The Bored Ape Yacht Club creator Yuga Labs and partner studio Faraway have recently launched a new game called Dookey Dash: Unclogged, which is now available as a free-to-play download on iOS, Android, Mac, and PC in selected regions. Players have the opportunity to compete in an end-of-season tournament with over $1 million worth of prizes up for grabs.
This release comes more than a year after the original NFT-gated version of the game was introduced, where top players had the chance to win valuable prizes. Notably, Fortnite esports player Kyle “Mongraal” Jackson won the top prize—an exclusive NFT golden key—which he later sold for 3,333 Ethereum, equivalent to $1.63 million at the time.
Dookey Dash: Unclogged retains a similar core gameplay to its NFT-gated predecessor, where players navigate through an endless sewer filled with obstacles on a makeshift underwater scooter. The game is now available for free on mobile and computer apps, offering a seamless gaming experience for players.
A new feature introduced in this version is the “creator mode,” enabling players to upload 3D models or 2D art to create unique on-chain avatars, vehicles, and stickers that can be traded on the Faraway Shop, an NFT marketplace. These assets can also be used in other gaming experiences, enhancing the overall gameplay.
The game’s official release marks the beginning of season one, featuring a weekly in-game leaderboard where players can compete for various prizes, including the prestigious “Golden Plunger.” These Golden Plungers are tradable NFTs that serve as a player’s entry ticket into the end-of-season tournament, where $1 million worth of prizes await the top finalists.
According to the Dookey Dash: Unclogged website, tournaments are scheduled to take place quarterly, with each season lasting three months. Yuga Labs initially planned to launch the free-to-play game in the spring of this year but faced delays to improve its accessibility for casual players. The team also delayed the release to explore a significant marketing opportunity at the start of September, although specifics remain undisclosed.
Overall, Dookey Dash: Unclogged offers an engaging and competitive gaming experience for players, with the opportunity to win valuable prizes and participate in exciting tournaments. Stay tuned for more updates and developments in this dynamic gaming world.
Edited by Andrew Hayward