This Week In Gaming | Solana Launches Free Game Pass NFT, Treeverse Rewards Season With Token Airdrop, Immutable Perpetual Rewards System, Pirate Nation PVP with $10M $PIRATE Token Rewards and More
Web3 Game Development
Solana Launches Free Game Pass NFT With Rewards and Early Access Read More
Solana has introduced the free Solana Game Pass NFT, available via Magic Eden, granting holders early access to 30 partner games and eligibility for crypto rewards. The launch marks “Season 0” of a multi-season initiative, with players able to earn raffle entries through GAM3S.GG quests toward a $10,000 prize pool. Participating titles include Star Atlas, Stepn, and Nyan Heroes. Over 13,000 NFTs have been minted, with future seasons expected to expand benefits and gameplay integration.
Minecraft-Inspired Game “Chunked” Debuts Fully On-Chain Gameplay on Somnia Testnet Read More
MSquared, part of Improbable, has launched Chunked, a Minecraft-style sandbox game where every action—mining, crafting, or movement—is recorded on-chain via the Somnia testnet. The game is designed as a true Web3 experiment, with no central server and open-source smart contracts. While still a tech demo, it showcases real-time blockchain integration, paving the way for persistent, community-driven virtual worlds ahead of Somnia’s mainnet launch.
Treeverse Kicks Off First Rewards Season With END Token Airdrop Read More
Ethereum RPG Treeverse will launch its first rewards season on April 19, offering 2.76% of its upcoming END token supply and additional IMX and MON tokens. Players can earn rewards through quests and leaderboards but must own at least one NFT to qualify. The game also introduces new NFTs on Immutable zkEVM, including soulbound tokens and tradable Crowns. All player progress has been reset ahead of the campaign, with another reset planned before Season 2.
Bigcoin Crash Fuels Interest in Risky Crypto Gaming Models Read More
After surging in popularity, crypto mining game Bigcoin saw its token plunge 83%, prompting players to seek the next “Ponzi-style” game. Built on Ethereum L2 Abstract, Bigcoin rewarded users with in-game tokens for mining upgrades. While critics label the model unsustainable, some players praise its transparency and quick returns amid declining gaming token performance. With crypto markets down, degens appear drawn to high-risk, high-reward games over uncertain airdrop models. Updates for Bigcoin are reportedly still in development.
MapleStory Universe Unveils Web3 Ecosystem With Tokenized Assets and Creator Tools Read More
MapleStory Universe has released its whitepaper detailing a Layer 1 blockchain ecosystem that integrates NFTs, NXPC, and NESO tokens. The platform introduces tokenized assets and dynamic gameplay economies across applications like MapleStory N, a PC MMORPG. It includes a marketplace, developer SDK, and transparent tracking tools. Through App KPIs and NESO usage, creators are rewarded based on engagement and utility. The system aims to support sustainable economies and user-driven innovation within the MapleStory IP.
Immutable Rolls Out Perpetual Rewards System Tied to User Engagement Read More
Immutable has launched its Perpetual Rewards System, offering weekly IMX token rewards based on user activity. Participants earn gems through gameplay and ecosystem interactions, which can be exchanged for reward keys. In the first cycle, $235,000 in IMX was distributed, with the top wallet receiving over $8,400. Roughly 7,000 wallets have joined so far. The system aims to drive sustained engagement in Immutable’s web3 gaming ecosystem, with rewards tied to consistent participation and verified accounts.
OVERTAKE Unveils Vision Paper for Web3 Gaming Asset Marketplace Read More
OVERTAKE has released its Vision Paper detailing plans for a smart contract-based marketplace aimed at improving digital asset trading in web3 gaming. The platform replaces third-party intermediaries with an escrow layer for secure, transparent transactions. With publisher integration and modular developer tools, OVERTAKE supports tokenized, verifiable assets across games. Early partners include Somnis: Rumble Rush and Sui, leveraging dynamic NFTs. The company emphasizes seamless user experience and scalable adoption to power player-driven economies.
Pirate Nation Launches PvP Event With $10M $PIRATE Token Rewards Read More
Pirate Nation has kicked off its 28-day PvP event, Legend of the Underlord, running from April 15 to May 13. Players can compete for a share of 10 million $PIRATE tokens and earn exclusive Anubis-themed skins. The event introduces card rebalancing, visible MMR, and weekly gameplay updates. To qualify, participants must hold a Founder's Pirate or VIP status. Rewards are claimable immediately and limited to one per player. Developed by Proof of Play, Pirate Nation continues to champion on-chain ownership and player-driven economies.
Game Financing
Embr Raises $1.8M to Build Survival-Based Memecoin Ecosystem Read More
Embr has secured $1.8 million in funding to develop a competitive memecoin ecosystem where tokens “fight to the death.” The round was led by Robot Ventures and Lattice Fund, with participation from TempleDAO and individual investors including 0xShitTrader and Daryllautk. Embr aims to move beyond short-term memecoin hype, introducing trading dynamics centered on evolution and survival. The platform positions itself as a new paradigm in crypto gaming and speculative finance.
Airdrop & Free Mints & Launchpad
Balance, Developed by E-PAL, Prepares for $EPT TGE and Listing on April 21st Read More
Balance is a Web3 gaming and social platform developed by the E-PAL team, designed to reshape digital interactions. Backed by top investors, including Binance Labs, Balance is gaining traction in the Web3 space. The platform’s native token, EPT, is set to be listed on Binance Alpha and Binance Futures starting April 21, 2025.
Realms of Alurya Launches 'Hunt & Mint' Event from April 23 to May 23, 2025 Read More
Realms of Alurya is a Web3 action RPG developed by Synergy Games, where players explore a fantasy world with four elemental biomes and engage in both PvP and PvE battles. The game recently moved from the Treasure ecosystem to the Ronin Network to take advantage of its stronger infrastructure. To celebrate, Realms of Alurya launched the "Hunt & Mint" Play-to-Airdrop event, where players can earn an exclusive NFT and unlock rewards like airdrops and special NFTs by completing in-game tasks from April 23 to May 23, 2025.
Farmine Land Launches 'Play-to-Airdrop' Event with FREE NFT Mint Read More
Farmine Land is a 2D open-world MMORPG that combines nostalgic medieval adventures with Web3 elements. Players can mine, craft items, battle monsters, and earn rewards in a pixelated universe powered by the Ronin Network. In its latest development, Farmine Land has launched the "Play-to-Airdrop" event, allowing players to earn exclusive NFTs and in-game rewards by completing specific tasks and challenges.
Engines of Fury Play-to-Airdrop S1, Phase 3 starts from April 29 to May 4 Read More
Engines of Fury is a free-to-play, top-down extraction shooter set in a post-apocalyptic world, developed by a team with expertise from Blizzard, Activision, Ubisoft, and Unity. The game offers a blend of PvPvE gameplay and a deflationary in-game economy powered by the $FURY token. In its latest update, the developers revealed that Season 1 will conclude with Act 3, "The Infection," launching on April 29, 2025. This final act introduces new features, increased difficulty, an engaging storyline, and rewards in $FURY tokens.
