Introduction
You have probably already heard it a hundred times. Blockchain technology and cryptocurrencies are the new disruptive forces for any industry. People all around the world are coming up with new, engaging, fun and innovative business models to enter the cryptocurrency industry and create a win-win environment for both businesses and consumers.
Among the various types of cryptocurrencies, one that has stood out thanks to its ability to be gathered, is Ethereum. For those of you who are not that familiar with Ethereum, it's the second biggest cryptocurrency, right after Bitcoin. Its advantage compared to others is that Ethereum (ETH) can be gained not only by mining — which is the main way to get bitcoin, other than buying from other individuals — but you can also get it by using software such as games, data organizers, calculators, private contracts, anything really. Specifically for games, when the platform first started, they used to be those funny looking retro games with 90s graphics that pretty much allowed you to win 8 lose or bet ETH coins by building a village, destroying other people's castles, winning a chess match or just get lucky enough with the slots to bring 3 lucky 7s in a row.
Today, several years after the first game based on the Ethereum platform was released, we've got plenty of RPG and RTS games taking over the internet. Not one of those game developers however, considered to make something to please all the crypto enthusiasts that also happen to be football lovers; until now, that is.
Ethercup - The first football manager on the blockchain
If you haven't heard about it yet, then get ready to have your mind blown away by EtherCup, the first and only game based on the Ethereum platform, that brings together cryptocurrencies and blockchain technology with Football Manager!
The platform launched in early June with the ability to buy and sell national teams, get players unlocked and grow your football team.
Later on, in July the players will be distributed in a way that will allow for third-party market places to be intergraded in order to create as accurate attributes as possible. New players will continue to be added in August as well, but at that time, the owners of the virtual teams will also be able to buy and sell individual players (instead of entire teams).
Then, in September, the platform will really bring out its main orientation, adding all the features that will eventually provide you with the Football Manager' experience. Betting, the most important features more many, will become available in October.
Conclusion
In summary, by using EtherCup peak people will be able to play and win crypto (ETH) by managing their football team, using different tactics and training sessions, adding new and improved players or ultimately selling their teams whenever they feel it's time to make some cash for their hard work.
If you think that there is a staggering resemblance with the Football Manager game, then you're right. The main difference is that with EtherCup one has the opportunity to make some serious money. Even buying a team and holding it for 24 hours will make the team reappear on the market the next day, 20% more expensive; at that point the original owner of the team will decide if they want to sell or hold.
The best part of it all — at least for all us football lovers out there — is that the platform will be updated according to real life match results and goals, around the clock. For instance, if a national team you bought scores a goal, then you can unlock one player on your virtual team.
If you hurry, you just might be on time to buy your favourite team and make some real money with it. Just click here to get to the platform's official page and become the best Football Manager there is out there!