Bitplay Network launches mobile platform
Published on by Becky Mosley
Following a successful beta testing period, where more than one million games were played each week, the Bitplay Network has launched its Bitcoin mobile platform.
Compete Against Others
The network is the first to offer established mobile games within a network where players can compete to win Bitcoin. It will host tournaments, where customers play against three opponents selected by the network. Players also get the chance to compete against their friends in one-on-one, head-to-head challenges.
Android Games
Bitplay Network has entered the market with three Android games, Coin Crusher, Coin Flapper, and Coin Flapper PRO.
Popular in the US
The first two games have been available in beta in various markets, including the US for six months. During that time more than 200,000 micro-transactions were processed every single day.
Free Tournaments
Entry into the tournaments and head-to-heads is free, and players finishing in a podium position can win up to six bits.
New Game
Coin Flapper PRO is a brand new game has only just opened its beta period. Players are charged a fee to play, but the winnings are substantially more, with up to 3,000 bits on offer.
Bitcoin Currency
Christopher Hassett, BitPlay’s chief executive said: “We are also the first and only mobile competitive gaming platform to use Bitcoin as its in-game currency”. He also added that Coin Crusher and Coin Flapper are awarding more Bitcoin on a daily basis that any other mobile applications.
Global Capabilities
Discussing one of the reasons why the network chose to use Bitcoin, Mr Hassett explained: “Micro-transactions, along with its global and certified transactional capabilities, are two core strengths of the Bitcoin technology that make the BitPlay Network a compelling and unique new gaming platform.”
Previous Role
Before becoming the chief executive of BitPlay, Mr Hassett was the president and chief operating officer of gaming company Uproar. It managed to achieve revenues of $60 million, but was eventually sold to Vivendi Universal.