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Sidus Heroes Closes, Plans Token Claim Platform for $SIDUS and $SENATE Balances
Blockchain gaming project Sidus Heroes has announced it is ceasing all operations after over four years of development. The team cited significant market shifts, including decreased demand for NFTs and the metaverse, and increased competition from AI technologies, as reasons for the closure. A claim platform will be launched for users to retrieve their $SIDUS and $SENATE tokens.
Enjins Tidal Essence NFT: Todays Launch as a Functional Season Pass
Enjin has launched the Tidal Essence NFT, functioning as a season pass for the Water Season within its Multiverse ecosystem. The NFT can be minted directly through the Multiverse dashboard, bypassing complex processes like auctions or whitelists. This initiative includes an ENJ burn mechanism, reducing the token's circulating supply and adding intrinsic value, which has coincided with a significant surge in ENJ market activity.
Parallel Trading Card Game Debuts on iOS and Android
Parallel TCG, a sci-fi trading card game developed by Parallel Studios, has officially launched on iOS and Android devices. The game has already seen significant success with over $125 million in secondary trading volume for its collectibles and is allocating $3.25 million for esports prize pools, aiming for a strong presence in the competitive gaming scene.
Report Says 93% of Crypto Games are Dead
The Web3 gaming sector is experiencing a significant downturn, with an estimated $15 billion lost and 93% of GameFi projects becoming inactive. Token values have dropped by approximately 95%, and over 300 blockchain-based games have ceased operations, indicating a fundamental flaw in prioritizing financial gains over player satisfaction. This decline highlights the volatility and challenges of merging cutting-edge technology with traditional gaming models.
Mythical Marketplace Boosts Trading with Non
Mythical Games has significantly upgraded its Mythical Marketplace, introducing non-custodial wallets, EVM compatibility, and Seaport integration to enhance user autonomy and market fluidity. The platform has processed over 44 million trades, with millions of transactions occurring monthly, and has seen games like NFL Rivals and FIFA Rivals surpass 8 million downloads. These updates, built on the Mythos Chain operating as a Polkadot parachain, aim to foster a player-driven economy within the Web3 ecosystem.
Somnia Network Becomes Agentic L1 with Live Agents and On
Somnia has rebranded to an Agentic Layer 1 blockchain, shifting its focus to AI agents as its core infrastructure. With Peter Lipka now serving as CEO, the platform aims to integrate AI computations directly into its blockchain framework, enabling smart contracts to perform real-time API queries and operate AI models. This strategic pivot, supported by new leadership and technical innovations like MultiStream Consensus, positions Somnia for specialized applications in diverse sectors including gaming and DeFi.
2026 Coachella NFTs: Active Yet Questionable Value
Coachella is shifting its NFT strategy from decentralized ownership to a structured loyalty program called 'Coachella Quests,' built on the Avalanche blockchain. This gamified approach allows attendees to earn NFTs that unlock exclusive perks, reflecting a broader market trend towards utility-focused digital assets over speculative investments.
The Lost Glitches Debuts Season 18 Featuring 20 New Adamant Hands Cards
The Lost Glitches has launched Season 18, introducing a 20-card expansion focused on the Adamant Hands faction to enhance strategic gameplay. The update also features exclusive cosmetic rewards through the Mastery system, a card economy with different booster tiers, and utilizes the XAI Layer 3 network for NFT elements. The game is available for free on Steam and the Epic Games Store.
Suikamon: Own Digital Pets Through Blockchain
Suikamon is a new NFT-based game on the Sui blockchain that allows players to own and nurture digital pets, similar to Tamagotchi. The game emphasizes genuine gameplay and ownership over speculative trading, with limited species and creature counts to preserve exclusivity. Players can engage in battles to earn rewards, with a focus on sustained engagement and personal attachment rather than quick financial returns.
AneeMate Reveals Q2 2026 Playtest with Survival Mode and Proximity Chat
QORPO Game Studio's AneeMate will feature a survival mode with proximity chat in its Q2 2026 playtest, focusing on resource gathering and co-op against robotic enemies. The game integrates creature-collecting with extraction shooter mechanics, player customization, and NFT-based ownership of in-game items facilitated by the TOY Chain blockchain.
Pixels Unveils Tier 5 Update: NFT Land Slot Deeds and Deconstructor Overhaul
Pixels has launched its Tier 5 update, introducing 105 new recipes, specialized crafting industries exclusive to NFT Lands, and an overhauled Deconstruction system. The update features Slot Deeds for NFT parcels, which grant temporary capacity for T5 industries and require renewal. Existing Tier 1-4 industries remain unaffected, while the new tier aims to enrich the game's strategic crafting economy and provide landowners with additional benefits.
Yuga Labs Releases 300 Exclusive Daniel Arsham Voyagers for Asset Holders
Yuga Labs has partnered with artist Daniel Arsham to release a limited collection of 300 dynamic Voyager NFTs. Access to these NFTs, available through the Otherside app, is exclusive to existing asset holders within the Yuga ecosystem, such as Bored Ape Yacht Club and Otherdeeds owners who have progressed within the Otherside platform. The collection emphasizes evolving digital art and aims to reward long-term community members.
Sorare Launches Referral Program for Stellar Nights Set, Offers Rewards
Sorare has launched a new referral program for its Stellar Nights Set, which rewards players based on the ongoing activity and progression of their referred friends. This program offers various in-game bonuses such as Gold Wheel spins, Stellar Essence, Stellar Cards, and Gems. The Stellar Nights Set, introduced in March 2026, is a free-to-play football card collection featuring unique scoring bonuses and opportunities to win signed cards and other prizes.
Alien Legends Begins Alpha Testing April 16, Adds New Features
Alien Legends has launched its Open Alpha on April 16, allowing players to test new gameplay features within the Alien Worlds metaverse. Participants can manage fighters, explore dungeons, and complete quests, with incentives for bug reporting including a share of 1 million Shards. The game integrates Alien Legends fighters with NFTs from Alien Worlds Crew and Arms.
Bored Ape NFT Lawsuit Settles, Affects Crypto Community
Yuga Labs has settled its copyright lawsuit against artists Ryder Ripps and Jeremy Cahen concerning the RR/BAYC NFT collection. The dispute centered on whether the collection constituted parody or infringed upon Yuga Labs' trademarks. The settlement prohibits Ripps and Cahen from using Yuga Labs' trademarks and imagery, setting a precedent for intellectual property rights in the NFT sector.
Illuvium and Lamborghini Introduce Wave 5 Collection and $50,000 Motorverse Cup
Automobili Lamborghini is entering the NFT space through a collaboration with Illuvium, launching a limited collection of six unique Illuvials on April 21, 2026, priced at 2,000 FUEL each. The event also features a $50,000 Motorverse Cup tournament requiring Lamborghini-themed assets for participation, powered by Fast ForWorld and supported by Animoca Brands.
Animecoin Debuts Collectibles Platform for Anime Fans
Collect.anime.xyz, a new collectibles platform backed by Phygitals, has launched with purchasing tiers ranging from $50 to $1,000. The platform integrates with Animechain, a Layer 3 blockchain utilizing the $ANIME token for low transaction fees. A Collectors Pass is also available, offering discounts to members of select NFT communities.
Gunzilla called out, Netflix's surprise app store surge, and indie publishers rise up - Patch Notes #47
Gunzilla Games faces accusations from former employees regarding unpaid wages, while Netflix's new 'Playground' app for children and its virtual game controller app have seen significant success. Additionally, indie developers Black Tabby Games and Landfall have launched new publishing labels, signaling a growing trend in the independent sector.
Gunzilla CEO denies delaying payments to 'full-time official employees,' says contractors complaining about going months without being paid are just 'haters' who don't know what it takes to run a business
Gunzilla Games is facing allegations of delayed payments to staff, with some contractors reportedly not being paid for months. CEO Vlad Korolev acknowledged that payments may be scheduled based on company cash flow but stated that all obligations are honored, attributing complaints to 'haters.' The company's NFT battle royale, Off the Grid, is mentioned as a key project facing scrutiny.
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Gunzilla Games is reportedly facing accusations from developers of not paying salaries for several months. The article also briefly mentions Neill Blomkamp's NFT studio.