Upland Blossom Season Blasts Off: Mars, New Lore, and Faction Wars Await!

Spring has arrived in Upland, and with it comes the start of Blossom Season, our most adventurous and imaginative season yet. Inspired by futuristic Saturday morning cartoons, this season is packed with bold stories, unexpected twists, and a whole new layer of Upland to explore.

We’re excited to unveil three major updates launching with Blossom. These features reflect our commitment to expanding Upland’s lore, introducing new gameplay, and deepening the world-building that brings our metaverse to life.

Upland Goes to Mars: A Galactic Expansion

The Blossom theme isn’t just inspired by retro-futurism and space, it’s about going beyond. That’s why we’re thrilled to announce that Upland is going to Mars.

Yes, really.

We’re expanding the metaverse to include Mars, complete with mintable properties based on real NASA maps. The Martian layer introduces brand-new mechanics like zero-gravity building, rare alien artifacts, and otherworldly treasure hunts.

To launch this cosmic chapter, 2,000 lucky players will be able to register for early access through the Upland Store.

Registration Opens: Monday, March 31 @ 9AM PT
Sale Starts: Tuesday, April 1 @ 9AM PT
Price: 1,000 UPX
Quantity: 2,000

Future updates will include interplanetary travel terminals and rocket-powered exploration between Earth and Mars. Buckle up, it’s going to be a wild ride!

Lore Legits: Dive Into the Story

Say hello to Lore Legits, a brand-new type of Legit that brings the world of Upland to life through storytelling. These collectibles are more than just passes, they’re the keys to understanding the deeper narrative behind Blossom Season.

Each Lore Legit features a comic-strip-style story that explores the lives, motives, and secrets of the characters from this season’s pass. Where did they come from? What are they after? And what’s their place in the ever-growing Upland universe?

Lore Legits will be available through event prizes, bundles, and giveaways. Think of them as collectible episodes of your favorite Saturday morning cartoon, only this time, you’re part of the story.

This is just the beginning for Lore Legits. We’re excited to expand them across Upland, weaving rich new narratives into every corner of the metaverse. From neighborhoods to landmarks, expect fresh stories and deeper lore to emerge as Upland continues to grow. Stay tuned, there’s so much more to discover.

A New Sparklet Wars Faction

The seas once echoed with cannon fire and the rebel cries of the pirate fleet. They ruled the waves with swagger and spark, plundering freely and flying their colors high. But the tides have turned.

The pirates have been decimated.

Their ships lie in smoldering ruin, defeated by the disciplined might of the Knights and the relentless advance of the Cyborgs. The oceans are no longer lawless, now patrolled by global powers, their once-untouchable reign has ended in embers.

But from the ashes of rebellion… something unexpected emerges.

Enter the HardFork Hipsters, a new faction for Sparklet Wars Season 3. They don’t seek control or conquest. Instead, they stand for vibes, vintage ideals, and an ironic brand of pacifism. Clad in artisanal armor and powered by organic, paraben free, sparklet, they’re here to reclaim cool from the chaos.

This anti-war collective champions peace, irony, and hand-rolled values. They’ve reclaimed rebellion with recycled slogans, cryptic philosophies, and an overwhelming love for everything vintage. Their motto? Love, Peace, Appease.

They reject violence… but they’re still here to win. Expect conflict-free sparring, virtue-signaled strategy, and just enough snark to confuse their enemies into surrender.

Details on their abilities and unique features will be revealed soon, stay tuned.

Get Ready

All three features are launching with Blossom Season, one of the most ambitious and imaginative updates we’ve ever rolled out. From rich storytelling to interplanetary exploration and a fresh twist in Sparklet Wars, this season has something for every kind of Uplander.

So embrace the blossom, chase the lore, explore the stars, and enjoy the adventure, Uplanders. Stay tuned for more details on each of these exciting features as the season unfolds.