Spider Tanks is an exciting new crypto-based multiplayer battle game from Gala Games. It utilizes the Ethereum blockchain to allow players the chance to earn money while playing. The game is fast-paced and exciting.
Game Options
The menu screen gives players to host or join exhibition games, enter a shooting range to practice against bots using different load-outs, play a survival mode, and access the garage to equip weapons or abilities which can be used in battle mode to earn rewards.
The Garage
The garage is an essential part of the Spider Tanks. This is where players can equip and upgrade existing weapon modules or abilities. There are a generous number of abilities to choose from. These include shields, cloaking devices, repair drones, the ability to call airstrikes or teleport, throw stun grenades, place turrets, and more. A large part of the enjoyment of the game is found in creating and testing different combinations in the arena.
Spider Tanks Gameplay
For anyone familiar with top-down games, the controls are incredibly simple. The movement of the tank is controlled with the keyboard keys (W, S, A, D). The rotation of the tank, as well as the firing distance, is controlled with the mouse. However, some weaponry requires a greater degree of skill to use effectively in terms of distance control and aiming. The abilities have varying cool-down rates and can be set up with the number keys.
The battle mode uses a matchmaking system to create balanced teams of 3 v 3. There is a strong skill-based element to Spider Tanks. Players need to dodge, fire, retreat, and attack at the optimal time to win a firefight. As well as that, effective teams know when to hold and when to push the opposition back. I found the most enjoyable modes were escort and zone control.
How to Earn SILK Tokens
Spider Tanks allows you to earn SILK tokens by winning games. The better you perform, the more you will receive. However, the rank of the tank NFT determines how efficient you are at earning SILK. This isn’t the only way to earn in-game SILK. Players can also share their tanks using the dropship mode. This mode allows players to essentially rent out their tank to other users for 24 hours and gain 50% of the earnings when someone wins the tank.
Verdict
While being very easy to pick up, Spider Tanks requires a lot of quick thinking and skill in order to become proficient. This, paired with the players’ option to change their gameplay strategy by equipping a wide range of abilities had me coming back for more. I look forward to seeing what additional maps and modes the creators come up with, and I will definitely be revisiting the battle arena for some tank-based carnage in the future.
No, Spider Tanks offers a free-to-play option with rotating tanks. Free tanks can’t be upgraded or traded, but you can still earn SILK and compete in battles. However, owning NFT tanks unlocks several benefits, including customization, earning Victory Points (VP), and potential trading profits.
There are multiple ways:
- Victory Points (VP): Earned by winning battles with NFT tanks. VP can be exchanged for SILK, the main in-game currency.
- SILK rewards: Free-to-play players and NFT owners can earn SILK for participating in battles and completing challenges.
- NFT trading: Sell your tanks or components on the open market like OpenSea for profit.
- Renting NFTs: Earn passive income by renting your tanks to other players.
- Map ownership: Owning in-game maps earns you a small percentage of VP awarded in matches played on your map.
Currently, Spider Tanks offers three main game modes:
- Deathmatch: Classic free-for-all battle.
- Capture the Flag: Capture the enemy flag and deliver it to your base.
- Capture the Chicken: Steal the neutral chicken and hold it for the longest time.
Use SILK to upgrade your tanks, purchase new NFTs, access exclusive events, and participate in governance decisions shaping the game’s future.
Spider Tanks is a Play-to-Earn (P2E) arena brawler where players customize and pilot spider-like tanks in battle. It features strategic customization, exciting battles, and an earning potential through NFTs and the in-game currency, SILK.
Spider Tanks has two main NFT types: Tank Bodies and Tank Weapons. Combining them creates a “Hero Tank.” Each comes in various rarity levels (Common to Ancient) affecting stats and potential earnings.
