friends. The catch? They can earn in-game points by tracking the real-life performance of Manchester United players, including goals, assists, tackles, and saves.
- Real-Time Stats Matter: Your Player Trading Cards directly impact your performance in Fantasy United. As players shine on the pitch, your fantasy team reaps the rewards.
- Legends and Strategies: As the season unfolds, you’ll uncover the players who are generating the most buzz within the community. Additionally, you’ll get to witness the tactics employed by both United legends and fantasy football gurus as they go head-to-head in thrilling matchups.
- Face Former Reds: Ever dreamed of outwitting former Manchester United stars? Fantasy United lets you pit your wits against these legends in dedicated leagues.
Early Access for Devil-Holders
Fans who already own “The Devils”, Manchester United’s original digital collection developed in collaboration with Tezos, have gained early access to Player Trading Cards. For everyone else, the card packs are now available for purchase at £3 per pack.
A Winning Partnership
The collaboration between Manchester United and the Tezos Ecosystem has been a resounding success. Remember the 7,777 unique characters inspired by United’s history in “The Devils”? They flew off the digital shelves in 2022.
Now, with Fantasy United and Player Trading Cards, the club continues to push the boundaries of fan engagement through blockchain technology. So, whether you’re a die-hard Red Devil or a blockchain enthusiast, keep an eye on the Tezos-powered Fantasy United—it’s where football passion meets decentralized innovation.
