Roblox players can now experience KINGSHIP, a unique metaverse supergroup comprised of Bored-and-Mutant Ape NFTs managed by the 10:22PM label, a Web3 division of Universal Music Group. The group announced the launch of KINGSHIP Islands, a captivating Roblox experience where players can embark on quests and unlock free in-game items and avatar emotes.
QUEST ON KINGSHIP ISLAND
KINGSHIP Islands aims to unite four band members in a destination called “Floating Villa”. Players can earn reward accessories and emotes for their avatars by completing quests. If approved, you can also purchase custom animated heads and bodies using Roblox’s facial animation technology.
As the KINGSHIP Islands experience evolves, it will feature new music created by the group’s “sonic creative team” Hit-Boy and James Fauntleroy. Serving as co-producers, the duo oversees the band’s musical development. This experience is free to all Roblox users, but accessing the Floating Villa requires completing various quests.
According to the announcement, holders of the Kingship key card, an Ethereum-based NFT pass, will enjoy privileged access to unique band content and experiences, including a special Roblox badge and entry to the Floating Villa.
This key card, which sold out within one day of launch in July 2022, can still be traded in secondary markets such as OpenC. It plays an essential role in unlocking digital experiences, including Roblox’s KINGSHIP island.
Rise of the Metaverse Band
Debuting in November 2021, KINGSHIP consists of mutant monkey Captain and bored monkeys KING, Arnell, and Hud, with contributions from NFT collector Jimmy McNeils. The KINGSHIP initiative is a unique venture forming a metaverse-based group. In this project, 10:22PM, a creator-only label founded by Celine Joshua, will produce and showcase KINGSHIP’s new music and items. Mirroring the style of virtual idols like Miquela or bands like Gorillaz who use animated personas to mask their real-life identities, KINGSHIP aims to be a digital representation that drives the development of a community and fan base for the music.