This Week In Gaming | Sony’s Soneium chain integrate With Line, Seraph Season 2 Launches With $6M Prize Pool, Sega’s ‘Code of Joker’ enters Sui & more TGE news
Weekly Game Recommendation
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Poglin – A Web3 Strategy Battler on the Rise
Poglin, the debut title from Japan’s Gacha Monsters, is set to redefine turn-based strategy gaming. Backed by $3 million in seed funding led by Animoca Brands, with investors including Infinity Ventures Crypto, FBG, and Big Time Games, the project is developed by a team with experience in popular strategy games.
A Closer Look at Poglin’s Core Features
Strategic Depth – Matches unfold in turn-based format, requiring players to predict enemy moves, deploy counters, and optimize their roster.
Evolution & Fusion Mechanics – Poglins can consume others to gain experience, leveling up to unlock powerful new abilities.
Competitive Economy – Players can acquire both standard Poglins and limited-edition NFT versions, which can be traded or used for high-stakes battles.
Investment in Innovation – With a focus on player-driven economies, Poglin integrates blockchain-based Stubs & PGC rewards, adding real-world value to in-game achievements.
Currently in Alpha, Poglin is shaping up to be a standout Web3 title, merging gameplay depth with player-driven economies.
Web3 Game Development
Sony’s Soneium Blockchain Expands With Line Mini App Integration Read More
Sony’s Soneium blockchain is partnering with Line to bring four successful mini apps into the Web3 ecosystem, aiming to enhance accessibility for Line’s 200 million users. The first integrations include Sleepagotchi LITE, Farm Frens, Puffy Match, and Pocket Mob, bridging blockchain gaming with mainstream audiences. By leveraging Line’s platform, Soneium seeks to simplify blockchain adoption while providing developers with tools for innovation. This collaboration marks a major step in integrating blockchain into everyday digital experiences.
Seraph Season 2 Launches With $6M Prize Pool and New Features Read More
Blockchain RPG Seraph has launched Season 2, introducing revamped combat, a restructured economy, and a massive reward pool of 50 BNB and 6.1 million $SERAPH tokens. Players can compete in Ladder rankings, Chaos Realm battles, and Soul Spars destruction for top prizes. A new hero class, the Druid, joins the action alongside existing classes. Following a strong first season, Seraph continues to expand its web3 ecosystem, offering competitive gameplay with blockchain-based asset ownership.
Atari Brings ‘Pong’ to Blockchain Through B3 Partnership Read More
Atari is partnering with B3 to bring Pong and other classic titles to blockchain, integrating gaming nostalgia with Web3 technology. B3, a Layer 3 gaming infrastructure provider, enables seamless blockchain adoption with over six million wallets and 200 million transactions processed. Atari sees blockchain as a way to enhance player ownership and community-driven game evolution. This move aims to preserve gaming history while fostering new creative possibilities in a decentralized ecosystem.
Sega’s ‘Code of Joker’ Returns as Blockchain TCG on Sui Read More
Parasol, a Mysten Labs subsidiary, announced that Code of Joker: Evolutions, a digital TCG based on Sega’s Code of Joker arcade series, will launch on Sui in late summer 2025. Developed by Jokers Inc., the game integrates blockchain features for card ownership and trading. While Sega is not directly involved, this follows its strategy of licensing IPs for blockchain projects. The Sui ecosystem also features Samurai Shodown R and the SuiPlay0X1 gaming handheld.
‘Deadrop’ Players Seek Refunds After Studio Closure Read More
Following the shutdown of Midnight Society, players of Deadrop are claiming refunds for early access purchases. The studio, co-founded by Dr. Disrespect, sold NFTs and digital passes, promising future in-game content that will no longer be delivered. Players have organized in Discord to guide others on securing chargebacks. Some have successfully obtained refunds through banks, while others face challenges, especially with older transactions. Meanwhile, Deadrop NFTs remain tradable on OpenSea, despite the game’s cancellation.
‘My Pet Hooligan’ Joins Arbitrum’s Studio Chain for Web3 Gaming Read More
The Karrat Foundation, in collaboration with the Arbitrum Foundation, is launching Studio Chain, a gaming-focused blockchain powered by Arbitrum’s Ethereum layer-2 tech. My Pet Hooligan will be the flagship game, integrating Web3 features like asset ownership and interoperability. Developed by AMGI Studios, the game will expand to Xbox and additional PC platforms. While Web3 elements will be managed via a web portal, the initiative aims to push entertainment-focused blockchain innovation.
Horror FPS ‘The Bornless’ Brings Web3 Gaming to Xbox Read More
Cathedral Studios’ Web3 horror FPS The Bornless is coming to Xbox, joining My Pet Hooligan and Off the Grid in the console’s growing blockchain gaming library. Set in the 1950s, the battle royale-style game recently saw record engagement during its A Storm is Coming playtest, with 5,500 players and 26,000+ hours watched. The game integrates Web3 features while appealing to traditional players, marking a significant step in blockchain gaming’s expansion to mainstream consoles.
Game Financing
M10 Secures $3M to Revolutionize Free-to-Play Gaming With Web3 Read More
Web3 game developer M10 has raised $3 million in a seed round led by the Sui Foundation, with backing from GSR, Big Brain Holdings, and others. Led by industry veterans, M10 aims to disrupt the F2P model with blockchain-powered competitive multiplayer experiences. The studio’s first game, built on Sui’s scalable Layer 1 blockchain, seeks to create a more balanced and sustainable gaming economy. This funding positions M10 as a rising force in Web3 gaming innovation.
Airdrop & Free Mints & Launchpad
The Plooshies Airdrop Campaign SocialFi Season 3 Starts on March 17 Read More
The Plooshies is a collection of casual games that blends browser-based mini-games, mobile challenges, and multiplayer adventures. Designed for both quick sessions and deeper exploration, it appeals to casual gamers and those seeking engaging gameplay. SocialFi Season 3 runs from March 17 to June 09, offering players the chance to earn Plooshy Points (PP) and unlock exciting airdrop opportunities.
Slingshot, the Roblox AI Game Launcher, announces its $SLING TGE and listing on March 18 Read More
Slingshot is a community-driven platform that helps bring new Roblox game ideas to life. Developers submit their concepts, and $SLING token holders vote to fund projects—offering up to $50,000 per game. With an initial lineup of 11 games and 3.3 million monthly players, the community is already buzzing. The Token Generation Event kicks off on March 18th at 1 PM UTC.
DeFi Dungeons, a fantasy idle RPG Game, announces its $GOLD TGE & Listing on March 19 Read More
DeFi Dungeons is a fantasy idle RPG built on the Solana blockchain, merging dungeon exploration with blockchain mechanics. Players participate in quests and raids to earn $GOLD tokens, the core currency for summoning heroes, unlocking abilities, and trading items. The game emphasizes play-to-earn mechanics, where dungeon crawling directly rewards players with tokens. The $GOLD TGE is scheduled for March 19.
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