Wilder World is leveling up. The metaverse gaming project has officially launched its first-person shooter (FPS) mode in Super Early Access on Gamescom2025. The launch, supported by Samsung, includes a $100,000 global tournament and introduces a new way to explore the growing digital world.
Key Takeaways
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Wilder World’s FPS mode is now live in Super Early Access at Gamescom 2025
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A $100,000 tournament runs through September, with a live final on September 24
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Samsung-branded NFTs will be available to Gamescom attendees via NFC tap-ins
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The FPS adds a new dimension to Wilder World’s evolving metaverse
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The WILD token ecosystem continues to grow through new initiatives
Gamescom launch and Samsung integration
On August 20, Gamescom attendees got a first look (and hands-on experience) of Wilder World’s new FPS mode, set in Wiami, a massive digital city built in Unreal Engine 5. The sharp visuals and fast-paced action introduce a fresh gameplay style to the Wilder community. It’s the first time players can experience Wiami through the lens of a tactical shooter.
The tournament is open to all players, with qualifiers running from August 25 to September 9, followed by play-offs from September 10 to 15. The top five finalists will be flown in, all expenses paid, for the grand finale on September 24 at an undisclosed location, where they will compete for the $100,000 prize.
Samsung is a key partner for the launch, offering on-site rewards to Gamescom attendees. By tapping NFC towers, players can claim a Samsung-branded POAP NFT, short for “Proof of Attendance Protocol.” It’s a digital badge that also works as a playable in-game item that can be used in the Wilder World metaverse.
Source: Wilder World
Expanding the Wilder World universe
Wilder world came onto the map with its 2024 racing game, Wilder Wheels. Now the team is entering one of the most competitive gaming genres. The addition of FPS gameplay aims to broaden the platform’s appeal while adhering to Web3’s core ideas such as asset ownership, user-generated content and a community-driven economy.
This latest launch builds on the recent momentum for the WILD token. Highlights include the Lamborghini Temerario NFT Collection sold out in four minutes, the launch of Wiami.fun for user-generated assets, and Operation Titan, a multi-million dollar WILD buyback program.
Other updates, such as Metropolis and CYPHER, demonstrate the team’s continued efforts to grow the ecosystem and keep players and investors engaged.
Wilder World is also included in the Epic Games Store’s Top 10 Most Anticipated Games, alongside several major Web2 titles. With strong visuals, Web3 functionality and active community support, it tries to stand out in a crowded market.
Final thoughts
Speaking about the launch, Wilder World co-founder and executive producer n3o put it this way:
“The $100,000 tournament isn’t just about esports – it’s a global stage to show the world that Wilder World is building at the intersection of gaming and the metaverse.”
Wilder World’s FPS debut combines competitive gameplay, digital rewards and support from a global technology brand. Whether it signals a shift in mainstream Web3 adoption or not, it’s a clear example of how blockchain and gaming continue to intersect in new and creative ways.