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Casio Announces "VIRTUAL G-SHOCK NFT" Sale | Experience-Based Content Unveiled in the Metaverse

Casio takes a bold step in the digital realm with "VIRTUAL G-SHOCK NFT," a limited edition series capturing the essence of G-SHOCK's durability.

Plus, experience "G-SHOCK THE RIDE" in VRChat, an immersive attraction showcasing G-SHOCK's endurance tests in a thrilling virtual adventure.

Limited Edition of 2,000 "VIRTUAL G-SHOCK NFTs" for Sale

Casio Computer Co., Ltd. announced on November 28, 2023, that they will start selling a limited edition of 2,000 "VIRTUAL G-SHOCK NFTs" from December 15.

These NFTs represent the future shock-resistant structure of the "G-SHOCK" watch in virtual space.

In September 2023, the company launched the "VIRTUAL G-SHOCK" project to promote communication in virtual spaces.

They distributed a free NFT, "G-SHOCK CREATOR PASS," which serves as a membership to their Discord community, and have been hosting various co-creation projects.

The newly announced "VIRTUAL G-SHOCK NFT" is part of these initiatives, with two design patterns, "VGA-001" and "VGA-002," being released for sale.

"VGA-001" is designed with a balloon concept, imagining "G-SHOCK enveloped in a balloon, floating freely," while "VGA-002" uses a leaf spring concept, representing "the future shock-resistant structure of G-SHOCK, bouncing back forcefully with the power of a spring."

G-SHOCK CREATOR PASS holders will have priority access to purchase the "VIRTUAL G-SHOCK NFT" during a pre-sale period. The details of the NFT sale are as follows:

"VIRTUAL G-SHOCK NFT" Sales Details

VIRTUAL G-SHOCK NFT visuals, image left: VGA-001, image right: VGA-002 (Image: Casio Computer)

Sale Start Date: December 15, 2023, 3:00 (UTC)

Sale Period: December 15 to December 17, 2023

Pre-sale Period: December 15 to December 16, 2023 (Exclusive to G-SHOCK CREATOR PASS holders)

Number of Units: VGA-001: 1,000 units VGA-002: 1,000 units Total: 2,000 units

Price: 0.1 ETH

Blockchain: Ethereum

Sale Countries: USA, Germany, Italy, Netherlands, Spain, UK, Portugal, Austria, India, Japan, Singapore, Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand, Vietnam, Philippines

"G-SHOCK THE RIDE" - A Ride-Type Attraction

On December 8, 2023, Casio Computer Co., Ltd. also unveiled "G-SHOCK THE RIDE," an attraction-type content in the social VR platform "VRChat," where users can experience the durability tests of G-SHOCK watches.

Earlier in October this year, the company launched the virtual store "G-SHOCK STORE" in VRChat, providing Metaverse content like G-SHOCK customization experiences and fitting models to avatars.

"G-SHOCK THE RIDE" is a ride-type attraction based on the actual durability tests conducted at G-SHOCK's Hamura Technology Center.

It allows users to embark on a theme park-like ride with avatars and enjoy unreal virtual space productions.

This content can be accessed in VRChat by selecting "G-SHOCK THE RIDE" from the world search. Compatible hardware includes "Windows PC, SteamVR compatible hardware, Meta Quest."

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