Happy Holidays, Operators.

As we close out 2025, we want to thank you for being part of an incredible year for Shrapnel. Your time, feedback, and energy have helped push the game forward, and we’re excited for what’s coming next in 2026.

As part of our path toward launch, Shrapnel will be migrating to Gala Chain early in the new year. To support this transition, the website will remain online, but all account-based services will be unavailable during a scheduled maintenance period from January 1 to February 1.

During this one-month shutdown, players will not be able to register or access their Shrapnel accounts. The following features will be temporarily unavailable:
- Marketplace
- Player inventories
- Wallet linking
- SHRAP bridging (deposits and withdrawals)

The migration will be handled entirely by the Shrapnel team and requires no action from players. All items and assets will remain safe and secure throughout the process and will still be in your inventories once services resume. No functional changes to user experience are expected as a result of the migration.

As always, please remain vigilant during this period. Be cautious of bad actors or scam attempts claiming to assist with the migration. Shrapnel will never ask for your private keys or direct you to external links. If you encounter anything suspicious, report it in #🚨〡report or open a support ticket so our moderators can investigate.

We’ll also be continuing with our monthly dev update series on our blog in the new year, highlighting the progress made over November and December.

Thank you again for your support. Enjoy the final days of 2025, and we’ll see you in the new year. ||@Operator ||

— The Shrapnel Team

@Operator , we are excited to share that we will be holding an exclusive closed playtest in December! :Shrapnel_HexLogo_White_Transpare:

A curated selection of our strongest supporters including Operators Collection NFT (not Extraction Packs), and some community members will be hand selected to try out an in-progress and in-complete build to share their feedback on the progress towards launch.

How the playtest will be structured: 2-3 different days with 1.5-2h windows for playing.

Why we decided for this format: It gives some of our biggest supporters early hands-on time with an in-progress build, lets us collect focused, high-quality feedback from passionate players, and avoids pulling extra resources away from core development for the launch. Smaller groups and condensed 1.5–2h windows also help us keep servers stable and matchmaking smooth for a more enjoyable experience.

What you can expect: Shrapnel's new 4v4 Battle mode is a work in progress. It's not finished and you're likely to encounter bugs, see missing features and notice things that are still missing the complete feature set. Why would we show work that's not finished? Because we want to hear from you, our community about the new game mode, the gameplay and how the progress is feeling. We want your feedback so we can focus on what matters to you for launch.

Application does not guarantee that you'll be accepted into this curated event. There are many factors that weigh into the selection process, and not getting an invite for this event does not mean you wont get invited to future events.

How to apply: Head over to #🛎〡announcements and follow instructions. this channel is only visible to Verified Holders

• If you are not a Verified Holder yet, head to #collabland-join and link your wallet holding the Operator(s) :lurking: the deadline for application is end of November, so don't stress if you aren't at your PC today (or similar situation)
• Further info TBA in #🛎〡announcements

Happy start of the week, @Operator ! :Hi:

We are happy to kick it off with another monthly update - read about some of the things October brought to Shrapnel!

Oh, and I must admit.. although "immersive" mode was truly thrilling, we are all glad the UI is back :lol: Read on that and more here

November is in full swing, and we can't wait to share the next update on the game's development with you! :love:

A little bonus in form of a short gameplay compilation to go with the update in #🐦〡social

Monthly Updates — October

Hey everyone,

GM, Operators!

First of the monthly updates series is here! :Hi:

Read about the highlights from what the team's been working on in September 📑

@Operator

https://medium.com/@playSHRAPNEL/monthly-updates-september-9b51fc5fbd74

Monthly Updates — September

We’re excited to kick off our monthly blog series, where we’ll share some of the highlights from what the team’s been working on as we…

@Operator
https://x.com/playSHRAPNEL/status/1955619278960378016
https://decrypt.co/334963/shrapnel-raises-19-5m-to-fuel-global-launch

Shrapnel Raises $19.5M to Fuel Global Launch (via @decryptmedia) ⤵️

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Shrapnel Raises $19.5M to Fuel Global Launch - Decrypt

Tortola, British Virgin Islands, 13th August 2025

@Operator

Gala x Shrapnel Commemorative Badge

Eligibility requirements: Sign up for Gala Account, download Gala Wallet and set it up.

➡️ https://games.gala.com/?promo=shrapnel&utm_source=pr

The NFT will be dropped to all Gala wallets created by 6am PST on Aug 2.

Gala Games

Join our community of gamers & NFT enthusiasts on a new type of platform. Buy limited edition NFTs, earn Gala through playing, and have fun!

@Operator

Dear Operators,

Shrapnel is migrating from Avalanche to GalaChain.
The move is strategic, enabling us to realize our shared long-term vision and global ambitions. Avalanche has been a great partner to Shrapnel and we continue to hold them in high-regards.

The move also supports the development of a compliant bridge to China's Trusted Copyright Chain (TCC), providing access to over 600 million gamers. Up to 10% of China revenue may be used for periodic $SHRAP repurchases on GalaChain to support ecosystem health, subject to market and regulatory conditions.

We’re thrilled to welcome Gala’s 1.5M+ strong community to experience Shrapnel, dive into our events, and explore fresh collaborations in gaming and entertainment. To mark the occasion, you’ll be able to claim a Commemorative Badge - details coming soon.

See Gala's full press release and stay tuned for ours: https://decrypt.co/332537/galachain-through-landmark-shrapnel-partnership-secures-access-to-chinas-trusted-copyright-chain

Additionally, we'll be publishing:
- -> a blog outlining any changes to user experience or ecosystem features resulting from the migration (if and where applicable)
- -> a follow-up Q&A to address additional community questions

As always, thanks for your support and being part of our colourful journey!

GalaChain, Through Landmark Shrapnel Partnership, Secures Access to...

San Francisco, USA / CA, 30th July 2025, Chainwire

@Operator

Sharing some gameplay from recent playtests - grab your popcorn :eatingpopcorn:

https://x.com/playSHRAPNEL/status/1912578257494437921

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ErPs43sKkds&ab_channel=playSHRAPNEL

SHRAPNEL 🔺 (@playSHRAPNEL) on X

More Operators. More Sigma abilities. More heart-pounding action 🔥

Here’s a peek at what’s coming 👇

【WIP】

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New Mode Preview | Playtest Footage You Need to See 🔥

After Earthfall in 2038, Operators rage in the battle for Sigma.
SHRAPNEL is a premium-quality FPS game from an award-winning team launching in 2025!

This is a work-in-progress build and does not reflect the final version of the game. Many aspects are still being developed and are subject to change.

✍️ Make sure to check out our latest b...

@Operator

We’re excited to share that the court has approved our settlement agreement and this chapter is now behind us! With the matter fully resolved, we can focus entirely on what matters most: the game and its upcoming launch.

A huge thank you to our community for standing by us through it all. Your support means everything, and we can’t wait for you to experience the new game mode!

P.S. gameplay video dropping this week!

@Operator

Answering your most frequently asked questions about our partnership with China to launch the first licensed Web3 game on the Trusted Copyright Chain 🙌

https://x.com/playSHRAPNEL/status/1910757311598993411

https://medium.com/@playSHRAPNEL/launching-the-first-licensed-web3-game-on-chinas-trusted-copyright-chain-8626fb7505ed

SHRAPNEL 🔺 (@playSHRAPNEL) on X

Answering your most frequently asked questions about our partnership with China to launch the first licensed Web3 game on the Trusted Copyright Chain 🙌

Latest blog 👇

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Launching the First Licensed Web3 Game on China’s Trusted Copyrig...

We’re honored to be the first Licensed Web3 game approved for launch in China. This milestone expands opportunities for players and…

@Operator

SHRAPNEL Partners with the Chinese Government to Launch the First Licensed Web3 Game on the Nation’s Official RWA Chain!

https://x.com/playSHRAPNEL/status/1906979915838235121

https://medium.com/@playSHRAPNEL/shrapnel-partners-with-the-chinese-government-to-launch-the-first-licensed-web3-game-on-the-80e982cc61fb

SHRAPNEL 🔺 (@playSHRAPNEL) on X

SHRAPNEL Partners with the Chinese Government to Launch the First Licensed Web3 Game on the Nation’s Official RWA Chain (via @decryptmedia) https://t.co/kysJ5Ir6Ux
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SHRAPNEL Partners with the Chinese Government to Launch the First L...

Decrypt Press Release

@Operator

We are pleased to share the following news:

https://venturebeat.com/games/neon-machines-settles-lawsuit-with-former-investors/

Lock in for 2025 :lurking:

Neon Machine settles lawsuit with former investors

Neon Machine, the developer and publisher of the Web3 first-person shooter Shrapnel, announced it has settled an investor lawsuit filed in 2023. Neon said it expects the settlement to be submitted for court approval in due course. By entering into this settlement agreement, Shrapnel looks forward to bringing this matter to a close. The team […]

@Operator 2024 was a wild ride 🎢 As we reflect on this year, we’re overwhelmed with gratitude, and excitement for what lies ahead. Together, we’ve accomplished remarkable milestones, and our journey is just beginning ✨

➜ 3.7M+ gameplay sessions across 8 STX events
➜ 141M+ Sigma extracted
➜ 4.3M+ SHRAP rewarded
➜ 500K+ skins, fragment and badges distributed
➜ Countless memories

To the Shrapnel community: thank you from the bottom of our hearts!

Read our full 2024 recap ⤵️
https://medium.com/@playSHRAPNEL/reflecting-on-2024-building-rewarding-and-charging-toward-an-epic-2025-b2f6e89956f4

Reflecting on 2024: Building, Rewarding, and Charging Toward an Epi...

As with many across our industry, 2024 brought both massive wins as well as some intense challenges for our team at SHRAPNEL. Even in the…

GM! We’ve got some exciting updates to share! With a new CEO leading the charge and fresh funding commitments, we’re laser-focused on getting Shrapnel ready for its big 2025 launch! https://decrypt.co/296421/shrapnel-game-studio-new-ceo-fundraising

‘Shrapnel’ Game Studio Names New CEO, Reveals Fundraising Plans - D...

Neon Machine, developer of the Avalanche-based game Shrapnel, has hired an Xbox veteran as CEO as founder Mark Long takes an advisory role.

✦ IMPORTANT INTEL ✦

All METAL balances will be migrated to users’ Inventories on http://Shrapnel.com as part of our ecosystem updates. The migration will start on December 17, 2024, at 1 PM PST, and is estimated to take a few hours. Thank you for your patience as we enhance your experience 🫡

📢 To prepare, all players with Moku accounts and METAL need to sign in at https://shrapnel.moku.gg and ensure their Shrapnel account is linked. We’ll announce once the transition is complete. Any issues can be reported on https://shrapnelhelp.zendesk.com/hc/en-us.

➡️Enlisted users will continue to receive their daily METAL rewards which will be reflected in your inventory balance. The balance will update every day at midnight PST.
➡️By the end of next week, you’ll be able to check your METAL balance directly on http://Shrapnel.com.
➡️METAL distribution through Lunatics will be paused until further notice.

We’re excited to reveal more about upcoming METAL sinks soon, including opportunities to use METAL on the Printer and Recycle Depot 🎉

The Shrapnel community is the best community.
Onward to victory in 2025, Operators!

SHRAPNEL

SHRAPNEL - A new kind of Game from an Award-winning team.

✦ SHRAPPY HOLIDAYS - REWARDS ✦

Can’t have a festive holiday event without exciting rewards to collect! :love:

Check our blog for full details on the rewards structure👇
https://medium.com/@playSHRAPNEL/shrappy-holidays-2024-unwrap-exclusive-rewards-ccbcf93aa20b

SHRAPPY HOLIDAYS 2024: Unwrap Exclusive Rewards!

Can’t have a festive holiday event without exciting rewards to collect! We’ve reimagined the Shrapnel STX experience for the holidays…

@Operator

From the desk of CEO & Head of Studio:
COMMUNITY MEMO: SHRAPNEL BUSINESS UPDATE

Our Shrapnel community are the absolute best, and we are committed to transparency and collaboration during this wild game dev journey. We’d like to fill the vacuum of uncertainty on a few important topics.

It’s true, some people have left the team recently for various reasons including pursuing new opportunities. Look for their updates on LinkedIn if you like. We always try to part ways with the best wishes for each person. The industry has been particularly volatile this year. Fortunately, our bench is deep: our game team & platform dev team & creator tools team are still among the very best in the industry, and work continues.

Also, as some of you may know, founder-level litigation continues in the background. We remain open to reasonable discussion toward settlement, but if such a resolution is not possible then we are committed to pursuing and protecting our rights in court. The good news is our lawyers are great, the legal process has restored control of the board to us, and any distraction to the product team is minimized. We are optimistic.

Day to day in our studio, we are focused on the public releases that matter most:
1) increased availability of the best game we can make, 2) high-quality on-chain assets players love, and 3) increasing SHRAP utility. Our roadmap supports these priorities. In Q4 we will host an extended Early Access event, which serves as the live-ops foundation necessary for our always-on, free-to-play launch in the first half of 2025.

In short, it’s a bumpy road but we are steadfast. We are fully focused on the highest priority work, committed to delivering the best game and web3 ecosystem possible.

Yours sincerely,
Mark Long & Don Norbury

@​everyone

**STX3.2 is NOW FINISHED **

Thank you all for another memorable STX! Stay tuned as we finish finalizing the leaderboard positions and mission completions.

Big congrats to everyone who claimed the <@​&1266093169003462717> role and may the odds be in your favor for the Operator raffle soon! :Hi:

As always please visit https://www.shrapnel.com/survey and leave us all of your feedback on STX3.2! :Excited:

Shrapnel STX 3.2 Survey

Share your experiences with this early version of Shrapnel!

@Operator

STX3.2 starts this week!! :Hi:

➜ Thursday, July 25, 2024 06:00 PM - Tuesday, July 30, 2024 06:00 PM
➜ Prize Pool: 1 Million SHRAP
➜ 6 missions in total (3 of which award SHRAP)
➜ Half of the SHRAP prize pool is allocated as bonus rewards for Operator holders who successfully complete all in-game missions
➜ SHRAP rewards will scale based on the number of Operators you hold (e.g. if you hold 2 Operator NFTs, you will receive 2x the bonus reward, if you hold 3 ⇾ 3x, 4 ⇾ 4x, etc)

📢 We are thrilled to announce that the Top 50 Players from the STX3.2 Sigma Extraction Leaderboard will receive a 404 token airdrop. More info https://x.com/cyberseum_xyz/status/1798754314913222899

Be sure to connect your wallet(s) holding your Operator NFT(s) to your Shrapnel account.

See you in the Zone :lurking:

Cyberseum (@cyberseum_xyz) on X

Cyberseum x @playSHRAPNEL

Shrapnel is one of the pioneers in Web3 Gaming & we welcome them as a strategic partner.

With their world class team & deep presence in Web 3 Gaming, Shrapnel is often used as a benchmark for excellence and we are excited to be a part of that mission.

Twitter

@Operator

✦ The Lunatics: Solo Mission is LIVE ✦

Thrilled to announce the launch of The Lunatics: Solo Mission - our PvE mode, and massive shoutout to the amazing Alchemy team and Grow Studio for bringing this idea to life!

Dive in at #🔫・play-lunatics

Encounter waves of new enemies, discover Shrapnel lore, and fight three epic bosses!!

More rewards: :Hi:

➜ First 10 to beat Solo Mission on Elite difficulty get $100 in SHRAP each.

➜ Top 10 on the Shadow Arena Leaderboard share $1000 in SHRAP. Pays out every 1st of the month to players’ game wallets automatically.

➜ Upon completing all three chapters, players earn Play Credits (for Novice) and are rewarded with METAL (for Veteran and Elite difficulty), used to determine the amount of future ecosystem rewards you receive.

Check out our blog for more information!
https://medium.com/@playSHRAPNEL/the-lunatics-67f4b1604829

The Lunatics

The Lunatics, A Shrapnel Story — Public Beta

@​everyone

Thank you all for another amazing STX event! Be sure to fill out our survey and give us all your feedback @ https://shrapnel.com/survey

✦ SHRAPNEL 2024 and beyond ✦

As we cross the mid-year mark, we’d like to share a summary of what we’ve achieved this year and a preview of what’s to come. Future updates include:

➜ A TON of game updates (new Sigma Ability, persistent inventory, new weapons & more)
➜ Sigma Skins (a secondary ‘class’ of skins which grant unique rewards to holders)
➜ The Printer & Schematics (a Schematic is inserted into a 3D printing machine which destroys the Schematic and transforms it into an item)
➜ Duos & Controller Support
➜ Operator Progression!

Make sure to check out our blog for more information 👇
https://medium.com/@playSHRAPNEL/shrapnel-2024-and-beyond-fa68d5686e16

Shrapnel STX 3.1 Survey

Share your experiences with this early version of Shrapnel!

SHRAPNEL 2024 and beyond

A preview of our roadmap

@Operator

✦ STX3.1 Prize Pool - 1 Million SHRAP ✦

Complete missions during STX3.1 for SHRAP rewards, weapon skin fragments, and a Wildcard! :Hi:

➜ 6 missions in total (3 of which award SHRAP)
➜ Half of the SHRAP prize pool is allocated to bonus rewards for Operator holders who successfully complete all in-game missions :lurking:

Join STX3.1 (June 24-28) and claim your rewards!

➜ Get 3 kills with the Sigma Wave - Hazard Pay Shotgun Fragment A
➜ Extract 5 Weapon Skin Fragments - Hazard Pay Shotgun Fragment B
➜ Extract from The Zone 7 times - Wildcard
➜ Craft one Weapon Skin from Fragments - SHRAP
➜ Get 12 kills with any Suppressed Weapons - SHRAP
➜ Extract 4000 Sigma - SHRAP

If you are an Operator holder make sure to link your wallet holding an Operator to your Shrapnel account! :love:

@Operator

✦ The Lunatics Launch ✦

We are super excited to announce the Public Beta launch of “The Lunatics” - an all-new strategy game developed by the amazing Alchemy team, exclusively available on Discord! And massive shoutout to the super talented team at GrowStudioHQ who produced the sick art and animations!

Go check out #🔫・play-lunatics :lurking:

Select your team, choose your strategy, win the battle and reap your rewards!

➜ Gameplay: In this rogue-like auto-battler, you will begin each round by choosing three Lunatics to fight with. Next, you’ll set your team up for battle by strategically choosing their abilities and positions on the battlefield. Once ready, you’ll start the battle, sit back, and watch the results.
➜ Highly Accessible: Play “The Lunatics” on any device that supports Discord, with no additional system requirements needed.
➜ 3 Difficulty Levels: Novice, Veteran, Elite
➜ 2 Game Modes: Shadow Arena - PvP (Available now), Solo Missions (To be released)

Rewards:

➜ Play Credits: Play Credits allow you to access the more challenging Veteran and Elite levels. Earn Play Credits by completing the Novice difficulty or purchase Play Credits with SHRAP.
➜ METAL Rewards: Players earn METAL by successfully completing the Veteran or Elite campaigns.
➜ In the Shadow Arena, you’ll fight against the shadows of other players. Get 10 wins before you get 5 losses to win!
➜ On a Solo Mission, you’ll encounter waves of new enemies, discover Shrapnel lore, and fight three epic bosses.

➜ Benefits for NFT Holders: Shrapnel Operator NFT holders can receive 5 Play Credits per day as a reward for attempting a run on any difficulty (the Play Credits are granted even if you lose, but you have to finish the run - no abandoning). Make sure you have the Verified Holder role on Discord.

Stay tuned for further updates and announcements!
If you have any questions or experience any issues, please do not hesitate to open up a Discord ticket!

@Operator

STX3 is a wrap, however weapon skin crafting and marketplace trading remain available! :love:

A huge thank you to everyone who joined us for STX3! Your excitement and feedback have been incredibly inspiring and heartwarming!

We're thrilled to be building Shrapnel in public alongside our community and shaping its future together. Your input is essential as we work to improve the game, and we can't wait to see you back in the Sacrifice Zone soon!

Until then, please help us by filling out our feedback form http://shrapnel.com/survey

SHRAP rewards will be calculated and distributed after the results have been audited. Stay tuned for an announcement soon! :lurking:

Shrapnel STX 3.0 Survey

Share your experiences with this early version of Shrapnel!

@Operator

ENLIST TODAY AND BE REWARDED WITH METAL FOR SERVING IN THE ZONE!

What is Enlistment?

Enlistment enables you to lock your SHRAP tokens on our subnet and earn METAL in return. While your SHRAP tokens are locked, you cannot withdraw/bridge them out, but you can still use your SHRAP for buying or crafting skins, trading in our marketplace, and more.

What is METAL?

METAL is an off-chain points system. METAL will have a range of future in-game utility and will provide future ecosystem rewards to those who accumulate it.

The amount of METAL you accumulate will determine your rewards. For a full overview of METAL, check out the previous METAL blog post.

Getting Started

There will be an Enlistment Operation on Moku that redirects you to the Enlistment Intel Page. To enlist, choose a duration period from the four options available (3, 6, 9, or 12 months). Once enlisted, a timer will display your remaining time, and the option to withdraw SHRAP will be disabled for the duration of your Enlistment.

Can I re-enlist for a different duration? Can I cancel my Enlistment?

You can re-enlist for a longer contract at any time, which will terminate your current contract and start a new one. However, it is not possible to cancel your enlistment early or switch to a shorter duration (i.e. you must complete your full Enlistment contract time before you are able to withdraw SHRAP.)

How is METAL awarded during Enlistment?

METAL is awarded daily, and is based on the amount of SHRAP in your account at the start of your Enlistment. This means that the daily METAL you earn will not decrease if you use your SHRAP for activities like trading on the marketplace.

The length of your enlistment affects your METAL rewards:

• 3 months: METAL (base amount)
• 6 months: 1.25x METAL base multiplier
• 9 months: 1.6x METAL base multiplier
• 12 months: 2x METAL base multiplier

For V1, if you choose to re-enlist, the multiplier is applied to the SHRAP balance you re-enlist with.

Bonus METAL for completing Operations

There will be the opportunity to complete Operations - unique quests on Moku for bridging-in SHRAP, rewarding you with additional METAL upon completion.

Kindly note that to transfer SHRAP out, users are required to have Verified Identity.

Checking Your METAL Balance

We are partnering with the questing platform, Moku, to deliver an engaging experience for participants. You can view your current METAL balance on the Moku platform.

**✦ STX3 Prize Pool - 1 Million SHRAP ✦ **

During STX3, players can complete missions to earn event-exclusive weapon skins and SHRAP rewards.

➜ There are a total of 6 missions: 3 for weapon skins and 3 for SHRAP.
➜ Operator holders who complete all missions will receive an additional SHRAP reward.

Missions:
- Get 5 kills with the Sigma Wave - Weapon Skin
- Extract 3 Weapon Skin Fragments - Weapon Skin
- Extract from the Zone 5 times - Weapon Skin
- Craft one Weapon Skin from Fragments - SHRAP
- Get 10 kills with any Suppressed Weapon - SHRAP
- Extract 4000 Sigma throughout the course of STX3 - SHRAP

Operator Holders who complete all 6 STX3 missions will receive a bonus SHRAP reward! :love:

SHRAP rewards will be calculated and distributed after the data and results have been audited. :lurking:

**✦ STX3: Yomi Preview ✦ **

Check out this super interesting video with dub and Jeff, Shrapnel's Game Director, as they discuss the latest map changes, upcoming layout updates, secret spots, fun stories, and more!

Link to full video on YT ⬇
https://youtu.be/Pv1xhFwSMgs?si=2gVYhJRfu2y8_WEU

STX3 Map Preview with Shrapnel's Game Director

Dub (Community Manager) and Jeff McGann (Game Director) discuss the latest map changes, future layout updates, secret spots, fun stories, and more!

Ready to be part of the next gameplay event?
Early Access gameplay events are exclusively available for Extraction Pack holders! Learn more about Extraction Packs: https://www.shrapnel.com/marketp...

We’ve partnered with Moku to enhance your Shrapnel journey! :Hi:

Very soon you will be able to complete Operations to claim METAL and receive future ecosystem rewards. :love:

Be sure to join our Twitter space today!
Join on Discord

For more information on METAL, please check out our new medium blog ⬇️
https://medium.com/@playSHRAPNEL/metal-491247ae5015

METAL

Earn METAL and enhance your Shrapnel journey!