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Blockchain MMO EVE Frontier adds a new spaceship refueler module and applies changes to various items
The blockchain MMO EVE Frontier has received several updates, including the addition of a new spaceship refueler module called the Blackstart Cell, which allows players to refuel spacecraft in sunlight. The game also introduced a leaderboard feature and made various balance adjustments to items and game mechanics.
EVE Frontier’s inaugural Conclave of Luminaries fills its eight seats
Fenris Creations has appointed eight players to the inaugural Conclave of Luminaries for its game EVE Frontier. This community body aims to provide a permanent channel for player feedback to the studio. The appointments were revealed during the game's weekly Frontier Friday stream.
Austin and Kyoto Have Already Activated — Polygon Labs Says Stale PoS Nodes Must Upgrade Immediately
Polygon Labs has issued an urgent advisory stating that nodes running outdated Polygon Proof-of-Stake (PoS) binaries for Bor or Heimdall have already been deactivated from the canonical chain. The hardforks, named Austin and Kyoto, activated on mainnet at specific block heights, requiring immediate upgrades to avoid further disconnection. Failure to upgrade means nodes must resync after updating to track the accepted network history.
Mastercard Signs On as Sponsor of New York XRP Ledger Hackathon Ahead of Swell
Mastercard has been announced as a sponsor for the upcoming XRP Ledger Hackathon in New York, scheduled for October 24-25, 2026. The event, organized by XRPL Commons and the XRP Ledger Foundation, focuses on blockchain development with tracks in Protocol Innovation, Agentic Finance, and Lending/Borrowing, and includes a developer bootcamp. While not directly targeting gaming, advancements in autonomous transactions and lending protocols could impact future gaming economies.
PYUSD Arrives in Venmo on Arbitrum, Putting the Stablecoin in Front of 67 Million Monthly Users
PayPal's stablecoin, PYUSD, is now available to eligible Venmo users on the Arbitrum network, providing access to over 67 million monthly active accounts. This integration marks a significant step in expanding consumer access to PYUSD on an Ethereum Layer 2 solution, following its earlier deployment on Arbitrum by PayPal. Users can buy, sell, send, and spend PYUSD within Venmo with no transaction fees, though external wallet transfers incur network fees. Balances held within Venmo or PayPal can earn rewards, with PayPal promoting a 4% annual rate in 2026.
Cambria Tops $25M in Lifetime Volume as RSGP Token Generation Event Approaches
Abstract's risk-to-earn game Cambria is nearing its RSGP token generation event, with a fully diluted valuation projected to exceed $50 million. The game has surpassed $25 million in lifetime volume, largely driven by its Dungeon Fishing mode, which accounts for 83% of the total. The token launch is anticipated in early September, leading to increased player activity.
The Sandbox Confirms 14.7 Million SAND Drained From Ethereum Vault in Bridge Exploit
The virtual world game The Sandbox has confirmed a security exploit drained approximately 14.7 million SAND tokens from its Ethereum vault. The attacker exploited vulnerabilities in the LayerZero bridge on Base and BNB Chain to mint unauthorized tokens. While SAND on Ethereum and Polygon remains unaffected, The Sandbox has advised users to avoid trading the token on Base or BNB Chain and is preparing compensation plans.
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.
MANTRA Chain mainnet stays frozen post-exploit, with the Aug. 21 revival hinging on a single testnet patch
MANTRA Chain's mainnet remains frozen following an exploit of an upstream dependency, with a planned August 21 revival contingent on a successful testnet patch. The team is working to fix the vulnerability and coordinate a restart, but the full scope of asset impact from the attacker's activity is still under assessment.
Wilder World Turns to Making Wiami’s Fight-Risk-Extract Loop Fully Onchain
Wilder World is prioritizing the full on-chain integration of its Wiami game's fight-risk-extract loop, according to co-founder Frank Wilder. The team is shifting focus from core gameplay loop construction to enhancing and decentralizing the player experience. This move aims to bridge the gap between in-game actions and true digital ownership, with future updates planned for marketplace integration and the introduction of new features on their dedicated Z Chain.
EVE Frontier adds a new ship, new space hazard, and new items in its latest patch
EVE Frontier has released a new patch introducing the Reiver spacecraft, a new sentry turret, character raiments, and the temporal desync status effect. The update also includes significant quality-of-life improvements, particularly to the UI, such as updates for the fitting window and inventory, and moving some right-click context menu options to the 'F' key.
ENJ Holders Enter Final 24 Hours to Decide Enjin’s Jump to 35 Validators
Enjin is holding a referendum for ENJ holders to vote on expanding its validator set from 25 to 35 across the next year, with potential for further expansion to 50. The vote, which closes in 24 hours, aims to increase network diversity and resilience. The expansion will occur in four stages, with the first increment scheduled for August 2026.
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.
Base Builder Code data goes public with new tracker — Champz reports 40,000 transactions
A new tool called BaseBuilderCodes.com, developed by Matt Wong and powered by Coinbase's SQL API, allows users to track on-chain transactions related to Base Builder Codes. Champz reported approximately 40,000 transactions across its two apps, Legends of Champz and its miniapp, over six months, highlighting the utility of Base's ERC-8021 attribution layer for rewards and leaderboards.
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.
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.
Barça Mobile Brings a Stellar-Powered Wallet Into Its App With Wirex and Crossmint
Barça Mobile, operated by New Era Visionary Group, is integrating a digital wallet into its app through a partnership with Wirex, Crossmint, and the Stellar Development Foundation. This move aims to simplify payments and loyalty rewards for its subscribers across 170 countries, potentially serving as a new distribution channel for web3 gaming by reducing user friction for onboarding.
Cambria Rolls Out Essina’s Draw With Nightly Prize Pools Reaching $200,000
Cambria, a browser-based MMO developed by Tempest Labs, has launched a new daily check-in feature called Essina's Draw. This mechanic allows players to earn tickets for a nightly prize pool that can reach up to $200,000, with rewards split among winners to encourage broader participation. The feature aims to increase player engagement by offering a low-stakes way to participate outside of the game's core risk-based gameplay.
Harmony mint exploit wipes 40% off ONE, but Bitcoin holds near $64,000 with U.S. CPI in view
The Harmony blockchain experienced an exploit resulting in the minting of approximately 4 billion ONE tokens, causing the token's value to drop by 40%. Despite this significant event, Bitcoin's price remained stable near $64,000, indicating the market's focus on upcoming U.S. CPI data and broader economic factors rather than the Harmony incident. The exploit's limited impact on Bitcoin suggests a compartmentalization of risk within the cryptocurrency market.
My Lovely Planet spins its Web3 features into a standalone portal with build 3.3.0
My Lovely Planet has launched build 3.3.0, introducing a dedicated Web3 portal that consolidates its blockchain features, including in-game purchases, NFTs, and treasury voting. This update separates the Web3 functionalities into their own environment, as previously outlined by founder Clément Le Bras. The game, a match-3 puzzle title with an environmental focus, utilizes an ERC-20 utility token on Polygon.
