Ever dreamed of navigating a sewer endlessly? Brace yourself, as Yuga Labs, the mastermind behind the Bored Ape Yacht Club, is resurrecting the Dookey Dash game in a new and odorously entertaining “Unclogged” edition, a result of a collaboration with game studio Faraway. Curtis, it seems, needs to grab the plunger again—there’s something lurking in the toilet.
This quarter, Yuga Labs plans to unleash the revamped Dookey Dash, offering a free-to-play experience for enthusiasts who fancy a run through the digital sewers. The original Dookey Dash required a Sewer Pass NFT on Ethereum, exclusively bestowed upon Bored Ape and Mutant Ape NFT holders. However, this time, the sewer-themed endless runner welcomes anyone daring enough to dive in.
In its first release, Dookey Dash sparked intense competition. In February 2023, pro Fortnite player “Mongraal” clinched victory, selling his NFT key to billionaire Adam Weitsman for a whopping $1.63 million. While the original NFT holders will be eligible for “token benefits” in the new edition, details about rewards, including the speculated ApeCoin tokens, remain unconfirmed by Yuga Labs.
Unlike its predecessor, Dookey Dash: Unclogged will cater to a wider audience, supporting iOS, Android, Mac desktop, and Windows desktop users. This shift from a web browser-based game to app-based platforms promises a smoother and more secure gaming experience, enhancing the overall appeal of the stinky original.
The Fortnite Guy (TFG), a Bored Ape and gaming influencer and part of Yuga Labs’ gaming council, spilled the beans on the upcoming launch. According to TFG, the mid-February release will treat select Yuga NFT holders with additional NFTs. A sneak peek video shared by TFG showcased various playable character skins, new game vehicles, a leaderboard, and in-game currencies for purchase.
Dookey Dash: Unclogged introduces a range of in-game items available for fiat currency, including “Coins,” “Boosters,” “Energy,” and the intriguing “Skip-It” passes. Players can earn coins by actively participating in the game. The teaser video also hinted at a revamped “Sewer Rank” system, featuring tiers such as Amateur, Semi-Pro, Professional, All-Star, Champion, Hall of Famer, and GOAT, each with its own boost percentage.
Players can customize their experience by choosing different boosters before each game, with options like a “slow booster,” a “magnet booster,” and a peculiar “power shart.” While the slow booster eases navigation through cramped tunnels, the magnet attracts desirable items, and the “power shart” promises a nitro boost through the cartoonish game world, albeit with a particularly pungent twist.
This upgraded version and re-release of Dookey Dash appear designed to appeal to a broader crypto audience. However, Yuga Labs hopes to avoid the pitfalls of reported cheating and boosting that plagued the original release. As the crypto gaming community eagerly anticipates the stinkiest sequel of the year, Yuga Labs aims to keep the experience fresh, engaging, and decidedly unorthodox. Get ready to plunge into the digital sewers once again—Unclogged style!
