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Gigaverse Brings ROM Trading to the Gigamarket, Now Backed by GIGABIT
Gigaverse has launched ROM trading within its in-game Gigamarket, allowing players to buy and sell NFTs using either ETH or the game's native currency, GIGABIT. This update aims to enhance the in-game economy and reduce reliance on external marketplaces. ROMs are the game's core collectible assets, functioning as resource factories and feeding into strategic play and breeding systems.
Craft World Debuts El Capitan’s Fleet as Its Biggest Masterpiece Reward Yet
Angry Dynomites Lab is launching a new Special Masterpiece event called El Capitan's Fleet for Craft World on July 13. This event, centered around the game's pirate theme, emphasizes player-driven lore and community collaboration, offering boosted rewards for top contributors. El Capitan's Fleet also integrates with the game's Warp Crystals and DynoCoin airdrop mechanics, allowing players to earn additional rewards through participation and by leveling up their Project Voyager accounts.
Vulcan Forged Unveils VulcanX Everything: GameFi Hub with Increased Prize Pool
Vulcan Forged has launched VulcanX Everything (VX), a unified platform integrating its games, NFTs, and rewards system, all powered by the PYR token. To celebrate the launch, the PYR prize pool has been doubled for the first week, a change implemented based on user feedback. The platform also simplifies the token ecosystem by integrating ELY and V tokens into PYR, and will conclude its land staking program by the end of July.
Onchain Heroes Unveils Maze of Gains 2.0 Playtest Featuring 250 Arcade Keys
Onchain Heroes has launched an incentivized playtest for Maze of Gains 2.0, offering players a chance to win 250 Arcade Keys. The update introduces new persistent upgrades, redesigned battle systems, and requires a Ringbearer NFT or Expedition Pass for participation. This playtest aims to gather crucial player feedback for the game, which is set on the Abstract Ethereum Layer 2 network.
Analyzing the game industry's woes with Owen Mahoney
Former Nexon CEO Owen Mahoney discusses the game industry's challenges and his views on emerging technologies. After 25 years in the industry, he criticizes trends like the metaverse, VR, and NFTs but expresses optimism about generative AI's potential to revolutionize game development.
Kanstar NFT Project Receives Criticism for Treasury Drop
The Kanstar NFT project is facing criticism after its treasury value plummeted from $500,000 to $14,250 due to a sharp decline in the Ronin cryptocurrency (RON). Project leader Osito Lima addressed community concerns with a transparency report, detailing how validator rewards were spent on operations and team expenses. Lima plans to move remaining funds to Binance staking and vows the project will continue building despite the setbacks.
Wilder World Unveils Season Zero: The Invasion in Its 5D Metaverse
Wilder World has launched Season Zero: The Invasion, introducing structured gameplay with combat and resource extraction in its 5D metaverse. This foundational season focuses on gathering MILD and Shards within the virtual city of Wiami, with enhanced AI and risk-based mechanics. Built on Ethereum and Unreal Engine 5, Wilder World utilizes NFTs and the WILD token, with future plans for its own Z Chain.
Mirandus Sets 15 Elite Goblin Hunt with NFT Crown Reward in Thornleaf
Gala Games has announced a new in-game event for Mirandus: Eternal Night, the Thornleaf Goblin Hunt, running from June 25 to July 2. Players who defeat 15 elite Thornleaf Goblins will be rewarded with an exclusive Thornleaf Crown NFT, which offers both cosmetic and gameplay benefits. The event emphasizes the game's core mechanics of risk, exploration, and strategic combat within the Echo Realm.
Gable Guardians Collaborates with Solana Gaming for Week
Gable Guardians is collaborating with Solana Gaming for a special event running from June 23 to June 28. The event features PvE, PvP, and Level leaderboards with prizes including tokens and NFTs. Players must use Web3 mode with a connected wallet to qualify for rankings, though a free play mode is available for experiencing gameplay.
Onchain Heroes Expedition Mode Phase 2 Begins: Earn Real Rewards Today
Onchain Heroes has launched Phase 2 of its Expedition Mode, allowing players to earn real rewards based on their in-game decisions and strategic risk-taking. This idle RPG, built on the Ethereum Layer 2 network Abstract, transitions from a practice environment to one with tangible stakes, utilizing the HERO token and NFTs for gameplay and economic participation. The game features seasonal resets and aims to provide an authentic ownership experience of digital assets.
Mirandus Eternal Night Initiates Cosmic Hunt Event with 1,000 GUSDC Reward
Gala Games has launched the Cosmic Hunt event in Mirandus: Eternal Night, transitioning the game from a closed alpha to a public format. Players can participate in combat scenarios to earn a share of 1,000 GUSDC, approximately $1,000. The event emphasizes survival dynamics and player interaction within a persistent world.
Cambria Update Introduces Demonic Power System, Regional Servers, Strongboxes
Cambria has released Patch v0.2.0, introducing a new Demonic Power system to its Dungeons mode, which resets with each descent and influences risk-reward decisions. The update also adds regional servers in Poland, India, and the Central US to reduce latency, along with new loot sources like Strongboxes and various gameplay enhancements. While some features are temporarily disabled for rework, the patch aims to revitalize the medieval fantasy MMO experience for both new and veteran players.
Legend of Arcadia Suspend Operations
Legend of Arcadia has ceased operations, with Season 5 being its final chapter and Season 6 cancelled. The game servers have been permanently shut down, and the team is implementing a mechanism for users to transfer in-game $ARCA tokens on-chain. Support for $ARCA in official markets will be phased out, while NFTs and on-chain assets will remain on the blockchain.
How Bored Apes and Pudgy Penguins Are Transforming NFT Brand Worth
Leading NFT projects like Bored Ape Yacht Club and Pudgy Penguins are shifting focus from speculation to long-term brand development, consumer products, and gaming integrations. Despite lower trading volumes, these communities maintain strong social media engagement, demonstrating resilience and a move towards a more sustainable market model.
Meebits Debuts France NFT Collection During World Cup
Meebits Futbol is launching a collection of France-themed NFTs on June 8, celebrating the nation's football heritage and featuring star player Kylian Mbappé. The initiative aims to bridge traditional football fandom with blockchain technology by offering interactive experiences beyond static ownership, focusing on community engagement and utility.
Olderfall Hosts Community Round for wAURE Token
The auto-battler game Olderfall, developed by Anubika, is launching its Community Round in three days, allowing players to acquire the wAURE token. This initiative aims to integrate committed players into the game's economy, with rewards for active engagement and strategic preparation in PvP and PvE battles. Players can use USDC on the Polygon network for transactions, and new users can join without a crypto wallet.
Soneium Initiates Spotlight Campaign Featuring $10,000 Reward Pool Across 10 Projects
Soneium has launched its 'Spotlight' campaign in collaboration with Galxe and other partners, featuring a $10,000 reward pool across ten ecosystem projects. The month-long initiative, active until the end of June, encourages users to complete quests across multiple projects via a centralized hub to qualify for rewards, aiming to deepen user engagement within its gaming and AI-focused ecosystem.
Illuvium Deathmatch Debuts with Complimentary and Premium Options
Illuvium Deathmatch, a new high-stakes mode for the Web3 game Illuvium, launched on June 4th. The mode features permadeath for digital assets (NFTs) and offers two entry options: a free mode and a Standard Mode with a Skull fee that allows players to compete for a growing jackpot. This mode aims to increase player engagement by incentivizing early aggression and putting valuable digital assets at risk.
Paradise Tycoon Finishes NFT Shift to Avalanche Before Evolution 2.0 Launch
Paradise Tycoon has migrated its NFTs to the Avalanche blockchain to simplify the player onboarding process. The upcoming Evolution 2.0 update will introduce a burn-and-merge mechanic for NFTs, enhancing asset rarity and value. The game also plans to launch its own blockchain, Paradise Chain L1, to further support trading and content monetization.
Fantasy Top Closes Due to Poor Player Involvement
Fantasy Top, a game blending fantasy sports with NFT trading cards featuring crypto influencers, will shut down by June 30, two years after its launch on Ethereum's Blast network. Despite distributing over $20 million to players and $3.2 million to influencers, the company cited unsustainable long-term economics and a failure to find durable market fit for its innovative model. The team plans to reimburse players with unused tickets and ensure stakeholders and investors are repaid.
