This Week In Gaming | NeuroVerse Reveals Faction-Based Web3 Metaverse, Off The Grid Launches Killmas Event, Axie Origins Postseason 15 Kicks Off, and MemeFi Debuts Telegram Marketplace
Web3 Game Development
NeuroVerse Unveils Faction-Based Web3 Metaverse Ahead of 2026 Launch Read More
NeuroVerse has revealed new details about its upcoming web3 metaverse, positioning itself as a multiplayer virtual world where Humans and AI factions compete, explore, and earn rewards. Players will choose a side, navigate faction-specific territories, and engage in dynamic events that blend strategic exploration with social interaction. A central arena introduces survival-style mini-games focused on reflexes and decision-making, with reward boxes granting points and cosmetic items that will become usable in later phases. Designed as a continuously evolving ecosystem, NeuroVerse plans to roll out new arenas, progression systems, and avatar customization over time. Phase One is scheduled to launch in February 2026, with pre-registration now open to early participants seeking bonus rewards.
Parallel Signals Shift to Delivery With Multiple Q1 2026 Releases Read More
Parallel is entering a delivery-focused phase as several major projects approach release in early 2026. The studio confirmed that Parallel TCG is on track for a consumer-first launch on iOS and Android in Q1, marking a push into the highly competitive mobile trading card market with production-ready systems and a long-term live service strategy. Parallel Colony is also nearing release, combining mobile-first 4X strategy gameplay with an integrated AI companion and real-time AI-generated in-game assets aimed at improving accessibility and personalization. Beyond gaming, Parallel plans a significant Q1 update for AI Wayfinder, its autonomous agent platform designed to execute user-defined strategies under strict rules and safeguards. Meanwhile, Sanctuary remains a longer-term project following a successful alpha test, as the studio continues refining its positioning within the extraction shooter genre.
Off The Grid Launches Limited-Time Killmas Event Through January 12 Read More
Off The Grid has launched its Killmas holiday event, introducing festive updates and time-limited rewards across Teardrop Island. Running through January 12, the event adds seasonal visuals such as snowfall, themed loot containers, and special challenges available in both casual and ranked modes. Players can earn exclusive cosmetics by completing activities including a map-wide scavenger hunt for hidden stockings, which unlocks the Gold Boot cosmetic. Killmas also debuts Xmas HEXes, featuring holiday-themed items and the game’s first animated weapon skins, obtainable through gameplay drops, item conversion, or purchase. In parallel, community challenges on Discord and active Twitch Drops offer additional rewards, while a new seasonal currency, Tickets, can be earned without limits and redeemed before expiring at the end of the event.
Fishing Frenzy Extends Holiday Momentum With New Rewards Event Read More
Fishing Frenzy has rolled out a post-holiday update that keeps seasonal gameplay active beyond Christmas. Players can now earn Scales by catching fish in the regular zone, introducing a new progression currency tied to limited-time rewards. These Scales can be used to unlock four new pets—Snow Hare, Scarf Fox, Skier Ernest, and Aurora Walrus—adding fresh cosmetic and collection incentives to the cozy mobile title. The update also includes several bug fixes and a new Diving Jackpot display designed to improve gameplay clarity. Built by ggUncharted and running on the Ronin Network, Fishing Frenzy continues to blend relaxed fishing mechanics with light progression systems inspired by titles such as Stardew Valley and RuneScape. The current in-game event is live for all players and will run until January 8, 2026.
Astra Nova Launches Black Pass Season 2 With Expanded Rewards and Transparency Read More
Astra Nova has officially launched Black Pass Season 2, marking the next phase of its ecosystem-wide participation program. Building on the success of Season 1, the new season introduces shards with tangible value, including $RVV tokens, partner assets, NFTs, and exclusive perks, while allowing up to 30% of Season 1 shards to carry forward for consistent participants. Season 2 also expands partner-powered quests and adds live leaderboards, streak tracking, achievements, and evolving NFTs to deepen long-term engagement. To reinforce transparency, Astra Nova has introduced a public wallet for reward distribution. The launch positions Black Pass not just as a seasonal pass, but as a persistent identity layer within the Astra Nova ecosystem, inviting both returning users and new participants to join as the program continues to scale.
Axie Origins Postseason 15 Begins as Elite 4 Finals Set for December 28 Read More
Axie Origins has officially entered Postseason 15, with the Elite 4 tournament scheduled to take place on December 28 at 7 PM PH / 6 AM EST via livestream. After weeks of competition, four top Lunacians will battle in a double-elimination format for the season title, a 1,200 AXS prize pool, and an Origin Axie for the champion. The broader Season 15 rewards exceed 10,000 AXS, distributed through Collectible Axie Tickets based on player performance and chest tiers. According to the final allocation, more than 21 million tickets were issued, with each ticket valued at approximately 0.4635 mAXS. Rewards will be converted and sent directly to players’ Ronin wallets in the coming weeks, marking the competitive close of another major Origins season.
MemeFi Launches Telegram Marketplace With Trader-Paid Rewards Model Read More
MemeFi Labs has officially launched the MemeFi Marketplace, positioning it as a new trading layer within the Telegram economy that rewards users for activity rather than charging traditional fees. The marketplace introduces a “positive fee” model, offering traders a 1% bonus on transactions while converting existing MemeFi Stars into marketplace points automatically. Both buy and sell activity increases users’ point balances, which will contribute to a future airdrop distribution. Built directly into Telegram, the platform aims to expand the utility of digital gifts as tradable assets while pushing beyond simple collectibles toward a broader incentive-driven ecosystem. To mark the launch, MemeFi is running a limited promotion that includes a giveaway of three Plush Pepe items, available to users who subscribe and participate through the in-app marketplace.
Airdrop & Free Mints & Launchpad
Game of Dice Closed Beta Launches Dec 29 with $GoD Token Rewards Read More
Game of Dice: Re:Roll, the web3 adaptation of a long-running mobile board game IP originally launched over a decade ago with more than 50 million downloads and $60 million in revenue, has started its closed beta test on December 29, 2025. Access is limited to GoD Pass NFT holders and CBT whitelist winners, who earn Gold points through gameplay and quests convertible to $GoD tokens post-beta; NFT holders also receive priority access, point boosts, and additional airdrop eligibility.
Forgotten Runiverse Crash Event Runs to Jan 5 with 3M $PIXEL Airdrop Read More
Forgotten Runiverse, a free-to-play fantasy MMORPG on the Ronin blockchain developed by the Forgotten Runes team, has activated its second Crash the Runiverse event running from December 22, 2025, through January 5, 2026. The play-to-airdrop campaign distributes 3 million $PIXEL tokens (approximately $24,000 value) based on time played, in-game purchases, and owned assets; new features include Dungeon Mercenary NPCs for easier solo runs and a 50% holiday sale on items, with rewards distributed after the event ends.
