GalaChain Partners with TCC to Enhance NFT Access for Gamers
In a significant development, Gala has announced that GalaChain will be the first foreign blockchain to partner with China’s Trusted Copyright Chain (TCC). This collaboration opens up a pathway for approximately 600 million gamers in China to access NFTs, marking a major milestone in the gaming industry, particularly in the world’s largest gaming market. The construction of this cross-border bridge is set to commence immediately, with a full public launch anticipated in the first quarter of 2026.
Strategic Collaboration with Shrapnel
Gala Games has also revealed a strategic partnership with Shrapnel, a leading blockchain gaming platform. This agreement aims to jointly develop a large-scale first-person shooter (FPS) game targeted at the expansive Chinese gaming audience. This collaboration signifies the formal beginning of a partnership between the Gala Games Blockchain Platform and TCC, enhancing the digital infrastructure for the authentication, trading, and protection of digital assets within the global gaming sector, according to Xuan Hongliang, Director of the National Operation Center of TCC.
Key Features of the Initiative
One of the standout features of this initiative is its regulatory compliance; the bridge will adhere to Chinese laws, facilitating the registration of NFTs in China and providing a compliant route for nearly 600 million gamers. Additionally, assets from Shrapnel that move between China and other regions will utilize $GALA, with an on-chain dashboard available to track usage. Shrapnel plans to allocate up to 10% of its revenue in China for periodic repurchases of $SHRAP to ensure the health of the ecosystem, subject to market conditions and regulations.
Enhancing GalaChain’s Ecosystem
The integration of Shrapnel will also enhance GalaChain’s ecosystem, as network fees will be paid using $GALA, which is expected to significantly increase activity on the GalaChain platform. Furthermore, content creators in China will benefit from built-in invitation links and NFTs that allow them to verify wallet activations and game participation. Actions that meet specific criteria will consume GALA and provide rewards to contributors while updating a public on-chain counter.
Shrapnel’s Transition to GalaChain
Shrapnel, known for its AAA extraction shooter game, is transitioning its entire economic model from Avalanche to GalaChain. This move is set to provide Shrapnel with a more efficient infrastructure, ensuring rapid transaction finality and compliance with Chinese regulations.
Community Engagement and Rewards
In an effort to engage the community, a free commemorative Bridge Badge NFT will be distributed to all Gala wallet and Neon players, with a 72-hour public claim window set to attract new users. This badge will guarantee early access to Shrapnel play-test opportunities and will be the first NFT to be mirrored on TCC.
Executive Insights
Eric Schiermeyer, Founder and CEO of Gala Games, expressed excitement about connecting GalaChain with TCC through the partnership with Shrapnel. He highlighted that each cross-chain transaction would consume GALA, strengthening the network for gamers across the Pacific. Ken Rossman, CEO of Neon Machine, emphasized that this collaboration empowers millions of players by providing them with genuine ownership of their in-game assets, fostering regulated and compliant economies that enable seamless cross-market access.
About GalaChain
GalaChain is designed as a high-throughput Layer 1 blockchain optimized for entertainment, gaming, and decentralized finance (DeFi). It operates on a global node network and is characterized by low gas fees of 1 $GALA, supporting Gala’s diverse portfolio, which includes AAA games, music launches, film releases, and DeFi applications.
About the Trusted Copyright Chain (TCC)
The Trusted Copyright Chain serves as China’s national blockchain dedicated to the registration and trading of licensed digital assets. Managed by the National Press and Publication Administration, TCC ensures that copyrights are timestamped, royalty distributions are enforced, and transactions are settled in renminbi, providing a compliant avenue for rights holders to access China’s massive gaming market.
About Neon Machine
Neon Machine is the independent game studio behind Shrapnel, which is recognized as the first moddable premium shooter. Utilizing GalaChain, Shrapnel combines high-quality visuals with true on-chain ownership of player-generated content, aiming to create an open, creator-driven economy.
Disclaimer
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