The world of crypto gaming is buzzing with activity, from new game releases to token airdrops and everything in between. It can be overwhelming to keep up with all the latest news and developments, but fear not – Decrypt’s GG has got you covered with This Week in Crypto Games.
Our weekend roundup brings you the biggest news from the past week, along with some hidden gems you may have missed. We also highlight a few of our original stories from the week that are definitely worth a read.
In terms of big news, X Empire recently completed its latest mining phase, leading up to the launch of the X token on The Open Network (TON). The game, previously known as Musk Empire, faced some backlash as players discovered that only a fraction of them were eligible for the airdrop. Despite the complaints, X Empire continues to make waves in the crypto gaming space.
Hamster Kombat Season 2 also made headlines with a major overhaul, shifting the focus from a hamster CEO running a crypto exchange to players starting their own game development studio. Moonray announced plans to release its combat arena game on PlayStation 5 next year, albeit without Web3 features initially due to Sony’s restrictions.
Off the Grid, an Avalanche battle royale shooter, gained massive popularity upon its launch and continues to attract attention with viral clips showcasing its unique gameplay. This success has sparked discussions about the potential for NFTs and crypto gaming to break into the mainstream.
In case you missed it, Animoca Brands CEO Robby Yung predicted a Telegram complement for all Web3 projects, Azra Games secured a significant investment led by Pantera Capital, and Heroes of Mavia teased its upcoming land NFT integration. Call of Duty’s ToxMod AI also made waves by blocking millions of messages since its launch in 2023.
On the release front, Loot Legends is now live on iOS and Android with a play-to-airdrop campaign in full swing. Parallel called out Twitch for blocking its ads while allowing other card games to advertise, Immutable zkEVM opened up its gaming network for anyone to build on, and Paravox announced a Latin American esports tournament with a hefty prize pool.
These are just a few highlights from the exciting world of crypto gaming this week. Stay tuned for more updates and original stories from Decrypt’s GG as we continue to explore the ever-evolving landscape of crypto games.