- The Dubai-based studio operates out of the DMCC Free Zone and is part of the DMCC Gaming Centre.
- Strayshot is set in the fictional South American region of Sierra Verde.
- The title is currently in closed testing ahead of launch.
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UAE-based iBloxx Studios has raised Dh20 million ($5.4m) to complete the development of its third-person mobile shooter Strayshot.
The developer said it will also use the funds to support global marketing and distribution, live operations, ongoing game updates, and preparation of console versions.
Located in the DMCC Free Zone, iBloxx Studios is part of the DMCC Gaming Center and participates in Dubai’s program for Gaming 2033.
The studio collaborates with partners including Dubai Future Foundation, Xsola and Dubai Culture and Arts Authority.
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Set in the fictional South American region of Sierra Verde, Strayshot features multiple modes, including Battle Royale, Team Deathmatch, and Extraction, in which players act as mercenaries fighting rivals and the El Fuego Cartel.
Designed for accessibility on both low- and high-end devices, the game is currently in closed testing and will feature a blockchain-enabled system for in-game asset ownership and trading.
“The capital allows us to bring Strayshot to market with the level of quality and operational readiness we expect,” said Dominic Mair, CEO of iBlocks Studio.
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