This Week In Gaming | Parallel Prime World Championship, Spellborne PvP, B3 Airdrop, Kuroro Wilds P2A on Ronin and more
Web3 Game Development
Parallel TCG’s $250K Prime World Championship Set for Las Vegas Read More
The Parallel Prime World Championship, the first major tournament for the Web3 trading card game, will take place at the HyperX Arena in Las Vegas from February 28 to March 2, 2025. Featuring 16 top-ranked players, the event offers a $250,000 prize pool and follows a double-elimination, best-of-five conquest format, requiring competitors to bring four decks while banning one before each match. Players qualified through ranked ladder performance, qualifier tournaments, and major events. The championship aims to showcase the strategic depth of Parallel TCG and establish its presence in the Web3 esports scene.
Spellborne Launches PvP Leagues Era 3 and Beacon Orbs Event Read More
Mon Studio has introduced PvP Leagues Era 3 in Spellborne, running until February 14. Players compete in turn-based 1v1 battles to climb the ELO leaderboard and earn in-game rewards, including airdrop points for the upcoming $BORNE token. Alongside this, the Beacon Orbs Event, in collaboration with The Beacon, allows players to collect Blue Orbs from battles, which can be used in a minigame to earn Golden Orbs for in-game purchases. The update also raises the level cap to 37 and adds new content. Spellborne is now available on mobile, with access limited to certain token holders.
B3 to Airdrop Token on Base Gaming Network Read More
B3, a layer-3 gaming network on Ethereum’s Base, will launch its B3 token with an airdrop on February 10. The token will be listed on Bybit and other major exchanges, with a snapshot taken for the initial “S1 airdrop.” B3, which hosts 80 games and has over 6 million players, plans additional airdrops, tournaments, and other reward mechanisms. The network will also support dedicated gamechains, offering stakers benefits like early game access and token rewards. The token distribution allocates 34.2% to the community, 23.3% to the team and advisors, 22.5% to the Player1 Foundation, and 20% to investors, with a one-year cliff and a three-year vesting schedule. The total supply has not been disclosed.
TapSwap Chooses BNB Chain Over TON for Token Launch Read More
Telegram-based tap-to-earn game TapSwap announced it will launch its TAPS token on BNB Chain instead of The Open Network (TON), despite TON’s exclusivity deal with Telegram. Originally planned for January, the airdrop was delayed following advice from an unnamed "tier-1" exchange. The new launch is set for February 14. TapSwap cited BNB Chain’s speed, security, and accessibility as reasons for the switch. While users will earn tokens based on in-game engagement, the project is shifting towards skill-based gaming. TapSwap did not address Telegram’s TON exclusivity agreement or any potential migration plans in its announcement. The move follows a broader trend of Telegram-based crypto games exploring alternatives, with Farm Frens also opting for Ethereum’s Base network instead of TON.
Gods Unchained Introduces Battle Pass Ahead of Fallen Age Expansion Read More
Ethereum-based card game Gods Unchained has launched its first battle pass on Immutable zkEVM ahead of its upcoming Fallen Age expansion on February 18. The pass includes a free tier and two paid tiers—Premium ($6.99) and Shiny ($39.99)—with a 25% pre-purchase discount from February 9 to 17. Players can earn exclusive cosmetics, card packs, and the in-game GODS token, with Premium and Shiny tracks offering 28 and 47 GODS tokens, respectively. Fallen Age will introduce 56 new cards, including seven legendaries and two new gameplay mechanics, Wither and Raid. The game, which previously launched the Tower of Dread expansion in October, remains free to play on iOS, Android, Windows, and Mac.
Kuroro Wilds Launches Play-to-Airdrop Campaign on Ronin Read More
Ethereum-based RPG Kuroro Wilds has launched a play-to-airdrop campaign on the Ronin network ahead of its KURO token launch. Players can earn rewards by completing in-game quests, referring friends, and engaging in social tasks. The campaign, running until approximately February 12, will distribute airdrop points equivalent to 10 million KURO tokens, along with Treasure Eggs that may later be exchanged for tokens. Part of the larger Kuroro gaming ecosystem, the game is currently in alpha and available via browser. Players with a VIP pass can access additional rewards, including KURO, RON tokens, and NFTs. The KURO token launch date has not been announced, but the campaign suggests it may follow soon.
NFL Rivals Launches Super Bowl-Themed Player Cards and Rewards Read More
Mythical Games has introduced a Super Bowl promotion for its mobile game NFL Rivals, featuring 30 new player cards from the Kansas City Chiefs and Philadelphia Eagles. Running for two weeks, the event allows players to earn cards through packs and campaigns while participating in Hero Events, where they compete using star offensive or defensive players. Players can also engage in live events tied to real Super Bowl moments and place in-app wagers on outcomes like the coin toss or final score. NFL Rivals, available on iOS and Android, features limited edition NFT cards minted on the Polkadot-powered Mythos blockchain, tradable via the MYTHOS token. With over 6 million downloads, the game continues to expand, while Mythical Games also develops FIFA Rivals and Pudgy Party.
What Is This Sorcery Launches Kickstarter to Fund Physical Card Production Read More
Ethereum-based trading card game What Is This Sorcery has launched a Kickstarter campaign to fund the production of physical cards, aiming to raise at least $20,000, with stretch goals up to $80,000. The campaign, supported by Kickstarter’s marketing efforts, is designed to attract Web2 gamers rather than relying solely on Web3 fundraising methods. Co-founder Nick Grossi sees this as a sustainable approach, avoiding excessive pre-launch monetization common in crypto gaming. The game, available for free on the Epic Games Store, recently sold 1,500 Genesis Stone NFTs and will launch its first airdrop campaign, Season 0, on Skale in mid-February. Kickstarter funds will cover production and retail costs, with physical cards featuring NFC chips for in-game integration.
Game Financing
Uprising Labs and Somnia Launch $10M Web3 Gaming Accelerator Read More
Uprising Labs and blockchain platform Somnia have partnered to launch a $10 million-backed Web3 gaming accelerator aimed at supporting developers in blockchain integration and game development. The six-month program provides funding, mentorship, and technical resources to help studios refine concepts, secure investments, and scale Web3 games. Participants gain access to educational content and industry networking through Club, a community initiative offering early access to projects and exclusive airdrops. Somnia’s high-performance blockchain, capable of 400,000 transactions per second, ensures seamless in-game interactions. Uprising Labs will assist both new and existing developers in adopting Web3 technologies, enhancing player engagement and revenue opportunities.
Bandai Namco Invests Further in SuperGaming to Expand Global Presence Read More
Japanese game publisher Bandai Namco has made an additional investment in Indian game studio SuperGaming, known for titles like Silly Royale and Indus. The investment, made through Bandai Namco’s startup fund 021, aligns with its strategy to expand in key markets such as India, Latin America, and Southeast Asia. SuperGaming, which also developed the SuperPlatform live-ops engine used in Bandai Namco’s PAC-MAN game, aims to scale its gaming ecosystem with this funding. The studio’s battle royale game Indus, launched in October 2024, has surpassed 6 million downloads. With this latest investment, SuperGaming plans to enhance game development and strengthen its presence in the global gaming market.
Mighty Bear Games Raises $4M to Expand AI-Driven Gaming on Telegram Read More
Mighty Bear Games has secured $4 million in funding from TON Ventures, Karatage, Amber, and Bitscale to expand its AI-powered GOAT Gaming platform on Telegram. The platform allows players to deploy AI-driven agents, known as AlphaGOATs, to compete in games and earn rewards. Unlike traditional gaming bots, AlphaGOATs operate within Telegram’s MiniApps framework, engaging in tournaments and prediction markets. With this funding, the company aims to enhance AI infrastructure, develop new games, and integrate autonomous agents into the gaming experience. Mighty Bear Games, previously focused on mobile game development, has shifted towards AI-driven gaming and infrastructure, positioning itself at the forefront of AI integration in competitive gaming.
Airdrop & Free Mints & Launchpad
Stellar Forger Alpha Season 1 Rewards Announced Read More
The roguelite adventure game Stellar Forger is set to offer rewards during its Alpha Season 1 event. From February 12 to March 12, players can earn $20K in A8 tokens and 50M $MEDAL tokens.
KGeN to Launch Public Free Mint of Proof of Gamer NFT Read More
The decentralized gamer network KGeN will begin its free public mint of the Proof of Gamer NFT on February 17, allowing participants to secure their NFT without incurring gas fees.
Dawnshard Launch 5K Prize Tournament Read More
Dawnshard, the Meta-Breaker trading card game featuring AI-generated decks and built on the Sei Network, will host its launch tournament from February 22 to 23, offering a prize pool of $5,000 USDT.
