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Ragnarok Landeverse America – Throne of Gems
The Ragnarok Pro Circuit 2026 has launched its competitive phase, "Throne of Gems," featuring guilds from North and Latin America competing in strategic castle sieges. The event incorporates blockchain technology for player rewards and utilizes a point system based on War of Emperium battles, leading to the Ragnarok Landverse Championship with a prize pool exceeding $300,000.
BPMG Acquires Cooking Adventure IP for Blockchain Game Development
South Korean blockchain company BPMG has acquired the intellectual property rights for the game Cooking Adventure from developer Grampus. Originally launched on Facebook in 2016, the game has garnered over 33 million downloads globally. BPMG plans to release PC and HTML5 versions and integrate web3 elements into the game.
PEGI announce plans to slap higher age ratings on games with loot boxes, daily quests, and paid battle passes soon
PEGI, the European game rating board, is updating its criteria to include specific age recommendations for games featuring loot boxes, NFTs, blockchain mechanisms, daily quests, and paid battle passes. These changes, effective in June, aim to provide parents with more transparent advice on game content. While the core age ratings remain, these new features will influence a game's classification, with some potentially receiving higher ratings.
Square Enix Joins Tezos Blockchain as Validator, Signaling a Deeper Commitment to Web3 Gaming
Global video game publisher Square Enix has become a validator on the Tezos blockchain network, actively verifying transactions and enhancing network security. This move signifies Square Enix's deepening commitment to Web3 gaming innovation and blockchain technology adoption, following previous investments and IP sales to focus on this area.
PlayerUnknown reckons he can take back the term 'metaverse' because 'It's just been co-opted by certain people… like, I still use Twitter because f**k [Elon Musk]'
Brendan Greene, also known as PlayerUnknown, believes he can reclaim the term 'metaverse' from its current co-opted usage. He compares this to his continued use of X (formerly Twitter) despite its changes under Elon Musk. Greene's upcoming game, Prologue: Go Wayback, aims to be a more open and freewheeling version of the metaverse, allowing users to create and connect their own virtual worlds.
Game age rating system PEGI to get big changes for in-game items and online play
The Pan-European Game Information (PEGI) age rating system is implementing significant changes to how games are classified, particularly concerning in-game items and online interactions. New categories will address paid random items, time-limited offers, NFTs, blockchain mechanisms, daily quests, and communication features, with updated ratings coming into effect in June 2026.
5 Top Strategies to Maximize Your Earnings in Crypto Games
This guide outlines five key strategies for maximizing earnings in crypto games, focusing on choosing games with strong economies, diversifying portfolios, investing in valuable in-game assets, mastering game mechanics, and actively participating in communities and events. The article emphasizes the importance of research, strategic asset acquisition, and community engagement for success in the play-to-earn ecosystem.
Shrapnel Launches Early Access on Steam
The first-person shooter Shrapnel, developed by Neon Machine, is launching its early access on Steam on March 12th. The game previously debuted on the Epic Games Store and will feature a 4v4 mode on the Tokyo map, utilizing an in-game energy element called Sigma for special powers. While the Steam version currently omits blockchain elements, integration via GalaChain is planned for future updates.
GalaPump Referral Initiative: Earn $GALA by Referring Friends on GalaChain
Gala Games launched the GalaPump Referral Program on March 10, 2026, allowing GalaChain wallet users to earn $GALA by referring friends who complete transactions. This initiative is part of Gala's broader DeFi ecosystem, which includes GalaSwap and integrates gaming, music, and film sectors.
Blockchain MMO EVE Frontier adds clone manufacturing, co-op base building, and zone changes March 11
CCP Games' blockchain MMO EVE Frontier has received a new update introducing clone manufacturing, allowing players to produce and enhance their character's skill-infused shells. The update also enhances cooperative base building with new turret types and network node contributions, alongside changes to orbital zones, enemy types, and spaceship controls.
Netherak Demons Open Beta Launches March 11: Rewards, NFTs, and Whitelists
Netherak Demons, a dark fantasy action RPG, will launch its open beta on March 11, 2026, exclusively on the Epic Games Store. Players will embody demons, utilizing fear and pain mechanics to progress in the world of Imuran. The beta will feature NFTs, a prize pool, and whitelist opportunities, with its blockchain marketplace powered by Somnia technology.
EVE Frontier Enters Cycle 5: Shroud of Fear, Starting March 11
CCP Games announced that EVE Frontier's Cycle 5, titled Shroud of Fear, will begin on March 11, introducing new survival mechanics like Shell industry and dynamic AI. The update also features revamped base building, refined combat, and a migration from Ethereum to the Sui blockchain. A limited-time Founder Access is available for $19.99, alongside an $80,000 hackathon for mod developers.
EVE Frontier Unveils Cycle 5 Of Founder Access: Shroud of Fear
CCP Games announced that EVE Frontier will launch its fifth Founder Access cycle, titled Shroud of Fear, on March 11, 2026. This update introduces new features such as the Shell industry for clone body production, Orbital Zones replacing dungeons, and redefined traversal and combat systems. The game will also migrate from Ethereum to the Sui blockchain, and a $80,000 prize pool hackathon will coincide with the launch.
MMO Week in Review: Midnight’s proper launch, Ashes of Creation’s legal battle
This week's MMO news roundup covers the official launch of World of Warcraft Midnight, a legal battle involving Ashes of Creation's former boss Steven Sharif, and the debuts of Bungie's Marathon and Equinox Homecoming. Several games, including Highguard and Eldegarde, are also announced to be sunsetting.
GTA VI Hype Becomes Tradeable Asset on New Blockchain Platform
A new blockchain platform called TrendleFi Arena allows users to trade cryptocurrency based on the predicted public attention for "Grand Theft Auto VI" and other trending topics. The platform uses social media data to create live indices, reflecting the evolution of gaming hype into a tradable financial asset within the attention economy.
Nine Chronicles Heimdall Arena Season 20 Begins with 400K NCG Rewards and New Season Pass
Nine Chronicles has launched its 20th Heimdall Arena season, offering players a chance to win from a 400,000 NCG prize pool. The decentralized, on-chain RPG by Planetarium Labs also introduced a new three-track Season Pass system catering to different player styles. The game is available on PC and mobile platforms.
Gable Guardians Debuts Website Refresh with Party System, Fresh Scrolls, and Seeker SKR Rewards
Gable Guardians, a blockchain-based MMORPG on Solana, has launched a website refresh introducing a party system, private player chats, and real-time NFT inventory syncing. The update also includes a new scroll system for $GABLE token holders and the Seeker mob, which rewards players with $SKR tokens, further integrating the game with the Solana Mobile ecosystem.
MMORPG publisher Valofe’s entire P2E blockchain platform has shut down
MMORPG publisher Valofe has shut down its entire play-to-earn blockchain platform, VFUN Ground, at the end of January. The company, known for its involvement with games like Bless Unleashed and SoulWorker, did not provide a specific reason for the closure, though declining interest in crypto gaming and loss of token value are likely factors. Any remaining crypto tokens held by users are now considered worthless.
Playful Studios Launches $THOU Governance Token for Thousands Streaming Network
Playful Studios has launched $THOU, a new governance token for its Thousands Network, distinct from the $WC token used in the Wildcard game. The $THOU token aims to reward user engagement and contributions through the Thousands XP system, with the platform already demonstrating strong commercial performance. CEO Paul Bettner's Wildcard, a free-to-play action MOBA for PC, is integrating into the Thousands Network with plans for full onchain functionality by 2026.
Ragnarok Pro Circuit 2026 Initiates Competitive Season for Ragnarok Landverse America
Maxion Tech, under license from Gravity Co., has launched the Ragnarok Pro Circuit 2026 for Ragnarok Online Landverse America. This inaugural season features Minor and Major tournaments leading to a global championship, integrating blockchain technology, NFTs, and the ION token for an enhanced guild-versus-guild MMORPG experience.
