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Axie Infinity Opens Atia Original Crystal Redemption — 275 Origin Axies Up for Grabs
Axie Infinity has launched the redemption of Atia Original Crystals on App.axie, allowing players to summon new Origin axies. Each summon requires five crystals, and there's a 7% chance for each of the six body parts to roll as Mystic. With only 1,375 crystals remaining, enough for 275 axies, players are encouraged to act quickly.
Axie Infinity’s Terrariums V1.2 lands, lifting the evolved-part multiplier to 2.8x
Sky Mavis has released Axie Infinity's Terrariums V1.2 update, which increases the evolved-part multiplier for a single Axie to 2.8x and introduces Estates. Estates allow players to link adjacent land plots for an additional Atia's Flame bonus, though only one plot in the cluster collects the bonus. The update aims to enhance gameplay and rewards within the Axie Infinity ecosystem.
Sky Mavis to Reopen Atia Original Crystal Redemptions, Unlocking 275 Fresh Origin Axies
Sky Mavis is reopening the redemption mechanic for Atia Original Crystals (AOC), allowing holders to mint new Origin Axies. A total of 1,375 unused AOC, originally distributed in 2018, have been migrated to Ronin and can be redeemed for fresh Origin Axies, with a chance of rolling rare Mystic parts. This move could significantly impact collectors and the market, as Mystic parts are scarce and highly valued.
Axie Infinity Revives Atia Original Crystal Redemptions With Mystic Rolls
Axie Infinity is reintroducing Atia Original Crystal (AOC) redemptions, allowing holders to combine five AOCs to summon a new Origin axie. Each of the axie's six parts has a 7% chance of being a rare Mystic part. This mechanic connects current players to the game's early presale history and limits the supply of unique axies.
Ronin Closes Third Proof of Distribution Season With $11,800 in RON for Leading Games
The third season of Ronin's Proof of Distribution program has concluded, distributing approximately $11,800 worth of RON to 163 developers based on their application's performance metrics. Axie Infinity, Craft World, and Ragnarok Landverse America received the largest payouts, with the top five applications absorbing the majority of the rewards. Future seasons will emphasize multi-channel engagement, user retention, and trading volume for builders aiming to climb the rankings.
Sky Mavis lines up Atia’s Legacy Playtest 4 and Terrariums V1.2 for the returning Lunacian Lounge
Sky Mavis is hosting its next Lunacian Lounge event, which will feature updates on Atia's Legacy Playtest 4 and Terrariums V1.2. This marks the first public mention of a fourth playtest for the Axie MMO, following previous PvP-focused sessions. The event will also cover behind-the-scenes work and discuss the evolution of the Axie economy and game design.
Another Blockchain Game Studio Shuts Down As Crypto Trend Sputters Out
Blockchain startup Proof of Play has announced its closure, marking another casualty in the struggling crypto gaming industry. The company, founded by FarmVille co-creator Amitt Mahajan, failed to build a sustainable business with its flagship game, Pirate Nation, which integrated NFTs and crypto tokens. This shutdown follows similar failures in the space, including Axie Infinity's economic collapse and Square Enix and Ubisoft's retreats from blockchain-based games.
Ethereum.org overhauls its gaming hub — and puts mainnet titles front and centre
Ethereum.org has revamped its gaming hub, now prominently featuring games running on the mainnet alongside Layer 2 solutions. The update highlights the return of fully on-chain titles like Asphodel to Ethereum's mainnet as the network scales, and includes Ronin as the first listed L2. The new structure covers the history of gaming on Ethereum, mainnet and L2 games, and NFT design in gaming.
Sky Mavis Ships Badge and bAXS Migration Tool as Waypoint Countdown to Sept. 16 Begins
Sky Mavis has released a migration tool for Lunacian badges and bAXS, allowing users to transfer these assets before Ronin Waypoint becomes Ronin Stash on September 16. Due to the soulbound nature of these assets, manual migration is required as they cannot be transferred through ordinary means. Assets remaining in Waypoint wallets after the deadline will be lost.
Axie Infinity’s Terrariums V1.1 pulls accessories and land items into the bAXS earnings formula
Sky Mavis has released Axie Infinity's Terrariums V1.1 update, which now allows land items, accessories, and Fortune Slips to increase a plot's Atia's Flame, directly impacting its share of the hourly bAXS earnings. This update shifts the focus from purely cosmetic decoration to a more integrated earning system, where equipped items and accessories provide tangible in-game benefits and multipliers.
Ronin Maps Out Honor Score, a Player Reputation Layer Arriving in 2026
Ronin is introducing Honor Score, a player reputation system set to launch in 2026, designed to identify genuine community members from those exploiting reward systems. This system will provide a holistic view of user engagement by considering factors beyond simple metrics like wallet count and transaction volume, aiming to reward long-term contributors within the blockchain gaming ecosystem.
Ronin’s Proof of Distribution pays out more than $40,000 to game builders
The Ronin blockchain's Proof of Distribution program has paid out over $40,000 in RON tokens to game developers in its first two seasons. Axie Infinity leads the earnings with over $15,000, followed by Craft World and Ragnarok Landverse America. This program rewards games based on activity on their smart contracts, with a third season now underway.
Sky Mavis Expands Axie Terrariums 1.1 on July 22, Folding Accessories and Land Items Into bAXS Rewards
Sky Mavis is launching Axie Terrariums 1.1 on July 22, which will integrate accessories, land items, evolved parts, and Fortune Slips into the bAXS reward system. This update aims to convert previously passive Axie assets into functional inputs, increasing the importance of owned items within the Axie Infinity economy. Co-founder Jeffrey Zirlin highlighted that rarer items and larger collections will contribute more significantly to a plot's Atia's Flame score, which determines bAXS rewards.
Axie Infinity rolls out Evolved Parts in Terrariums, boosting Flame and bAXS rewards
Axie Infinity has launched Evolved Parts within its Terrarium feature, which enhances Flame points for axies and increases their share of the bAXS reward pool. The rarity of parts and the number of evolved parts on an axie influence the Flame value, with rarer combinations yielding greater rewards. This update aims to provide players with new avenues to increase their in-game rewards and encourages strategic evolution of axie parts.
Origins S18 Introduces New Characters and Features in The Lunacian
Axie Infinity has launched Origins Season 18, featuring a competitive 80,000 bAXS prize pool and a new Collectible Chest feature for players ranked Tiger or above. All rewards are now distributed in bAXS, a non-transferable utility token designed to encourage long-term player engagement within the Axie ecosystem.
Terrariums Announces Upcoming Update with Improved Gameplay Features
Axie Infinity has released Terrariums V1.1, an update that enhances gameplay mechanics by refining the interaction between virtual land and Axies. The update introduces new features like accessories, evolved parts, land items, and Fortune Slips to optimize in-game earnings and performance. Further community-driven improvements are scheduled for July 2.
Atias Legacy Playtest 3: New Gameplay Features Launch
Axie Infinity has launched Playtest 3 for its game Atia's Legacy, introducing a new real-time PvP mode with a free-for-all format where players aim for 10 kills within a five-minute session. The playtest features strategic elements, weapon variety, and new power-ups, alongside the Trial of Eight competition with a prize pool of 2,500 bAXS. Players can access this playtest on iOS, Android, and PC.
Axie Infinity Releases Comprehensive Resource Guide for Players & Developers
Sky Mavis has launched a centralized resource hub for Axie Infinity, consolidating official and community tools, guides, and resources into a single location. This initiative aims to improve accessibility and streamline the user experience for both new and veteran players by providing easy access to essential information and tools for gameplay and marketplace operations.
Ronin Idler Craft World Hits 60,000 Monthly Users
Voya Games' blockchain title Craft World has reached 60,000 monthly active users, making it the second most popular game on the Ronin Proof of Distribution leaderboard. The game simplifies blockchain mechanics for casual players, allowing them to start without a wallet and automatically generating one later. Craft World features an on-chain economy with tradeable ERC20 tokens and covers gas fees for basic actions.
Ronin Finalizes Ethereum Migration, Cuts Token Emissions by 9x
Ronin has successfully migrated from a Layer 1 to an Ethereum Layer 2 solution using the OP Stack, marking a significant state migration in blockchain history. This transition drastically reduces annual RON token emissions by 9x, from 45 million to 5 million, lowering annual inflation to approximately 1.2%. The Ronin Treasury will also benefit from new revenue streams including re-allocated staking funds, sequencer profits, and increased marketplace fees.
