The crypto and NFT gaming sector is experiencing heightened activity, with significant game releases and an influx of token airdrops. Amidst the recent excitement surrounding events like the Bitcoin halving and the launch of Runes, staying updated on the latest developments can be challenging. Fortunately, Decrypt’s GG provides comprehensive coverage of the crypto gaming landscape through its weekly roundup, “This Week in Crypto Games.”
Last week brought disappointing news for enthusiasts of the popular Telegram-based game Notcoin, as the project announced a delay in the release of its token via The Open Network (TON), originally slated for April 20. Despite this setback, the game’s immense popularity, boasting over 35 million players, remains unwavering. Notcoin’s transition from a clicker game to a token-based ecosystem is eagerly anticipated, promising a revamped gaming experience.
The volatility in the crypto market has also impacted gaming tokens, with many experiencing significant declines, some plummeting to all-time lows. However, there are signs of recovery, with tokens like Gala Games, Beam, The Sandbox, and ApeCoin witnessing notable rebounds in recent days.
Saga, a gaming-focused layer-1 blockchain, made headlines with its extensive airdrop campaign, collaborating with over 100 projects across various blockchains. Stakers of Saga tokens stand to receive token and NFT bundles in the coming months, with partnerships spanning prominent gaming titles such as Shrapnel, The Sandbox, and Wilder World.
In a groundbreaking development, the iconic Ragnarok Online franchise is set to debut on the Ethereum blockchain through a collaboration between developer Gravity and Ronin, a sidechain gaming network. Ragnarok: Monster World, a fusion of tower defense and monster collection gameplay, is slated for release on Ronin in Q3 2024.
Additionally, noteworthy events in the gaming sphere include The Machines Arena’s open beta launch on the Epic Games Store, Bored Ape creator Yuga Labs’ sale of gaming IPs to Web3 gaming studio Faraway, Adidas’ release of Solana NFT sneakers in the Stepn game, and the expansion of Xai’s token staking program. Moreover, Cardano co-founder Charles Hoskinson announced the release of Voyager: Ascension, a crypto game on Gala Games, and Avalon, a blockchain-based MMORPG, secured $10 million in funding.
As Illuvium gears up for the next phase of its closed beta and Nyan Heroes reflects on the success of its pre-alpha demo, the crypto and NFT gaming landscape continues to evolve rapidly, offering exciting opportunities for players and investors alike.