Oxxymore Interactive – OBAN, non-violent competitive strategy · PGW 2025 · Next: Early Access (Jan 2026)
OBAN at Paris Games Week — Mission Completed
Hall 1 – Game France Pavilion • Oct 30 → Nov 2, 2025
Live playtests, strong engagement, many new testers.
OBAN – From PGW 2025 to Early Access.
Showcased live at Paris Games Week 2025, with many testers and strong feedback.
SeNacheSS — free mobile download planned for December 2025.
OBAN Early Access (PC) — planned for January 2026.
Next wave of testers is opening
After Paris Games Week, OBAN remains in a controlled test phase.
We’re opening a post-PGW test wave (Nov–Dec 2025) before the
Early Access PC rollout in early 2026.
OBAN remains key-gated during the test phase.
No key yet? Reach out on Discord or by email and we’ll see what fits.
The notify-me list is how we ping you when we flip the switch to Early Access.
Sneak Peek — Hex Board
Pre-alpha • Limited clipsShort teaser — the full breakdown (interactive diagrams, variants, roles, nomenclature) is in the OBAN Universe.
Zoom, trajectories, contested zones, timing windows…
Unlock the full board logic in the OBAN Universe.
OBAN Origin is the core competitive mode at this stage. Other internal variants are being explored
(including education-focused and accessibility-first formats) and will be revealed step by step.
Design protected via e-Soleau filings (INPI). Technical elements and anything patentable stay confidential.
Core Systems
Simultaneous planning + real-time resolution; sports-like pacing keeps pressure high.
Continuous vectors on a hex grid. Defense-first structure. Coordinated, intentional motion.
Curves, interceptions, “windows of pass” you can read and predict in space-time.
Contested zones and pressure corridors shape routes toward the scoring area.
Protected via e-Soleau (INPI) filings. Patentable elements remain undisclosed.
Why OBAN
Trajectories, passes, interceptions — easy to follow and cast live.
Short rounds, low APM; depth comes from timing, geometry, coordination.
Attention, reasoning, cooperation, resilience — tracked as KPIs.
Fair formats, respectful competition, non-violent gameplay for schools & brands.
Short sessions, modest hardware needs, welcoming tone → wider audience reach.
WHAT PEOPLE SAY
“Readable under pressure, demanding under pressure — perfect to train decision-making with a clock running.”
— Cognitive Science Program Director, Aix-Marseille University
“Sports pacing, but APM stays humane. This is esports schools can actually run.”
— Esports Coach, Student League
“The lanes and timing windows are obvious on screen. You can shoutcast it instantly.”
— Independent Caster
OTHER OXXYMORE PROJECTS
Fast tactical fusion of chess and Senet. Every piece can trigger abilities like Cannon, Trap, Flash, Shield, Leap… Launching as a free mobile download in December 2025, it’s designed to be a quick, accessible entry into the Oxxymore universe.
Infinite descent through a procedural 3D labyrinth: dynamic lighting, secrets, bosses. Solo, co-op, or PvP. The goal: get deeper than everyone else without losing your mind.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Here are the most common questions about OBAN.
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1. What is OBAN?
OBAN is a competitive video game that reinvents chess by blending it with mechanics inspired by American football. It’s a unique mix of strategy, action, and real-time decision-making.
2. Who is OBAN for?
OBAN is for passionate gamers who enjoy strategy, esports, tactical games, or chess — as well as anyone looking for a fresh and demanding competitive experience.
3. Is it multiplayer?
Yes. OBAN can be played in 1v1, 1vAI, 2v2, or 2vAI, with online ranking, quick matches, and community events.
4. How can I access the alpha?
Alpha access requires an OBAN Key. If you have one, enter it in the registration form. If not, join our Discord or contact us to request one.
5. Which platforms will OBAN be available on?
OBAN will initially be available on PC via our website, then on Steam. Mobile and console versions are planned in future updates.
6. Is OBAN free?
The beta version is free. The final game will follow a freemium model with cosmetic content — no Pay-to-Win.
OBAN in the spotlight PGW 2025 • Beta & pilots
OBAN by OXXYMORE INTERACTIVE — a readable, non-violent mental sport, ready for esports and already tested in educational workshops. Find the media kit, partnership tracks and the first measurable impact indicators (schools, associations, events).
Media & communication
- Central media hub: HD logos, captures, unified pitch, FR/EN fact sheet.
- Editorial angles: innovation, responsible esports, pedagogy & accessibility.
- Available for interviews (FR/EN) and guided demo sessions.
Education & social impact
- OBAN Academy: 4×12’ sessions targeting logic, attention, cooperation & rotating roles.
- OBAN Access: progressive adaptation for players with disabilities and specific needs.
- Pilots co-designed with high schools, universities, associations and specialist structures.
Esports & communities
- Readable rules, short 6–8’ rounds, 1v1 / 2v2 formats built for stage and stream.
- Turnkey circuits, showmatches and tournaments (on-site or online).
- Brand activations: naming, themed challenges, in-game drops, seasonal programs.
“OBAN reimagines strategy as a fast, readable mental sport — as enjoyable to watch as it is to teach.”
Latest News
Quick snapshot of where the studio stands right now: SenaChess, LabiMaster and OBAN. For full details, head to the blog / devlog.
SenaChess — mobile launch (ad-supported)
Fast tactical board sport on a 3×10 grid. Ultra-short matches, watch-an-ad monetization. Planned as our first commercial drop on mobile.
LabiMaster — co-op descent shooter
Procedural labyrinths, light vs darkness, PvE survival with opportunistic PvP loot theft. Actively in production, coming after SenaChess.
OBAN — strategy sport prototype
Competitive strategy concept around passing lanes, territory control and readable flow. Still prototype-stage — we’re recruiting human testers.
Studio roadmap — what’s next
SenaChess shipping first, LabiMaster vertical slice in progress, and OBAN evolving through controlled tests and education-focused experiments.
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