Bathroom Blitz Game Launch Announcement

Otherside has introduced **Thornwood Ruins**, a new map for Blitz Season 1, its battle royale-style game mode. **Key Updates:** - New map: Thornwood Ruins now available for players - Additional weapons added to the arsenal - Last-player-standing gameplay continues - Accessible via streaming at [otherside.xyz/blitz](http://otherside.xyz/blitz) Blitz Season 1 launched earlier this month with streaming capabilities, allowing players to enter directly through the Blitz widget. The game is part of Otherside's broader metaverse platform, which includes multiple experiences accessible through the ODK tab. Players can squad up and compete in the new environment as the season progresses. The update maintains the core battle royale format while expanding the playable terrain and combat options for participants.

Otherside is marking the Year of the Horse with a special celebration event. **Event Details:** - Kicks off February 17 at 8am PT - Takes place in the Nexus - Promises surprises for participants The metaverse platform is hosting this themed celebration as part of its ongoing development. Players can join the festivities in the game's central hub area. No additional details about specific activities or rewards have been announced yet.

**Otherside** has published new release notes for December 2025, marking continued progress on their **gamified metaverse** project. The update follows previous releases from March and December, showing consistent development momentum for the **metaRPG platform**. **Key highlights:** - New development documentation available - Ongoing progress on the interoperable virtual world - Continued work on MMORPG mechanics integration Otherside combines traditional gaming elements with web3 functionality, allowing players to: - Own virtual land through **Otherdeed NFTs** - Convert NFTs into playable characters - Participate in real-time multiplayer experiences The project aims to create a player-owned metaverse where thousands can interact simultaneously. [View full release notes](https://docs.otherside.xyz/documentation/continuous-development)

**High demand triggers security measures** Amazon's bot-prevention system activated due to a spike in demand for Otherdeed services. The automated security response flagged multiple user accounts as potentially suspicious. **Account access temporarily restricted** - Some users receiving safety flags on accounts - Password changes required for affected accounts - Issue expected to resolve automatically soon The Otherdeed team acknowledges the inconvenience and asks users to remain patient while the system normalizes. No user action needed beyond password updates if prompted.

**Final weekend** for Outbreak on the Large Map at @Othergamesxyz - Saturday, 3PM EST - Prizes and XP available - Last chance to play on expanded map This marks the end of the special large map edition that has been running for several weekends. Players can compete for rewards one final time before the event concludes. [Join the action](launch.otherside.xyz)