This Week In Gaming | CARV At HK Web3 Festival, Hytopia Beta, Parallel Ready to Launch on Epic, Today And Cellula Funding Round, and more airdrop news
CARV Gave a Speech at the HK Web3 Festival 2024
User Acquisition Challenge in Gaming, And How Web3 Brings Hope
Speaker: CGO Leo
Key Points:
CARV Protocol can bring games high quality and holistic zero&first-party data access in a privacy preserving manner to help precise users targeting in post IDFA and cookieless world.
CARV Play can empower community-driven users growth in reaching, onboarding, convertion and retention.
Web3 Game Development
The Ethereum game "Hytopia" is set to launch its Beta version after $8 million in node sales Read More
The Ethereum-based game "Hytopia," funded by Delphi Digital, is gearing up to launch its Beta version after securing $8 million in node sales. This sandbox game, akin to Minecraft, amassed millions of dollars through the sale of nodes on Ethereum's Layer 2, Hychain, and is set to roll out its Beta Test in April. A total of 250 million TOPIA (currently valued at about $17.5 million) will be allocated to node operators, along with a 25% share of transaction fees. Additionally, following 1.25 million pre-registrations, "Hytopia," the flagship game of Hychain, is poised for its initial closed beta test this month.
GAM3S.GG and Immutable Form Strategic Partnership to Elevate Web3 Gaming Read More
GAM3S.GG and Immutable are teaming up to enhance the Web3 gaming ecosystem, integrating several key features from both platforms. This collaboration will include the integration of Immutable Passport and Immutable Checkout into GAM3S.GG, aiming to streamline the entry and purchasing processes for users. Moreover, exclusive rewards and quest services for games developed on the Immutable zkEVM platform will be offered through GAM3S.GG. Additionally, the integration of the $G3 token on Immutable zkEVM promises more options and utility for gamers and developers alike.
AltLayer and Xterio Forge Partnership for Gaming-Focused Blockchain Innovation Read More
AltLayer collaborates with Xterio Games to introduce a gaming-focused restaked rollup, leveraging Eigen Layer's shared security model. This partnership aims to merge gaming with AI on Ethereum’s Layer 2, utilizing Optimism's OP stack and EigenDA for data availability.
Parallel NFT Card Game Set to Launch on Epic Games Store Read More
Parallel, a sci-fi NFT trading card game, is making its way to the Epic Games Store following a successful $35 million funding round. With a total of $85 million raised, the game, which has been in open beta since 2021, offers a strategic battle for control of Earth. This move marks a significant expansion for Parallel, enabling direct downloads from the Epic Games Store and setting a new precedent for blockchain games on the platform.
Game Financing
The Web3 social simulation game "Today" has secured $5 million in seed funding Read More
The Web3 social simulation game announced a successful $5 million seed funding round, led by Sfermion and Big Brain Holdings, with participation from GSR, Collab+Currency, and others. The investment will support the development of AI-driven smart NPCs and no-code tools for creators.
Cellula has completed a $2 million Pre-Seed funding round, jointly led by SevenX Ventures and OKX Ventures Read More
The all-chain AI game Cellula has raised $2 million in a Pre-Seed funding round, co-led by SevenX Ventures and OKX Ventures, with participation from Mask Network and Foresight Ventures. The funds are earmarked for multi-chain deployment, new game development, and team operations. Cellula's debut game, Game of Life, is set to launch on the mainnet on April 15, in collaboration with BNB Chain for an airdrop event. Additionally, the brand will be upgraded to expand the product matrix and game reward mechanisms.
DOS Labs, a Web3 game development company, has raised $2.45 million in funding, with contributions from Kangaroo Capital and others Read More
DOS Labs, the developer behind the Web3 battle royale game MetaDOS, has secured $2.45 million in funding. The round saw participation from Kangaroo Capital, AZA Ventures, Brainbox, GD10 Capital, Avalon Wealth Club, among others.
Airdrop & Free Mints & Launchpad
Kaidro is launching a WL sale for Spark Suit NFT minting on April 9, followed by a public sale on April 10 Read More
Kaidro is a post-apocalyptic sci-fi universe with magicians and mech-wielders engaging in battles. The game will offer a thrilling mix of PvP, PvE, and questing. The excitement builds with the upcoming Spark Suit NFT release, kicking off with an early access sale for selected members on April 9, and opening up to everyone on April 10.
Today offers Ancient Seed NFT FREE Mint on April 9 Read More
TODAY is a social sandbox game, incorporating AI and web3 technologies to provide a space where creativity and ownership are in the hands of the players. Offering the Ancient Seed FREE mint on April 9th.
ChronoForge Season Pass FREE NFT Mint on April 10 Read More
ChronoForge rolls out a Genesis adventure with 7,500 unique characters for immersive mini-games and metaverse exploration. Players can earn $CHRONOS tokens and land NFTs to expand their experience. A Free Mint of the Season Pass NFT is happening on April 10, offering more ways to enjoy this captivating world.
Haven's Compass Kicks Off Airdrop Campaign on April 10 Read More
Haven's Compass, a futuristic FPS built on Unreal Engine 5, where players seek their sanctuary, has announced an airdrop campaign starting April 10.
Age of Dino Dino Brawl & Airdrop Campaign Launch on April 11 Read More
Age of Dino, an engaging MMO strategy game that combines dinosaur-themed play with the latest Web3.0 technology, is set to enhance its universe with the introduction of Dino Brawl and an Airdrop Campaign, both launching on April 11.