This Week In Gaming | Catizen Partners with HashKey, Nyan Heroes Early Access Playtest, Binance Labs' Latest Investments, and the Latest Free Mint & Airdrop Updates

Aug 26, 2024

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Web3 Game Development

Catizen Partners with HashKey Group for Upcoming Airdrop on TON Ecosystem Read More

The feline-themed Telegram game Catizen, developed by Pluto Studio, has partnered with Hong Kong-based digital assets firm HashKey Group to launch a joint airdrop. The collaboration, which aims to provide gamified experiences in digital finance and promote social responsibility initiatives, builds on HashKey's previous investments in the TON ecosystem. While the specific details of the airdrop remain undisclosed, the announcement follows Pluto Studio's delay of its CATI token launch in July.

Ragnarok: Monster World Beta Offers Ethereum-Powered Strategy Gameplay Read More

The beta version of Ragnarok: Monster World, a mobile spinoff of the classic Ragnarok Online RPG, is now available, offering a strategic gameplay experience reminiscent of Clash Royale. Built on the Ethereum-based Ronin network, the game features optional NFT assets but doesn’t require them for participation. Despite its similarities to Clash Royale, the game introduces modest tweaks to the formula. Players are currently testing the game in a weeklong beta, exploring different strategies while the developers continue to refine matchmaking and gameplay balance.

Stepn Go Partners with G-Shock for Limited-Edition NFT Sneaker Collection Read More

Stepn Go, a social move-to-earn game, has partnered with Casio's G-Shock brand to release a limited-edition collection of NFT sneakers. The collaboration, part of Casio's Virtual G-Shock project, will feature 800 NFT sneakers inspired by the G-Squad sports line. These NFTs will be available through a raffle mint event on the Polygon network from August 26-29, priced at 10,000 GMT (approximately $1,175).

Luma's Call Announces New Playtest with Advanced AI and Expanded Gameplay Read More

Luma's Call, a game developed by Today, has announced its upcoming closed playtest set to begin on August 26th. The playtest will feature significant updates, including the introduction of the Dreamia AI engine, which enhances NPC interactions through long-term memory and contextual awareness. Players can also explore ten new biomes and experience redesigned characters. Interested participants can join via Today Discord and apply for access.

League of Kingdoms Expands with LOK Chronicle, Enhancing NFT Interoperability Read More

League of Kingdoms (LOK) has launched its first major expansion, LOK Chronicle (LOKC), an RPG adventure game that introduces cross-game NFT interoperability. Players can now use NFTs like Dragos, equipment, and land across both LOK and LOKC, enhancing gameplay and increasing the value of digital assets. Both games share the $LOKA token, which facilitates seamless transactions within the ecosystem.

Nyan Heroes Launches Early Access Playtest for Season 3 with New Features and Airdrop Read More

Nyan Heroes has released its Playtest 3 for Season 3, now live on the Epic Games platform as of August 23. This update introduces a new map, Erebus, the Payload game mode, and two new classes: Scout and Mage. The playtest also features an Augments system, adding strategic depth. Players can participate in Airdrop 3, with 5,000,000 $NYAN tokens available as rewards. The top 20% of players will earn additional MEOW points, with NFT holders receiving multipliers based on asset rarity.

Zeeverse Mini Launches Play-to-Airdrop Campaign on Telegram with $25k Raffle Read More

Zeeverse Mini, a spin-off of the monster-taming RPG Zeeverse, has launched its Phase 1 Play-to-Airdrop campaign on Telegram, beginning August 19th. Players can climb leaderboards by collecting fruits and inviting friends to earn $ZEEV tokens in the upcoming airdrop. The campaign also features a $25k raffle prize pool, with extra entries for social media shares. The airdrop is expected in Q3 or Q4 of 2024, offering players a chance to win big while competing in the game.

Dimensionals RPG Faces Criticism Over Unmet Expectations and Strategic Shift Read More

Dimensionals RPG by Mino Games has come under criticism following concerns about unmet promises and a strategic shift away from its initial crypto-focused direction. Despite raising $15 million, the project faced delays, communication gaps, and a pivot that left some early supporters dissatisfied with the limited compensation offered. The recent actions, including the deletion of related assets and the closure of communication channels, have sparked debate within the community about the project's management and future direction. The situation has prompted calls for further clarification and resolution.

Game Financing

Binance Labs Invests in Top Projects from BNB Chain's MVB Program, Including Sidekick Read More

Binance Labs has announced its investment in four top-performing projects from Season 7 of the BNB Chain's Most Valuable Builder (MVB) program, with Sidekick being one of the selected projects. Sidekick is a blockchain-based game and social network that offers community enthusiasts monetization opportunities through features like revenue-sharing mechanisms, custodial services, and analytics tools.

Fanton Fantasy Football Raises $1M Seed Round to Expand in Blockchain Sports and GameFi Read More

Fanton Fantasy Football, a blockchain-based fantasy sports platform on Telegram, has secured $1 million in seed funding. The round was led by Animoca Brands, Delphi Ventures, and Kenetic Capital, with additional participation from Hashkey x TON Accelerator, PAKA Fund, and Sign VC. While the valuation remains undisclosed, Fanton plans to use the funds to further develop its presence in the GameFi and blockchain sports sectors, continuing to attract users within the TON ecosystem through financial incentives and rewards.