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YGG Unveils vibecode.game Platform For AI Game DevelopmentYield Guild Games has launched vibecode.game, a new platform designed to enhance discoverability and community engagement for AI-powered browser games. The platform's debut is marked by the VibeBlitz game jam, a collaboration with Minds by Animoca Brands, offering $5,000 in prizes and running from July 13 to August 10. Animoca Brands also introduced its Game Designer Mind AI tool, which simplifies game concept creation from simple prompts.
Wilder World Unveils Season Zero: The Invasion in Its 5D MetaverseWilder World has launched Season Zero: The Invasion, introducing structured gameplay with combat and resource extraction in its 5D metaverse. This foundational season focuses on gathering MILD and Shards within the virtual city of Wiami, with enhanced AI and risk-based mechanics. Built on Ethereum and Unreal Engine 5, Wilder World utilizes NFTs and the WILD token, with future plans for its own Z Chain.
Alpha Compute Acquires GAMEE from Animoca for $5 MillionAnimoca Brands has sold a 60% stake in its gaming platform GAMEE to Alpha Compute for $18 million, with an initial payment of $3.5 million and potential earn-outs up to $7.5 million. Alpha Compute, specializing in AI GPU services, plans to integrate GAMEE as its primary gaming interface and explore AI agent functionalities.
Tomoland Raises $2M to Expand Mobile-First UGC Platform With Crypto.Tomoland has secured $2 million in a funding round led by Sky9 Capital to expand its mobile-first user-generated content (UGC) platform with Web3 integration. The company, built on BUD World technology and featuring veterans from Tencent and NetEase, aims to enable creators to own and monetize their digital assets through an on-chain framework. This funding will support the integration of Web2 scale with Web3 ownership for content, gameplay, and AI tools, following a successful NFT sale of its Blueprint Founder Pass.
RealGo Initiates AI Meme 3.0 Festival Featuring 200 Million RT Shards Prize PoolRealGo is launching its AI Meme 3.0 Festival from May 14 to May 24, featuring a prize pool of 200 million RT Shards. The event aims to blend AI with meme culture and is a precursor to RealGo's token generation event in Q2 2026. RealGo, an AR/LBS plus AI-driven Meme 3.0 consumer application on BNB Chain, recently secured $3.5 million in funding from investors like Animoca Brands and Cogitent Ventures.
Animoca Introduces $10 Million AI Minds FundAnimoca Brands has launched a $10 million investment fund called Animoca Minds to support early-stage developers utilizing its AI agent platform. The initiative targets various sectors including gaming and finance, offering financial backing and access to Animoca's network of over 600 web3 companies. Co-founder Yat Siu emphasized the transformative potential of agentic AI in reshaping technology and interaction.
Report Says 93% of Crypto Games are DeadThe Web3 gaming sector is experiencing a significant downturn, with an estimated $15 billion lost and 93% of GameFi projects becoming inactive. Token values have dropped by approximately 95%, and over 300 blockchain-based games have ceased operations, indicating a fundamental flaw in prioritizing financial gains over player satisfaction. This decline highlights the volatility and challenges of merging cutting-edge technology with traditional gaming models.
Portal Gaming Rebrands as AI Gaming PlatformPortal Gaming has rebranded to Portal 2.0, shifting its focus to AI-driven game development tools under the leadership of Benjamin Charbit, formerly of Ubisoft. Supported by Animoca Brands, the platform introduces AI agents, asset generation, and rapid prototyping with no-to-low-code workflows to streamline game creation.
SANDchain Successfully Completes Phase 1 of Testnet DevelopmentSANDchain has successfully completed Phase 1 of its testnet development, achieving 6.9 million transactions and creating over 310,000 new accounts organically. The project will now move into Phase 2, focusing on integrating AI enhancements from Animoca Minds to boost creator engagement and system operations. The company also highlighted significant community growth across platforms and the formation of 35 strategic partnerships, including with The Sandbox and Animoca Brands.- Illuvium and Lamborghini Introduce Wave 5 Collection and $50,000 Motorverse CupAutomobili Lamborghini is entering the NFT space through a collaboration with Illuvium, launching a limited collection of six unique Illuvials on April 21, 2026, priced at 2,000 FUEL each. The event also features a $50,000 Motorverse Cup tournament requiring Lamborghini-themed assets for participation, powered by Fast ForWorld and supported by Animoca Brands.
Japans 12 Million Crypto Users Propel Web3 Gaming GrowthJapan's gaming industry is experiencing significant growth in Web3 gaming, fueled by over 12 million cryptocurrency users and a favorable regulatory environment. Major companies like Square Enix, Sega, Bandai Namco, and Konami are investing heavily in blockchain technology, aiming to leverage the nation's strong intellectual property in anime and manga. The government is also working towards a flat 20% tax rate on cryptocurrency gains by 2026 to further bolster the sector.
Anichess $CHECK Token Debuts on Coinbase with Gambit Mode RewardsThe $CHECK token, primary to the Anichess platform developed by Animoca Brands and Chess.com, has debuted on Coinbase, leading to a 60% price surge. Anichess also launched its Gambit Mode, offering 250,000 CHECK in weekly prizes to incentivize competitive play and token utility.
GAMEE Announces Gold Fest on Telegram with $500,000 Token Prize PoolGAMEE has launched Gold Fest on its Telegram platform, featuring a $500,000 prize pool in gold-backed tokens. Unlike traditional leaderboards, rewards are distributed based on overall in-app activity, with players earning Energy to progress on a Prize Board and convert Gold Points into a share of the prize pool. The event is supported by the TON Foundation, Flashy Gold, and nGRND, aiming to offer an innovative and equitable reward system in web3 gaming.
AliBAE Debuts Qwen Platform with 100,000 CHECK Reward PoolAnimoca Brands and Alibaba have launched AliBAE, a new platform utilizing Alibaba's Qwen AI models for content creation, specifically for promotional videos related to Animoca's AI technology and the mobile game King's Gambit. The platform features challenges with a total prize pool of 100,000 CHECK tokens and aims to reward the quality of contributions over participation volume.
The Sandbox NEW Playtest Is LiveThe Sandbox has launched a playtest for its new mobile battle royale game, The Sandbox NEXT, running from March 26 to April 5. Developed using Unreal Engine, the game allows integration of player-owned assets and features both solo and multiplayer modes. This move signifies The Sandbox's strategic shift towards enhanced mobile accessibility and broader market reach.
Animoca Brands Teams Up with Ava LabsAnimoca Brands has partnered with Ava Labs, investing in the AVAX token to accelerate blockchain adoption, particularly in Asia and the Middle East. This collaboration aims to drive innovation in digital identity, real-world asset tokenization, and entertainment by combining Animoca's ecosystem with Ava Labs' technological capabilities. Developers will benefit from advisory support, access to Animoca's network, and technical resources from Ava Labs.
AlphaTON Capital Acquires 60% of Animocas GAMEE at $18 Million ValuationAlphaTON Capital is acquiring a 60% stake in mobile gaming company GAMEE for $18 million, with payments structured in cash, shares, and GMEE tokens. This acquisition aims to leverage GAMEE's user base and Telegram integration to expand AlphaTON's presence in the web3 space. GAMEE reported 119 million users and $3.5 million in revenue in 2025.
Square Enix Joins Tezos Blockchain as Validator, Signaling a Deeper Commitment to Web3 GamingGlobal video game publisher Square Enix has become a validator on the Tezos blockchain network, actively verifying transactions and enhancing network security. This move signifies Square Enix's deepening commitment to Web3 gaming innovation and blockchain technology adoption, following previous investments and IP sales to focus on this area.