Metaverse News: Upland just announced Rio 2 Expansion here is the official release notes.

After selling out properties in just two hours, it’s clear: Uplanders can’t get enough of Rio de Janeiro. We can’t blame them! Carnival, architectural wonders, art, and all the Brazilian flavors make Rio one of the most unforgettable cities in Upland.

Expanding Rio was always a part of the plan. Like New York or Los Angeles, this city calls for a phased rollout. So get ready to samba in celebration with us for approximately 20,000 new properties dropping on August 10, 2022 at 8 AM PT (12 PM BRT), in the first Rio property expansion. 

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Here are the details for Rio’s first property expansion:

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Date of property drop: August 10, 2022 at 8 AM PT (12 PM BRT)

Number of properties: ~20,000

% of FSA properties: ~22% of expansion area

New Landmarks: Gávea Pequena (locked at launch)

Neighborhoods:

• Alta da Boa Vista
• Catumbi
• Estácio
• Gávea
• Humaitá
• Jardim Botânico
• Lagoa
• Praça da Bandeira
• Rio Comprido
• Rocinha
• São Conrado
• Tijuca
• Vidigal

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If you saw our recent post, we’ve already opened a new Starter Neighborhood in Rio’s Meier district to make room for all the newcomers flocking to this remarkable city. Now with this property expansion, there’s even more Rio to go around. For example, you can complete new Rio Collections or visit Rio’s latest Landmark, Gávea Pequena!

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A Note on Collections

As we have announced all Collections in Rio, the release of the additional properties will be a “Standard” release. This means that once minted, eligible properties may be included in Collections. Be sure to do your research now and try to mint Collection Properties when they are unlocked!

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Rio Travel Guide

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What are you waiting for? Grab a flight at one of Upland’s international airports and explore even more of Rio today!