New Zealand-based Futureverse has unveiled its AI League "smart" soccer game on iOS in partnership with the FIFA Women's World Cup Australia & New Zealand 2023 tournament. Previously available in open beta on Android, the game has garnered over 50,000 downloads within the first three months. Futureverse, an open metaverse ecosystem created through the merger of eight Web3 companies, aims to revolutionize the gaming industry by combining AI-driven gameplay with the world of soccer.
AI League, powered by the Altered State Machine metaverse AI protocol and developed in cooperation with FIFA, introduces players to a new era of AI-driven gaming. In the game, players take on the roles of coaches and owners of their AI teams, guiding them to victory in a four-versus-four casual football setting. Each AI-controlled character possesses unique traits that define their strengths and weaknesses, adding a strategic element to the gameplay experience.
The iOS launch of AI League coincides with the upcoming FIFA Women's World Cup, which is set to take place in Australia and Aotearoa, New Zealand. As Futureverse's headquarters are based in New Zealand, this partnership creates an exciting synergy between the game and the real-world tournament, providing players with an immersive soccer experience.
The FIFA Women's World Cup 2023 season within AI League runs concurrently with the main game, offering time-limited gameplay and a separate leaderboard. In addition to the original playing fields set in stylized streetball locations worldwide, the rebranded version of AI League for the tournament introduces exclusive arenas and outfit items inspired by the FIFA Women's World Cup 2023. This incorporation enhances the player experience and fosters a deeper connection between the game and the prestigious soccer event.