Chris Heatherly

Web3 Games Continue to Close as Funding Dries Up

The Web3 gaming sector is experiencing widespread closures and a significant funding drought, with nine games halting operations in 2025 alone. Venture capital and crypto-specific funding have declined sharply since late 2023, impacting studio sustainability despite an increase in token launches. While many projects fail within four months due to an overemphasis on tokenomics and underdeveloped gameplay, a few like Alien Worlds and Splinterlands demonstrate potential through community engagement and robust economic practices.