Civitas Moves to Immutable zkEVM for a Better Web3 Experience

In a bold move that promises to redefine its future, Civitas—the 4X strategy city-building MMO—is officially migrating to Immutable zkEVM, opening the door to faster, cheaper, and more scalable gameplay. This isn’t just a technical update; it’s a foundational shift aimed at making Civitas more accessible to players while empowering developers with a better Web3 infrastructure.

Let’s take a closer look at what this means for Civitas players, blockchain games, and the broader Web3 gaming ecosystem.

Why Civitas Chose Immutable zkEVM

So, why is Civitas making this move now? According to Directive Games, the developer behind Civitas, the decision to leave Ethereum L1 behind in favor of Immutable zkEVM boils down to unlocking a host of tangible benefits for both developers and players.

These include:

• Faster transactions and lower gas fees

• EVM compatibility and seamless upgrades

• Built-in Immutable Passport support

• Enhanced scalability for MMO infrastructure

• Native integration with Immutable’s full-stack Web3 gaming platform

For players, this means fewer headaches with wallets and fees. For developers, it means fewer backend struggles and more time to focus on gameplay, features, and community development.

A Win-Win for Devs and Gamers

One of the biggest wins here is Immutable Passport. This game-changing feature allows players to experience gas-free gaming and trading, a huge step forward in onboarding Web2 gamers into the world of blockchain games.

In the words of Directive Games:

“Our mission has always been to build a player-owned world that grows with its community. This partnership with Immutable gives us the foundation to do that faster, more securely, and at a whole new scale.”

This move essentially removes many of the barriers to entry that have traditionally kept mainstream gamers away from Web3 titles.

What About Existing Chosen of Civitas NFT Holders?

Good news for early adopters and collectors—the migration won’t disrupt your holdings.

Here’s what to expect:

• The Chosen of Civitas NFT collection will remain on Ethereum L1

• Full interoperability with Immutable zkEVM Layer 2 assets

• No need to bridge NFTs to enjoy the benefits of the new platform

This means continuity for long-time supporters while opening up new flexibility and interoperability for future in-game assets. Players who own Chosen NFTs will also continue to generate Ever Fragment NFTs, which can be used to craft Ever Crystals—crucial elements for building land tiles in the Civitas world.

At the time of writing, the Chosen collection is available on OpenSea with a floor price of 0.1094 ETH. If you’ve been eyeing a unique in-game avatar with powerful abilities, this might be the perfect time to jump in.

How to Join the Migration to Immutable zkEVM

If you want to be part of this exciting next chapter, the onboarding process is simple:

1. Visit the official Civitas website

2. Create a Directive Games account

3. Connect your EVM wallet

4. Link your Immutable Passport

Once completed, players will gain access to interoperable asset support, early content drops, and possible exclusive airdrop rewards.

This seamless onboarding flow reflects Immutable’s broader vision of making Web3 gaming feel as frictionless as traditional gaming platforms.

What’s Next for Civitas Players?

Directive Games has teased a number of exciting developments coming soon. These include:

• Deepened Immutable Passport integration

• Smart contract enhancements

• New content drops

• Future gameplay upgrades

You won’t have to wait long to learn more—the team will host an AMA on Discord on June 26 at 10:30 AM UTC to unpack the full roadmap and answer community questions.

For up-to-date information, keep an eye on Civitas' Discord and social media channels.

Civitas Isn’t Slowing Down

Interestingly, this migration announcement came just a day after Directive Games released a new trailer for The Machines Arena Open Beta Season 3. That title, a fast-paced hero shooter, runs on Ronin and is already available on Android and PC.

The team’s growing presence across multiple chains shows their commitment to experimenting with and embracing the best tech for each game experience—something that seasoned Web3 gamers will appreciate.

The Future of 4X MMOs in Web3

Civitas’ migration to Immutable zkEVM isn’t just a technical decision—it’s a strategic evolution that shows how far blockchain games have come. With seamless user experiences, scalable ecosystems, and true asset ownership, games like Civitas are proving that Web3 isn’t the future—it’s the now.

Whether you're a long-time Civitas player or just getting started, there’s never been a better time to explore what blockchain games can offer.

Stay tuned to NFT Playgrounds for more updates on Civitas and the fast-growing world of decentralized gaming.