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wasd Turns Text Prompts Into Playable Games at NEXUS AI Labs Debut
NEXUS AI Labs has launched a new portal showcasing 11 in-house AI solutions, including wasd, a text-to-game engine that converts prompts into playable games in about 60 seconds. The portal's products are built on the NEXUS AI Framework, an autonomous development platform. Other tools include AI video generation, 3D model creation, and blockchain services, all developed without manual coding.
ONEstore Debuts AI-Built Games Hub With 20 Launch Titles as NEXUS Wires the Store Into ONEchain
ONEstore has launched "AI Games," a new section featuring 20 titles developed using AI tools, with plans to integrate further with its parent company NEXUS's blockchain network, ONEchain. This initiative aims to leverage ONEstore's 38 million user base in Korea to promote on-chain games without the restrictions of other app stores. The platform, developed with AI game creation platform Verse8, allows users to describe games in plain language, with AI handling development.
Three Weeks In, Frost Kingdom Claims the Top Popularity Spot on Both App Store and Google Play
Frost Kingdom, a merge SLG published by NEXUS, has reached the number one spot in popularity rankings on both the App Store and Google Play three weeks after its global launch on July 23. The game is available on iOS, Android, PC, and ONE store, featuring blockchain elements powered by ONEchain. NEXUS is also expanding server capacity due to the game's strong performance.
ONE Store Launches AI Games Section, Debuting With 20 Verse8-Built Titles
ONE store has launched a new section dedicated to AI-generated games, debuting with 20 titles built on the Verse8 platform that can be played instantly within the app without downloads. This initiative, spearheaded by Nexus following its acquisition of ONE store, aims to streamline the distribution process for AI-created games by handling store review, age ratings, and payment integration for creators. The platform also introduced a coupon promotion to incentivize players.
NEXUS switches on Frost Kingdom GamePool, routing 5% of monthly revenue to $RDIA depositors in ONEUSD
NEXUS has launched a GamePool for its Web3 strategy simulation game, Frost Kingdom, allowing players to deposit $RDIA tokens to accrue ONEUSD. Five percent of the game's monthly revenue will fund this pool, with no lock-up period for deposits. The game, which combines merge mechanics with strategy simulation, is available on iOS, Android, PC, and via HTML5 browser.
NEXUS Brings Its DMCC Gaming Partnership to gamescom Following ChinaJoy Debut
NEXUS is expanding its gaming partnership with Dubai's DMCC Gaming Centre and other global partners at gamescom, following a debut at ChinaJoy. The company will showcase its acceleration program for game studios, which includes Web3 onboarding and distribution via its ONE store platform, boasting 38 million users. NEXUS also plans to demonstrate its AI agent economy on ONEchain and highlight titles like the agent battle royale ClawRoyale.
AI agent that works inside Unity heads to Gamescom as BGA stacks its Aug. 26 lineup
Bezi will demonstrate its AI agent, which operates within the Unity Editor to assemble scenes, edit prefabs, write scripts, and debug issues, at Gamescom on August 26. The Blockchain Game Alliance is promoting the session, which also features a ONEchain demo of an agent-driven gaming economy. Bezi's agent indexes entire Unity projects in real-time and applies changes directly, differentiating itself from tools that only offer suggestions.
Idle Fantasy Opens Up Browser Play on ONEchain, No Sign-Up Queue Required
Idle Fantasy has launched a browser-based H5 version accessible without a sign-up queue, running on the ONEchain network. This idle RPG allows players to build squads, clear dungeons, and progress offline. The game's token, CEC, is minted by players holding battle pass rewards and in-game resources, with spent tokens being burned to maintain supply.
Gamescom Gets a Live Look at ONEchain’s AI Agent Economy
ONEchain, run by Korean studio NEXUS, will demo an AI-native gaming economy at Gamescom on August 26th. The demonstration will feature autonomous agents that compete, create, trade, and earn on-chain, with the battle royale game ClawRoyale serving as a primary example. This event highlights the growing integration of AI and blockchain in the gaming industry, with the Blockchain Game Alliance playing a key role in promoting and establishing standards for these technologies.
ONE skipped the claim page entirely and dropped CPLY into wallets, with no deadline attached
The gaming chain ONE, formerly known as CROSS, has distributed its CPLY token directly to qualified wallets via its ONEquest reward platform, bypassing the usual claim page. Details regarding the number of eligible wallets, total distribution, and eligibility criteria remain unpublished. This distribution method, described as 'No claim page, no deadline,' is part of ONE's rebranding from CROSS and follows Nexus's acquisition of a significant stake in One Store.
Frost Kingdom Kicks Off ‘Build Your Alliance’ Campaign on ONE Wave
NEXUS has launched the 'Build Your Alliance' campaign for its medieval strategy game Frost Kingdom on the ONE Wave platform, following its July 23 worldwide release. The campaign focuses on tokenomics, particularly the Red Diamond (RDIA) token, which is capped at 500,000 units and offers holders a share of game revenue. The game is available on multiple platforms including PC, iOS, Android, and via HTML5 in a browser.
Nexus rebrands CROSS gaming chain as ONE, wiring it into a 38-million-device app marketplace
Nexus has rebranded its CROSS gaming chain to OneChain and its $CROSS token to $ONE, integrating them with the recently acquired Korean app marketplace, One Store. This move aims to transform One Store into a global Web3 game store accessible on over 38 million devices. The company, led by CEO Henry Chang, also plans to merge various web shop, payment, and community platforms into One Store, with future ambitions for an AI-native game platform.
One Store becomes a CROSS validator, bringing a 38-million-device app market onto the gamechain
Nexus announced that One Store, a Korean app marketplace pre-installed on over 38 million devices, has joined the CROSS Protocol network as a validator. This move makes One Store responsible for block production, transaction validation, and network security on CROSS Mainnet 2.0. The partnership follows Nexus's acquisition of a majority stake in One Store, with plans to rebrand the mainnet as OneChain and the native token as $ONE.
Seal M on CROSS kicks off season five with a fresh region, a world boss and a higher level cap
Publisher CROSS has launched the fifth season for the MMORPG Seal M on CROSS, introducing a new region, a world boss, and an increased level cap. The game, which launched globally on March 19 and garnered 2.2 million pre-registrations, aims for longevity as a Web3 gaming platform, with CROSS emphasizing consistent content updates to maintain player engagement and retention.
Myth Legends Debuts on CROSS Gamechain Featuring Mythcoin and Daily Minting Limit
Myth Legends, a collectible RPG developed by Soul Dargon Limited, has launched on the CROSS Gamechain, introducing a new cryptocurrency called Mythcoin. The game combines idle progression with strategic combat, and Mythcoin can be minted from the in-game resource Ruby with a daily limit to manage inflation. This launch is part of Nexus's strategy to expand its gamechain ecosystem.
CROSS Wave Funds Creator Initiative with 40,000 CROSS for First Siege War in Chaos W
CROSS Wave has launched a creator campaign for the MMORPG Chaos W, offering 40,000 CROSS rewards for content related to its inaugural Siege War event, running from June 22 to July 22. The campaign utilizes an AI system that prioritizes community impact over view counts, encouraging diverse content about game mechanics, tokenomics, and strategies. Chaos W, developed by Valofe and Nexus, is available on mobile and PC and supports eight languages.
Nexus Purchases ONE Store in Korea, Aims to Create Worldwide Web3 Game Platform on CROSS
Nexus has acquired ONE Store, a major South Korean app marketplace, with plans to transform it into a domestic game hub and launch it globally as the first Web3-native game store. The platform will integrate AI for game discovery and curation, accommodating both human-created and AI-generated games. Strategic investments from SK Square, Naver, and Krafton support Nexus's vision to become the world's number one game platform.
Nexus Launches Frost Kingdom on CROSS Mainnet
Nexus has launched Frost Kingdom, a mobile strategy game featuring medieval themes and merge-driven gameplay, developed by an external studio. The global version integrates blockchain technology via the CROSS mainnet, while a domestic version caters to the Korean market. The game also utilizes AI-agent-based automation for its operations, a pioneering approach for optimizing game management.
Chaos W Surpasses 960,000 Pre
Chaos W, an MMORPG based on the Chaos Online IP, has surpassed 960,000 pre-registrations ahead of its April 29 release. Co-published by Valofe and Nexus, the game will be available on PC and mobile platforms, supporting multiple languages and featuring extensive customization, pet battles, and guild systems. Pre-launch events and a streamer campaign are ongoing to build community engagement.
Studio Z5 Closes Pixel Heroes Adventure, Dismisses All Staff
Z5 Games has ceased operations for its game Pixel Heroes Adventure and laid off its entire staff, citing unavoidable circumstances. The studio, founded in 2020 with a focus on blockchain integration, faced challenges with player retention and its economic model. Details regarding refunds and server shutdowns are forthcoming, reflecting a broader trend of closures in the blockchain gaming sector.
