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YGG teams with Animoca’s Minds for $5,000 VibeBlitz Game Jam, starting todayYGG has launched its first VibeBlitz game jam in collaboration with Minds by Animoca Brands, running from July 13 to August 10. The event focuses on AI-assisted game creation, with participants competing for a $5,000 prize pool and potential entry into the Minds Investment Programme. Games must fit within a 32x32 plot, be browser-playable, and utilize the Game Designer Mind AI for at least 50% of development.
120 Teams Created Games at YGG Play x Verse8 Hackathon Using Vibe Coding, Most Lacking Programming ExperienceA hackathon hosted by YGG Play and Verse8 saw 120 teams create games using 'vibe coding,' a method that bypasses traditional programming experience. Participants ranged from students with no coding background to experienced engineers, showcasing the accessibility of the Verse8 platform. YGG co-founder Gabby Dizon highlighted how vibe coding empowers a wider range of creators, including gamers and streamers, to develop games.
YGG and Planetarium Labs Unveil Ragnarok Breaker, Second Expansion of Nine Chronicles IPYGG Play and Planetarium Labs have launched Ragnarok Breaker, a new web-based roguelike auto-shooter expanding the Nine Chronicles universe. The game, developed on Planetarium Labs' Verse8 platform in just three days, features five combat archetypes, a four-tier item progression, and two endgame modes. It attracted over 3,000 pre-registrations, with a significant portion coming from referrals within the Nine Chronicles community.
YGG Play Finalizes Publishing Agreement with Ruyui for Launchpad Release of Roots of EmbervaultYGG Play has finalized a publishing agreement with Ruyui to host the soulslike pixel-art RPG, Roots of Embervault, on its digital Launchpad starting May 14. The game has generated $38,000 in revenue with 1,500 monthly active users and a 46% retention rate. Both companies aim for significant expansion in the APAC region, with YGG Play leveraging its community of over 100,000 players.
LOL Land Debuts First Boss Raid with NFT Risks and PrizesYGG Play has launched the first Boss Raid for its NFT-based game LOL Land, introducing cooperative gameplay where players can risk rare NFTs for legendary rewards. This new mode marks a significant evolution from the game's original single-player format and aims to enhance player engagement within the Web3 gaming space. The game has already seen substantial success with over 631,000 monthly active users and significant revenue generation.
YGG Play Surpasses $9 Million in Lifetime Revenue with $20.6 Million Treasury Reported in Q1 UpdateYGG Play has surpassed $9 million in lifetime revenue, with its Q1 2026 update reporting over $876,000 in earnings, largely driven by the game LOL Land. The company also reported a treasury of $20.6 million, ensuring operational stability into 2027. The $CHAD token launch for GIGACHADBAT exceeded targets, and YGG Play continues to expand its community initiatives and enhance its launchpad features.
YGG Play and Verse8 Launch $5,000 Casual Web3 Games HackathonYGG Play and Verse8 are co-hosting a $5,000 hackathon focused on casual Web3 games during Korea Buidl Week 2026. The event challenges developers to create easy-to-play games with integrated blockchain elements, offering winners potential funding, mentorship, and publishing opportunities.
Waifu Sweeper Launches Waifu Rush, Inaugural Weekly Leaderboard ContestYGG Play launched Waifu Rush, a new competitive weekly leaderboard contest for the puzzle game Waifu Sweeper, on March 2, 2026. Developed by Raitomira, Waifu Sweeper combines Minesweeper tactics with anime gacha elements and utilizes the CHAD token for enhanced player engagement. The game, which launched on the Abstract Chain platform, aims to attract players with its blend of skill-based gameplay and competitive rewards.