Lamborghini Teams Up with Animoca Brands, Samsung Joins Forces with Illuvium, Ubisoft Launches New Game on Arbitrum, and the Latest Free Mint & Airdrop Updates
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Web3 Game Development
Revolving Games Partners with Animoca Brands to Launch Node Network Read More
Revolving Games (RG), a web3 gaming company focused on decentralized digital ownership, has partnered with Animoca Brands to develop the Node Network. This collaboration aims to expand RG’s gaming ecosystem, supported by the RCADE Foundation. With over $37 million in funding from investors including Animoca Brands and Pantera Capital, RG plans to integrate decentralized infrastructure and release several new games.
Lamborghini Partners with Animoca Brands to Innovate Digital Brand Engagement Read More
Automobili Lamborghini has partnered with Animoca Brands to enhance brand engagement through digital experiences in the Web3 space. The collaboration, supported by Gravitaslabs and Motorverse, aims to merge Lamborghini's luxury automotive expertise with Animoca Brands' strengths in blockchain technology and gaming.
Genopets Launches Retro Turn-Based PvP Game on Telegram: Pixelton Arena Read More
Monarch Nascent, the studio behind Genopets, has launched Genopets: Pixelton Arena, a retro turn-based PvP game available as a mini-app on Telegram. Players can summon personalized Genopets by answering personality questions, then engage in nostalgic battles with friends to earn rewards, level up, and climb the leaderboard. The game aims to blend social interaction with classic gameplay, making daily conversations on Telegram more engaging and competitive. Pixelton Arena is now accessible via Telegram, inviting players to join the fun.
Samsung Partners with Illuvium to Bring Web3 Gaming to Smart TVs Read More
Samsung has partnered with blockchain game Illuvium to integrate its three interconnected games—Overworld, Arena, and Zero—into Samsung's web3-enabled smart TVs. Announced at Gamescom 2024, this collaboration represents a major step in merging blockchain gaming with mainstream technology. Samsung, known for its previous ventures into web3, will feature Illuvium prominently at the event, offering interactive experiences and exclusive NFT giveaways.
Ubisoft Unveils ‘Captain Laserhawk’ Game on Arbitrum Network Read More
Ubisoft has announced Captain Laserhawk: The G.A.M.E., a new project set in the universe of the Netflix series Captain Laserhawk: A Blood Dragon Remix. The game will be built on the Ethereum layer-2 network Arbitrum and feature characters from popular franchises like Assassin’s Creed and Rayman. The project is described as a "transmedia experience" with community-driven elements, allowing players to influence the game's narrative through Web3 governance.
Angelic Launches Alpha Test on Saga Blockchain, Offering Immersive Sci-Fi RPG Experience Read More
Angelic, a new narrative strategy RPG, has launched its alpha test on the Saga blockchain, a scalable Layer 1 platform. Developed by Metaverse Game Studios, Angelic offers a dark sci-fi universe where players influence the storyline and battle for humanity’s future. The partnership with Saga enhances the game's on-chain scalability and allows seamless asset transfers between Solana and Saga.
Atari Revives Classic ‘Breakout’ Game on Ethereum Layer-2 Network Base Read More
Atari has launched an updated version of its classic 1976 game Breakout on Coinbase’s Ethereum layer-2 network, Base. As part of Base’s “OnChain Summer” promotion, players can compete for top leaderboard spots and win prizes, including retro consoles and gift cards. To participate, players connect their wallets and mint a Breakout NFT for a small fee.
Wilder World Launches $5M Prize Pool Event: The Odyssey Airdrop Read More
Wilder World has launched The Odyssey: $WILD Airdrop, a three-part event with a $5 million prize pool. In Part I, called Outreach, players can earn Shards and $WILD tokens by completing missions that promote community engagement. Participants can take part in activities such as boosting Wilder World's social media presence, joining Discord events, and creating content. The event offers two prize pools: a $2 million Keepers Pool for NFT holders and a $3 million Mission Pool open to all participants.
YGG Pilipinas Partners with Immutable to Launch Guild of Guardians in the Philippines Read More
YGG Pilipinas has partnered with Immutable to lead the launch of the mobile RPG Guild of Guardians (GOG) in the Philippines, a key market for web3 gaming. With over 1 million pre-registrations, GOG is part of YGG's Guild Advancement Program, offering rewards for player engagement. The collaboration aims to expand web3 gaming adoption in the region, leveraging YGG's community strength and Immutable's gaming platform.
Game Financing
zkEVM game publisher Pentagon Games secures $6 million in funding from Animoca Brands and other investors Read More
Web3 gaming studio Curio has raised $5.7 million in a seed funding round, led by SevenX Ventures Read More
Web3 gaming studio Curio has completed a $5.7 million seed funding round, led by Bain Capital Crypto and SevenX Ventures, with participation from OKX Ventures. This round brings Curio's total funding to $8.7 million.
Tribo Games Secures $3.3 Million in Funding to Advance Web3 Multiplayer Platform Read More
Tribo Games, the studio behind Rumble Arcade, has raised $3.3 million in funding to support its vision for the next generation of multiplayer games. Backed by investors like Play Ventures, Liquid X, and Avalanche, the studio focuses on integrating robust open economies and Decentralized Live Operations into their platform. A newly released whitepaper outlines the company’s mission to pioneer innovative gameplay and community-driven events, with an emphasis on cross-platform play and easy onboarding for players.
Cartridge Raises $7.5M in Series A for Onchain Game Development Read More
Cartridge, an onchain gaming infrastructure provider, secured $7.5 million in Series A funding led by Bitkraft Ventures, with participation from Fabric, Dune, StarkWare, Primitive, and Ergodic. The company plans to use the funds to expand its team and ecosystem, focusing on its Dojo 1.0 toolset for building fully onchain games.
OKX and Aptos Launch $10 Million Blockchain Accelerator to Support Web3 Projects Read More
OKX Ventures and Aptos Foundation have launched a $10 million accelerator fund to support projects on the Aptos blockchain. The initiative aims to foster growth in areas such as blockchain infrastructure, DeFi, real-world assets, gaming, and AI. The accelerator program, starting in September, will provide selected projects with venture support, mentorship, and market exposure.
Airdrop & Free Mints & Launchpad
Uprising Blockchain FREE NFT Mint on August 14 Read More
Shadow War Genesis FREE NFT Mint on August 15 Read More
Dark Machine FREE NFT Mint on August 19 Read More
