This Week In Gaming | Sui Gaming Console Revealed, Animoca Partners with Tokyo Stupid Games, MetalCore Open Beta, E-PAL Unveils Balance, and the Latest Free Mint & Airdrop Updates

Sep 09, 2024

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Web3 Game Development

SuiPlay0x1 Crypto Gaming Console Revealed: Specs and Pre-orders Open Read More

Playtron and Mysten Labs have unveiled the SuiPlay0x1 crypto gaming handheld, now available for pre-order. Priced at $599, it features a 512GB SSD, AMD Ryzen 7 7840U CPU, and 780M GPU, with a 7-inch IPS screen. The device supports both PC and crypto games, competing with the Steam Deck. Early buyers can pay in Sui, Ethereum, or Solana, with the first 1,000 receiving a special soulbound NFT. Deliveries are slated for 2025, positioning SuiPlay0x1 as a key player in the emerging crypto gaming handheld market.

Telegram Game 'W-Coin' Selects TON for Token Launch After Player Vote Read More

Telegram-based game W-Coin has chosen The Open Network (TON) to mint its token following a player poll, with TON receiving 68% of the 8.8 million votes. Solana and Ethereum trailed with 24% and 8%, respectively. TON, closely integrated with Telegram, has become a popular choice for in-game token launches, including for upcoming games like Hamster Kombat and Rocky Rabbit.

Elon Musk-Themed Game 'X Empire' Ends Mining Phase Ahead of Token Airdrop Read More

The Telegram game X Empire, formerly known as Musk Empire, will end its mining phase on September 30, signaling the upcoming token airdrop. Players have until then to accumulate points, as progression will no longer count toward the airdrop afterward. X Empire teased the airdrop for late September or early October. The game is expected to introduce a new product post-airdrop, similar to how Notcoin evolved after its own token launch, as it transitions into its next phase of development.

Animoca Brands Japan Partners with Tokyo Stupid Games for Global Web3 Expansion Read More

Animoca Brands Japan has announced a partnership with Tokyo Stupid Games to promote web3 adoption by integrating real-world assets (RWAs) into gaming platforms. The collaboration aims to enhance the global reach of Japanese brands and IPs through blockchain technology. Tokyo Stupid Games enables users to acquire NFTs linked to physical assets like merchandise and fashion items.

Faraway Unveils Two New Web3 Mobile Games with NFT Integration Read More

Faraway has announced the upcoming release of two web3 mobile games, Rebel Skies and Villains: Robot Battle Royale. Rebel Skies, an action RTS game, will launch in October 2024, featuring HV-MTL NFTs from Yuga Labs. Villains, developed in partnership with Birdletter, will incorporate web3 elements like Legends of the Mara NFTs.

The Sandbox Launches Voxel Games Program to Empower Indie Developers Read More

The Sandbox has introduced its Voxel Games program, allowing indie developers to create voxel-style games using engines like Unity and Unreal. This initiative aims to expand The Sandbox's reach beyond its blockchain-powered ecosystem by enabling cross-platform game development. With partnerships and support for real-world IPs, the program enhances opportunities for developers to integrate blockchain elements like NFTs and SAND tokens, while maintaining traditional game mechanics, advancing The Sandbox’s vision of an open metaverse.

MetalCore Launches Open Beta with 80M $MCG Prize Pool Read More

MetalCore's Open Beta Season 1: MetalPunks Rhapsody begins on September 12, offering players a chance to win up to 80 million $MCG tokens. This sci-fi MMO features PvPvE battles, enhanced missions, and gameplay powered by Unreal Engine 5. Players can compete in Barony Wars, PvP tournaments, and PvE raids, with rewards distributed via leaderboards. A new tiered reward system, community-driven goals, and free access on PC highlight this phase, making it a pivotal moment for blockchain gaming enthusiasts.

Forgotten Runiverse Open Beta Live with Donut Points and NFT Crafting on Ronin Read More

The Forgotten Runiverse Open Beta is live until September 7, offering players a chance to explore the MMORPG on Android, PC, Mac, and iOS. Players can earn Donut Points through quests, engage in NFT crafting and trading on Mavis Market, and benefit from a referral program that rewards Mana. Set in the expansive Forgotten Runes Wizard's Cult universe, this open beta on the Ronin blockchain marks a significant step toward mass adoption, with enhanced gameplay and economic interactions for the community.

Game Financing

E-PAL Announces AI-Driven Blockchain Platform Balance, Raises $30M in Funding Read More

Web3 gaming and social platform E-PAL has unveiled its AI-powered blockchain experience platform, Balance, following a $30M funding round led by Andreessen Horowitz (a16z) and Galaxy Interactive. Other investors include Animoca Brands, K5, and YouTube co-founder Steve Chen. The funds will be used to develop Balance’s infrastructure, which aims to revolutionize the social industry by integrating advanced AI and blockchain technology.

CryptoHunter World Secures $2.8M Funding for Web3 Adventure Game Read More

CryptoHunter World has raised $2.8M in a funding round with participation from IOST, HG Ventures, and others. The game offers two modes: Adventure Mode, where players collect Cryptids without blockchain rewards, and Hunter Mode, which uses NFTs and GPS to reward players with tokens based on movement and battles. CryptoHunter World’s gameplay focuses on collectible RPG mechanics, allowing players to tokenize in-game items and characters, giving them ownership of assets through blockchain technology.