77-Bit Opens 72-Hour Mint for Free Limited Edition Beta Skin NFTs Following Successful Beta Run

The cyberpunk-themed MMORPG 77-Bit has concluded its closed Beta phase with metrics that suggest a compelling case for the viability of a fun-first crypto gaming model. The development team has now confirmed the distribution of free Limited Edition NFT skins to Beta participants, alongside introducing a new item drop, Quantum Core, slated to follow soon after.

Beta Performance Surpasses Expectations

The Beta attracted major attention, with over 1 million BitHub users attempting access. Ultimately, the team onboarded 20,000 players, prioritizing high-intent participants over mass inclusion.

Engagement data from Amplitude paints a strong picture:

• 94% Day 1 retention
• 91% Day 3 retention
• 71% Day 7 retention
• 44% Day 21 retention (from an initial cohort of ~1,000)

Players averaged 2.5 hours of gameplay per day. Notably, ~$500,000 in in-game purchases were recorded during the Beta. Importantly, none of these purchases were speculative or play-to-earn related. Spending centered around non-tokenized upgrades like weapon leveling and battle pass access, reinforcing the developers' “fun-before-financials” approach.

The average revenue per paying user (ARPPU) was $45 across 11,000 users. These figures suggest that crypto-native gaming experiences can attract and retain users based on gameplay value, not token incentives.

NFT Skins: Limited, Free, and Soulbound for Now

In recognition of Beta participation, all players will receive one free Limited Edition Beta Skin NFT. Battle Pass holders are entitled to a second one. These NFTs represent some of the rarest cosmetics introduced so far in 77-Bit, and may become tradeable in the future, though they are currently Soulbound.

The skin lineup includes:

• Bitman and Plumbro (32% rarity each)
• Chunk-Li (15%)
• 7B (10%)
• Captain Jank Spammer (6%)
• Glitchku (4%)
• Stickman (1%), positioned as the grail-tier collectible

Each mint reveals instantly upon claim, with no delay or random reveal mechanics. Players can mint additional skins at 0.005 ETH (~$7.70), with no cap on the number of paid mints.

Minting Details

• When: Friday, April 18, 2 PM CET — for 72 hours
• Where: bithub.77-bit.com
• Who: Open to Beta participants and BitHub users holding at least 77,000 Bytes
• Platform: Abstract
• Wallet Requirement: AGW wallet connected to BitHub account

This mint is not open to the general public, with eligibility tied to in-game engagement or prior asset ownership.

The Quantum Core and Beyond

Following the NFT skin mint, 77-Bit will roll out its next initiative—Quantum Core. Details remain limited, but the team has confirmed that holders of minted skins will gain the “Noob” role, granting early access to upcoming rewards and the Quantum Core whitelist. A supply of 5,000 Quantum Cores is expected, with distribution prioritized to Iconic players and Noob-role holders.

The roadmap beyond April includes:

• Full server upgrades
• PvP Battle Royale mode
• On-chain RNG weapon reforging
• A token-based player economy
• Expanded world content and storylines

77-Bit’s development team emphasized that the project’s direction hinges on the success of these next phases. The Beta has provided strong proof of concept, but community engagement in events like the NFT mint and Quantum Core drop will determine how the platform scales.

For now, April 18 marks a key date for players looking to secure early, limited assets tied to 77-Bit’s foundational phase.