How is blockchain, NFT, or cryptocurrency used in this product?

  • Alternates integrates blockchain technology by allowing players to own certain in-game items as NFTs (e.g., weapon skins, characters, and other assets). These NFTs are stored on a supported blockchain, enabling true ownership and the ability to trade items outside the game.

What utility does this bring to the product?

By tokenizing certain in-game assets, players can:

  • Own their items permanently, even outside of the game environment

  • Trade or sell NFTs

  • Use these assets in-game for enhanced gameplay experiences (e.g., unique weapon skins or custom characters)

This adds depth and long-term value to the gameplay, fostering a strong sense of community involvement and player-driven economies.

Does this product require me to connect an external wallet? What wallets does this product support?

Optional Wallet Connection: You can enjoy Alternates without ever connecting a wallet. However, if you wish to purchase or trade NFTs, you might need to connect your wallet for purchases. Alternates users get assigned an Alternates wallet, meaning they don't ever need to connect their external wallets with the game or marketplace.

Supported Wallets: We currently support ApeChain, Polygon, Telos, and we plan to add more options in the future.

Can I use the product without interacting or engaging with blockchain, NFT, or cryptocurrency?

Absolutely. You can play Alternates, enjoy the core FPS experience, and access all main gameplay features without ever purchasing or trading an NFT or cryptocurrency.

What chain does this product use? Is the chain proof-of-work or proof-of-stake?

Alternates utilizes ApeChain, which operates on a proof-of-stake mechanism. This approach is designed to be more energy-efficient and scalable than traditional proof-of-work models.

Does this product have a marketplace? What can I do with the things that I earn (or purchase)?

Yes, Alternates features an external marketplace on our official website where players can:

  • Buy and sell weapon skins, characters, and other NFT assets

  • Redeem in-game items (like EXP cards or clan tags) for gameplay benefits

Anything you earn or purchase can be transferred to your wallet (if you choose to connect one), and used directly in the game.

Are there in-app purchases within the gameplay? How are payments processed?

In-Game Purchases: These are currently not available, but in the future, some cosmetic items (skins, characters, etc.) may be purchased using in-game prompts, but the actual transaction is handled via our external marketplace.

Payment Processing: We use a third-party payment system (not Epic Games’ native platform) to handle crypto-based and credit card transactions (if supported). You may be redirected to our website to complete the purchase.

Are there items (such as additional content, offers, or currency) for sale that are used in the gameplay of your product?

Yes, certain NFTs—like weapons, characters, or consumables—can impact your gameplay experience (e.g., unique skins or minor buffs). However, core gameplay remains accessible to all players, regardless of purchases.

Can your product be used without making any in-app purchases?

Absolutely. Alternates is free to play, and you can enjoy the main gameplay loop without spending any money or crypto. NFT or cosmetic purchases are optional and do not block access to the game.

Are in-app purchases refundable?

At present, in-app purchases (including NFTs) are not refundable, as blockchain transactions are generally irreversible. If you have questions or concerns, please review our marketplace policy for more details before purchasing.

What payment platform is used to facilitate these purchases?

We use our own third-party marketplace system on our website. Purchases or NFT transactions occur outside of the game client. You may be prompted to connect a wallet or use other payment methods. (Epic Games’ payment system is not used for blockchain/NFT transactions.)

What is included in Early Access?

Early Access provides:

  • Core FPS gameplay (multiple modes, initial maps)

  • Access to our evolving NFT and blockchain features

  • Ongoing updates based on player feedback, including new weapons, characters, and modes

What is the current state of the game?

Alternates is in Early Access. Core gameplay features are live, but you may encounter bugs or incomplete systems as we refine the experience. We rely on community feedback to shape development priorities.

How long will the game be in Early Access?

We plan to remain in Early Access until we feel the game’s core systems and content are robust and well-polished. While we don’t have a definitive date, we anticipate at least 2 months of ongoing development and testing before the full release.

How often will you be updating the game?

We aim to roll out regular updates, typically every week or a couple of weeks, introducing new content, fixes, and features. Player feedback heavily influences our update schedule.

Will my progress be saved during updates?

Not to start with, but user process will be saved in the near future. We do our best to maintain player progress across updates, especially cosmetic and NFT items. Major changes might require resets in extreme cases, but we’ll always notify players well in advance.

Will the price change when the game leaves Early Access?

The base game is free to play, and that won’t change. However, the pricing or availability of certain NFT items may evolve as we move closer to full launch.

Can I provide feedback and bug reports?

Absolutely. We encourage everyone to share feedback via:

  • In-game reporting tools (if available)

  • Our official Discord server

  • Email or ticket system on our website
    Your insights are critical to shaping Alternates, and we review all submissions to guide future improvements.