This Week In Gaming | Off the Grid's Daily Rewards, Pirate Nation Staking, SonicX's TikTok Growth, Lumiterra CBT2, Fableborne on Ronin, Metacade Debut, Splinterlands Updates, and the Latest Free Mint
Web3 Game Development
Off the Grid: Daily $3K Rewards and $600K Tournament Elevate Blockchain Gaming Read More
Off the Grid, a battle royale game built on Avalanche, offers $3,000 daily to its top 10 players, with $1,000 for first place. Players earn points through kills, assists, extractions, and leaderboard rankings. On November 20, a $600,000 All-Stars Streamer Invitational will feature 60 top streamers competing in six matches for substantial cash rewards. Although blockchain-based, the game’s current prizes are cash-only, with future plans to introduce tokens and NFTs. Its early access launch has captivated traditional gamers, becoming the top free-to-play title on the Epic Games Store, marking a potential turning point for blockchain gaming.
Fableborne Transitions to Ronin to Leverage Gaming Community and Expertise Read More
Fableborne, a mobile strategy game combining action RPG and base-building elements, is moving from Avalanche to Ronin, an Ethereum-based gaming network. The decision reflects Pixion Games' focus on leveraging Ronin’s strong gaming community and Sky Mavis’ experience in blockchain gaming. The game saw over 100,000 players during its second beta season, with the upcoming third season set to introduce Web3 features like NFTs for in-game heroes and equipment. The transition is seamless, as no assets were deployed on Avalanche. Pixion Games plans to use Ronin’s ecosystem to support its growth ahead of a planned global launch in 2025.
SonicX Reaches 1 Million Players on TikTok as Solana-Based Token Launch Nears Read More
SonicX, a tap-to-earn game hosted on TikTok and developed by Sonic SVM, has surpassed 1 million players within a month of its launch. Built on the Solana blockchain, SonicX utilizes TikTok's vast user base and advertising tools to attract players, marking a shift from similar games traditionally hosted on Telegram. The game remains in its "mining phase," tracking player progress ahead of a token generation event (TGE) expected by early 2025. Unlike Telegram-based games, SonicX enforces KYC requirements for higher-quality user registration. Developers plan to evolve SonicX into a distribution platform for other games, aiming for long-term growth beyond its upcoming token launch.
Lumiterra Launches CBT2 with New Features and In-Game Tokens Read More
Lumiterra's Closed Beta Test 2 (CBT2) is now live, introducing enhanced gameplay mechanics and two new tokens, LUA and LUAUSD. Players can explore updated features, including dungeon challenges with six difficulty levels, the Centennial Trials mode, and the team-based Escort Slime event. Equipment enhancement, revamped beginner tasks, and Totems for fast travel further enrich the experience. LUA serves as the primary in-game currency for transactions and rewards, while LUAUSD supports the game’s DeFi ecosystem.
Pirate Nation Season 3 Launches with Enhanced Gameplay and Staking Features Read More
Proof of Play has unveiled Season 3 of Pirate Nation, a web3 RPG, introducing new leaderboards, expanded leveling caps, and advanced staking mechanics. Players can now engage with Social and Collector Leaderboards alongside the Booty Leaderboard, while the upgraded staking system rewards long-term participation with Proof of Play points. Upcoming features include guilds and collaborative PvE events, fostering teamwork and enhancing the social experience. With over 300 million on-chain transactions and a growing multichain infrastructure, Pirate Nation is solidifying its position as a flagship title in on-chain gaming.
Metacade Launches Gangs of Metacadia on Ethereum L2 Base Read More
Metacade has released its first native game, Gangs of Metacadia, on Ethereum Layer 2 Base, offering a strategic, neon-themed gaming experience. Players engage in recruitment, heists, and rival battles while managing resources and upgrading assets. The game integrates Metacade’s pillars: play, build, connect, and earn, appealing to gamers and investors alike. Building on the success of Metacade Tournaments, this launch highlights the platform’s commitment to diverse web3 gaming experiences, leveraging Base for scalability and cost efficiency.
Splinterlands Simplifies Gameplay and Introduces Bigger Rewards Read More
Splinterlands has unveiled updates to enhance accessibility and engagement, removing restrictions on core features like guilds and Ranked rewards for new players. The game now offers Glint earnings without requiring upfront staking and introduces an Auction House for rare cards, boosting its in-game economy. Updated Starter Cards and an improved UI further streamlines gameplay, making the blockchain-based trading card game more approachable for newcomers while maintaining depth for seasoned players.
Game Financing
Animoca Brands Secures $10M to Advance Mocaverse Development Read More
Animoca Brands has raised $10 million to accelerate the development of Mocaverse, its open metaverse platform aimed at advancing web3 interoperability and crypto adoption. Backed by investors like OKX Ventures and CMCC Global, the funds will support the development of the Realm SDK and initiatives to create interoperable digital identities. Mocaverse has registered 1.79 million Moca IDs and launched over 160 web3 activations, with partnerships spanning platforms like Trust Wallet and TON Foundation.
Thetan World Secures Investment from Avalanche’s Blizzard Fund for GameFi Expansion Read More
Thetan World, a GameFi platform by the creators of Thetan Arena, has secured strategic investment from Avalanche's Blizzard Fund to accelerate development and global expansion. With over 36.8 million players, the platform integrates gaming with finance, offering tools like an ROI calculator, token platform, and digital wallet. Backed by Avalanche's expertise, Thetan World plans to enhance its ecosystem with large-scale tournaments, airdrops, and promotional campaigns. The Blizzard Fund's support underscores Thetan World's potential to become a leading Web3 gaming ecosystem.
MiniTon Secures Seed Funding to Advance Alpha Development Read More
Social competition platform MiniTon has completed its seed financing round with participation from Waterdrip Capital, Alchemy Pay, CGV, Web3Port Foundation, PangDAO Head Ricky, and OGBC Innovation Hub Founder Jayden Wei. Supported by the TON Foundation, MiniTon plans to use the funds to finalize its Alpha version development and test core metrics, marking a key milestone in its growth trajectory.
Airdrop & Free Mints & Launchpad
LootDrop Campaign by BoomLand x G7DAO Offers Enhanced Rewards with 11 Days Remaining Read More
The BoomLand x G7DAO LootDrop Campaign is still open, with 11 days left for participants to complete missions and earn increased rewards. Prizes include up to 525 G7 credits, 100M Boom Bags, and 1,225 G7 XP, along with a T3 Genesis Chest for five referrals. Milestone rewards await as the player count grows, offering doubled faction rewards, T1 Genesis chests, and up to 100 T2 Genesis chests for reaching 50K players. Players are encouraged to join the campaign, complete missions, and maximize their rewards before the deadline.
MapleStory Universe 2nd Pioneer Test Opens Nov 20 with Exclusive Rewards Read More
The MapleStory Universe 2nd Pioneer Test runs from Nov 20–29, offering 5 million NXPC in rewards across 10 days of open beta testing. Participants can explore features like MapleStory N, Marketplace, and Explorer while earning in-game items, Genesis Points, and special decoration items by completing a pre-survey. Open to all, the test lowers entry barriers and introduces enhanced rewards tied to gameplay and wallet-linked surveys. Players are reminded to double-check wallet details as rewards are linked to provided addresses.
Xai Vanguard: Genesis Phase 03 Finale Launches with Rewards for Loyal Players Read More
Xai Vanguard’s Genesis Phase 03 has commenced, marking the grand finale with quests available for both new and returning players. Participants can climb the leaderboard to secure rewards, with loyalty playing a key role. Built on the Arbitrum Nitro technology stack, Xai operates as a permissionless Orbit chain, offering a gaming-focused Layer 3 solution for the industry. Players are invited to join the Xai Discord to begin their journey and compete for recognition in this final phase.
