Hey there, fellow game enthusiasts and blockchain aficionados! Today, I bring you an exciting update from the world of Rise of the Pixels. This exciting Web3 browser game built on the Hive Blockchain allows players to run a virtual game development studio. The team behind it recently released an intriguing new feature in the Beta environment called "Fusion" and I've had the chance to test it out!

So, What's Fusion All About?

The Fusion feature lets players combine certain team members to create a more powerful character, increasing it's rarity. These characters are fusible based on certain parameters like sharing a last name, first name, nickname, or picture.

In the end, your fused character will have enhanced abilities and skills, making them even more valuable in the game while consuming the other fused team members in the process. Fusion also opens up the possibility of recruiting "Mythic" entities, which are workers with unparalleled skills that surpass even the legendary ones.

Diving in to Test Fusion

With the feature newly released and ready for testing... today, I embarked on an exciting journey to test the new fuse feature in the game "Rise of the Pixels".

I first navigated to the team section on my team. Then, I used the fusible selector and checked "4" to display the cards that could be fused with at least 4 other cards. Madonna Tanner was the one who showed up as available for fusion.

With a sense of anticipation, I clicked on Madonna and initiated the fusion process.

Upon clicking fuse, I was presented with a new screen.

Madonna Tanner was fusible with Lea Tanner, Madonna Arnold, Madonna McCoy, and Madonna Geller. The common thread? They all shared either a first or last name with Madonna Tanner and were of the same sex (Female). Any males, despite sharing names, would not have been eligible for fusion.

Before proceeding, I decided to capture some screenshots of the cards I was about to fuse. A small tribute to their individual identities before they became part of something bigger.

With a final click, I initiated the fusion process. As I watched my favorite loading animation, I could feel the anticipation building.

In no time at all, I was greeted with a new and improved Rare Madonna Tanner!

The fusion resulted in significant improvements in Madonna's stats:

Stat	Before (Common)	After (Rare)	Change	Percentage Change
Skill	3.300	5.730	+2.430	73.64%
Speed	1.300	4.620	+3.320	255.38%
Cost	3.470	5.270	+1.800	51.87%
PXL_BETA/hour	2.614	6.257	+3.643	139.36%

Despite the changes in stats and rarity, Madonna Tanner retained her original Picture, Name, and bio. It was a fascinating experience to see the transformation and I look forward to exploring more of what the fusion feature has to offer.

Want to Try it Out?

If "Rise of the Pixels" has piqued your interest as it did mine, consider trying it out. Begin by getting a Game Dev Studio License. Then, purchase some packs from their shop page, accessible here. With your license in hand, go to the Beta page. Sign in and press the large red "Accept & Join" button to join the beta. You can find the beta page here.

During the Beta, the game will double any packs you purchase. Keep in mind that this offer is just for beta testing. When the game officially launches, you will have the same number of packs you initially purchased. Please note that you will not carry over any NFTs or earnings from the beta to your account after launch. They are solely for enjoyment and testing.

Join the Discussion and Learn More

Rise of the Pixels has a thriving community of gamers and blockchain enthusiasts.

To get involved and learn more, here are some key resources:

Join the Community

• Engage with the vibrant community on Discord.
• Participate in discussions in the Sting Chat Community.
• Share your experiences or read about others' in the Hive Community.

Explore the Game

• Visit the main website here.
• Get your Game Dev Studio License and join the beta here.
• Test the beta features here.
• For a deeper understanding of the game mechanics, check out the Rulebook.

Stay Updated

• Stay updated with the latest news and updates by following their main Hive account @riseofthepixels

So, what are you waiting for? Dive into the Pixelverse today and experience the thrill of running your own virtual game development studio. Happy gaming!