This Week In Gaming | Soneium chain Surpasses $45M in TVL, Immutable Partners with TOKYO BEAST, Legend of Ymir trending in Korea, WolvesDAO Launches Woof and more
Web3 Game Development
Nyan Heroes Returns to Epic Games Store with New Hero, Map, and Mode Read More
Nyan Heroes, a Solana-based hero shooter, is set to launch its next playtest on the Epic Games Store from March 26 to April 13. The update introduces a new hero, Coco, and his mech Gizmo, equipped with turret deployment and armor-enhancing abilities. A new Tokyo-inspired map emphasizes vertical gameplay, while "Fishball," a fast-paced multiplayer mode, adds strategic depth. Players can also expect UI improvements, new weapons, and enhanced voiceovers. Additionally, an airdrop campaign will take place during the playtest period, with further details yet to be announced.
GameStop Acknowledges Proposal to Convert $5 Billion Reserves Into Bitcoin Read More
GameStop has received a proposal from Strive Asset Management urging the company to convert nearly $5 billion in cash reserves into Bitcoin, positioning it as a leading Bitcoin treasury in the gaming sector. Strive argues that Bitcoin is a superior long-term asset amid inflation concerns and cites recent accounting changes that allow unrealized Bitcoin gains to be recognized as profit. The firm also recommends further store closures and a focus on digital services. GameStop CEO Ryan Cohen acknowledged the proposal but has not provided further comment.
Claude AI Learns to Play Pokémon, Defeats Gym Leaders in Hours Read More
Anthropic announced that its latest AI model, Claude 3.7 Sonnet, has successfully learned to play Pokémon, defeating in-game opponents within hours. The AI utilizes function calls, screen observations, and strategic planning to navigate battles, outperforming older models that struggled with similar tasks. Anthropic shared gameplay footage on Twitch, showcasing Claude’s ability to adapt and optimize its strategies. This advancement highlights AI’s growing capacity for complex problem-solving beyond traditional training methods.
Fortnite’s Fake Crypto Token Sparks Real Solana Meme Coin Frenzy Read More
Fortnite introduced a fictional in-game cryptocurrency, Dill Bits, as part of its latest season, prompting traders to launch a real version on Solana. The unofficial token briefly surged to a $4.78 million market cap before crashing over 90% amid broader market declines. This follows a trend of Fortnite-themed meme coins, though Epic Games has previously distanced itself from such projects. The decline reflects growing skepticism in the meme coin market, as overall crypto prices continue to fall.
Jarla Crowned Champion at Inaugural Parallel Prime Championship Read More
The first-ever Parallel Prime Championship concluded on March 2, 2025, at the HyperX Arena in Las Vegas, with Jarla emerging as the champion and securing the $100,000 grand prize. The tournament featured top Parallel Trading Card Game (TCG) players competing in a double-elimination format. The event showcased the depth and complexity of Parallel's strategic gameplay, marking a significant milestone in the competitive TCG landscape.
Immutable Partners with TOKYO BEAST to Expand Web3 Gaming in Asia Read More
Immutable has announced a partnership with TOKYO BEAST, a leading Japanese web3 game developer, to integrate blockchain technology into its competitive battler. The collaboration introduces NFT-based gameplay, player-versus-player tournaments, and a prediction system for spectators. With Immutable’s infrastructure supporting scalability, TOKYO BEAST aims to bridge web2 and web3 gaming. This partnership strengthens Immutable’s presence in Asia’s blockchain gaming industry, following previous collaborations with major developers.
Legend of Ymir Becomes Most Downloaded Game on Google Play in Korea Read More
Wemade’s latest MMORPG, Legend of Ymir, has topped the Google Play download charts in South Korea following its February 20 launch. Built on Unreal Engine 5 and integrated with Wemix blockchain technology, the game introduces a Non-Fungible Item (NFI) system to enhance in-game asset security. Due to high demand, Wemade expanded server capacity to 18 and is rewarding early players with exclusive in-game items. The game’s rapid success further solidifies Wemade’s presence in the web3 gaming market.
WolvesDAO Launches Woof on Avalanche to Expand Web3 Gaming Read More
WolvesDAO has announced that Woof will launch on the Avalanche blockchain, reinforcing its commitment to web3 gaming. Avalanche has consistently supported blockchain gaming, sponsoring major industry events and backing multiple gaming projects. WolvesDAO leader Payton highlighted the strong collaboration with Avalanche’s ecosystem and expressed enthusiasm for future growth. This partnership marks another step in integrating decentralized gaming with blockchain infrastructure.
Game Financing
MARBLEX Launches $20 Million Fund with Immutable to Expand Web3 Gaming Read More
Blockchain gaming firm MARBLEX, a subsidiary of Netmarble, has announced a $20 million joint fund with Immutable to support its expansion in web3 gaming. Moving beyond RPGs, the company will introduce a Semi-Publishing Model to diversify its game portfolio, with multiple new titles set for 2025. Key innovations include dynamic NFT metadata, improved asset interoperability, and enhanced trading mechanics. MARBLEX also plans to grow its player base by 40% and implement token burn mechanisms to stabilize in-game economies.
Sony’s Soneium Blockchain Surpasses $45 Million in TVL Read More
Soneium, an Ethereum layer 2 blockchain developed by Sony Block Solutions Labs, has exceeded $45 million in total value locked (TVL) since its launch in January. The network has seen growing activity, with over 258,000 wallets engaged and more than 2 million transactions processed in a single day. While Sony has yet to confirm blockchain integration with PlayStation, Soneium continues to expand in DeFi, with decentralized exchanges driving its adoption within the Ethereum ecosystem.
Airdrop & Free Mints & Launchpad
Kuroro Wilds Alpha Play-to-Airdrop Season 2 launches on March 5. Read More
