Gods Unchained Moves to Immutable zkEVM for Smarter Gameplay

Big news is shaking up the blockchain games world: Gods Unchained, Immutable’s flagship Web3 card game, is set to migrate from Immutable X to the newly launched Immutable zkEVM chain. While no specific date has been confirmed yet, the team assures players they’ll get plenty of notice before the transition begins—and for good reason. This move isn’t just a simple chain switch; it’s a major step forward in terms of technology, functionality, and interoperability.

So, what does this migration mean for the average player, the blockchain gaming ecosystem, and the future of Gods Unchained? Let’s break it down.

Why Immutable zkEVM?

At its core, this migration is about unlocking smart contract capabilities that Immutable X couldn’t fully support. Immutable zkEVM is built using Polygon’s zero-knowledge Ethereum Virtual Machine (zkEVM) technology. In simpler terms, it’s designed to be more powerful and more compatible with the broader Ethereum ecosystem.

This means Gods Unchained will now have access to standard Ethereum smart contracts, opening up doors for deeper features, more dynamic in-game economies, and smoother cross-game interoperability—an exciting leap for fans of blockchain gaming.

A New Layer of Functionality

One of the most exciting parts of this upgrade is the expanded feature set. The development team has outlined several improvements:

• Improved Crafting Systems: More advanced crafting mechanics could allow players to combine and upgrade cards in smarter, more rewarding ways.

• Economic Layer Expansion: With broader token support and better DeFi tools, the in-game economy is poised for a serious upgrade.

• Passport Integration: Immutable’s streamlined identity system will allow players to log in and interact more seamlessly across the ecosystem.

• Simplified On-Ramps: Services like Squid, Layerswap, and Transak will make it easier to buy, sell, and move assets between chains.

It’s all designed to reduce friction and give players more power and flexibility in how they manage their in-game resources.

What Happens to Your In-Game Assets?

Worried about your collection? Good news: the majority of in-game items—including cards, boards, and trinkets—will automatically migrate to zkEVM. You won’t need to lift a finger.

There’s a small exception, though: tokens like $IMX, $GODS, $ETH, and $USDC will not move automatically. Players will need to use third-party tools like Layerswap to manually bridge these tokens to the new chain. For now, Layerswap supports $GODS, and support for other tokens is expected to follow.

It’s also worth noting that you won’t be forced into using the new Immutable Passport wallet—at least not yet. Regular Ethereum wallets (EOAs like MetaMask) will continue to be supported throughout the first phase of the transition.

Gas Fees, Trading Costs, and Wallets

Let’s talk gas and trading fees—two things that matter a lot in the world of blockchain games.

• Gas Fees: If you’re using a wallet like MetaMask on zkEVM, you’ll pay small gas fees in $IMX.

• Passport Wallet Users: Once fully supported, these accounts will benefit from gas-free transactions—a welcome relief for regular traders and active players.

• Trading Fees: These will remain unchanged at 9%, so there’s no hidden surprise waiting for you after the move.

Also reassuring? Core metadata like rarity, token IDs, and the ever-important “Proto” numbers will stay exactly the same. Even the plain, non-NFT cards used in casual games will be unaffected.

Marketplaces, Smart Contracts, and Game Features

While the chain migration won’t solve every issue right away (deck peeking still exists, for example), it does open the door for future innovations.

Some exciting things on the horizon include:

• Smart Contract-Powered Features: This could revamp the Forge system, making it faster and more automated.

• Sealed Products: We’re talking about randomized card packs or chests—think booster packs with Web3 flair.

• Eucos Emporium: A brand-new in-game marketplace focused on cosmetics, with potential expansion into other types of purchases.

The devs are thinking long-term, and zkEVM gives them the technical foundation to go much further than Immutable X ever could.

Interoperability and the Bigger Picture

Perhaps the most underrated benefit of this move? Cross-game interoperability.

By joining the zkEVM ecosystem, Gods Unchained can interact more easily with other titles built on the same infrastructure. One particularly exciting example is Guild of Guardians, another Immutable-developed game that shares lore with Gods Unchained. The idea of cross-title rewards, shared characters, or lore-driven crossover events isn’t just speculation—it’s suddenly very possible.

And while there’s no mobile app (yet), the team says they’re seriously evaluating the demand. As mobile-first gaming continues to rise, don’t be surprised if a mobile version appears on the horizon.

Wrapping Up: A Big Bet on the Future of Blockchain Gaming

Immutable’s pivot from Immutable X to zkEVM isn’t just a tech update—it’s a statement. They’re betting on zkEVM as the future of their infrastructure, and they’re inviting the entire blockchain games community to join them.

With smart contracts, better tooling, and a richer gameplay ecosystem on the way, Gods Unchained is positioning itself as more than just a game—it’s a central pillar of the Web3 gaming revolution.

Keep an eye out for the upcoming migration timeline and resources. And if you haven’t already dipped your toes into Gods Unchained, now might be the perfect time to join the evolving world of blockchain gaming.