Offbit

About Offbit

Offbit is a social gaming platform that allows users to play games and earn cryptocurrency rewards. The platform is designed to be a casual and fun experience, with a focus on social interaction between players. The games on Offbit are a mix of casual, puzzle, and multiplayer genres, designed for easy pick-up and play without a significant time commitment. The company's business model revolves around a play-to-earn system, where players can earn cryptocurrencies or NFTs (Non-Fungible Tokens) by completing in-game quests and challenges. The more a user plays, the more they can potentially earn. Offbit aims to create an ecosystem that integrates game experiences into players' daily lives, fostering a community and sense of belonging. This is achieved through various social touchpoints like chat features and multiplayer functionalities that are central to the gaming experience.

The company behind the platform, Offbit Studios, was co-founded by brothers Nick and John Gotch. Nick Gotch, the Founder & Engineer, has over two decades of software engineering experience across various industries, including banking, healthcare, and video games. His past work includes roles at Subatomic Studios and he currently serves as a software engineer at Tufts University. John Gotch, the Founder & Artist, brings over 15 years of experience as an artist and video game developer, and is currently an Associate Art Director at Blizzard Entertainment working on Overwatch 2. His portfolio includes work on major titles like Metal Gear Solid V and Evolve. Offbit Studios was established in 2011 with the goal of producing high-quality, visually pleasing games that the founders themselves enjoy playing.