This Week In Gaming | Yuga Labs' $1M Dookey Dash, Parallel On Base, Everdawn Open Beta, Parallel's New Shooter, and the Latest Free Mint & Airdrop Updates
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Web3 Game Development
Yuga Labs Launches Free-to-Play Version of Dookey Dash With $1M Prize Pool Read More
Yuga Labs, the creator of Bored Ape Yacht Club, has launched Dookey Dash: Unclogged, a free-to-play version of its sewer-based game. Developed in partnership with Faraway, the game is now available on iOS, Android, Mac, and PC in select regions. Players compete for top spots on the leaderboard, aiming for NFTs like the "Golden Plunger," which grants entry into an end-of-season tournament with over $1 million in prizes. The game introduces new features such as “creator mode,” allowing users to create and trade in-game assets via the Faraway Shop NFT marketplace.
Pixelverse Expands Beyond Telegram with New Cyberpunk Web Game Beta Read More
Pixelverse, the creator of the hit Telegram game PixelTap, has launched a closed beta for its browser-based MMORPG. Set in the cyberpunk-themed "Neopolis City," the game integrates The Open Network (TON) blockchain for in-game microtransactions, allowing a seamless transition for existing PixelTap players. Pixelverse CEO Kirill Volgin emphasized the expansion, aiming to provide a more immersive experience for Telegram users who have been introduced to crypto via the platform’s mini-games. A public release is expected in late 2024.
Parallel Expands Universe with Project Tau Ceti Shooter on Base Network Read More
Parallel Studios, creators of the Ethereum NFT card game Parallel, announced their new project, "Project Tau Ceti," at Token2049 in Singapore. The 3D first-person shooter will take place on a sci-fi planet, allowing players to battle using Parallel NFT avatars. Built on the Base Network’s B3 layer-3 gaming platform, Tau Ceti expands the Parallel universe beyond card battlers. The game utilizes Unreal Engine 5 and features 3D assets from Parallel. Expected to enter early alpha testing for PC in 2025, future releases may include mobile and console versions.
Nifty Island Announces Bloom Rewards and Upcoming $ISLAND Token Launch Read More
Nifty Island has unveiled several major updates, including Bloom Rewards, the Topo UGC Contest, and key partnerships, aimed at enhancing player experience. The Bloom Rewards system allows players to earn unique in-game items by completing tasks, with the program running until October 28, 2024. The Topo UGC Contest invites creators to showcase 3D assets and other content, with winners receiving exclusive rewards. Additionally, Nifty Island’s play-to-airdrop event will conclude on November 1st, followed by the launch of the $ISLAND token.
Everdawn Champions Enters Open Beta on Epic Games Store Read More
Nexus Interactive has announced the launch of its free-to-play strategy game, Everdawn Champions, entering open beta on the Epic Games Store on September 25. The game blends competitive card battling with blockchain technology, allowing players to own and trade in-game assets like cards and skins. Developed with Unity 3D, it offers an immersive experience and has already built a community of over 100,000 players. Nexus also plans to integrate its $NXI token, enabling asset ownership across its gaming ecosystem.
Puma Partners with UNKJD Soccer for Web3 Gaming Expansion Read More
Global sports brand Puma has partnered with Israeli game developer UNKJD to bring exclusive Puma-branded content to the web3-based mobile game, UNKJD Soccer, set for full release in 2025. The collaboration will feature unique in-game items like Puma Ballers, skins, and tournaments. Built on the Solana and Base blockchains, players can compete in tournaments to earn Gems convertible into $MBS tokens.
Heroes of Mavia Launches Web Ruby Marketplace and 1 Million Ruby Giveaway Read More
Skrice Studios has launched the Web Ruby Marketplace for Heroes of Mavia, allowing players to trade in-game assets using Ruby, with $MAVIA token integration expected in November 2024. To celebrate, a 1 million Ruby giveaway has been announced, where 100 daily transactions will be randomly selected for rewards. Players can trade items such as skins and decorations, with future updates set to enhance the marketplace and gameplay. Additional features, including new heroes, NFT integrations, and an expanded crafting system, are expected later this year.
Aethir Partners with GameCentric to Strengthen Web3 Gaming Infrastructure Read More
Aethir, a decentralized GPU cloud provider, has partnered with GameCentric, a Dubai-based gaming aggregator, to enhance web3 gaming infrastructure. By integrating Aethir’s cloud technology, GameCentric aims to improve scalability, security, and player experiences for its 160,000 active gamers across 52 titles. The partnership will support GameCentric’s expansion into web3 with features like in-game tokens and non-custodial wallets, while Aethir’s decentralized infrastructure ensures smoother, low-latency gameplay.
Apeiron Launches Season 3 with Updated Apostle System and $1M $APRS Prize Pool Read More
Apeiron, the NFT-based god game, has introduced an enhanced Apostle System as part of its Season 3 update, offering new gameplay features like Bless, Reforge, and Angelization. These mechanics allow players to evolve Apostles, choose between keeping them as NFTs or binding them to Planets for skill development. The update includes concurrent PvP and PvE leaderboards, running until October 17, 2024, with a $1 million prize pool in $APRS tokens.
Airdrop & Free Mints & Launchpad
Space3 Genesis Soul NFT FREE Mint on Sept. 24 and Sept. 25 Read More
Gomble Games SpaceKids FREE NFT Mint on Sept. 26 Read More
Everdawn: Champions Early Access Starts from Sept. 25 with Exclusive Genesis Card Packs Rewards Read More
L3E7 Public Alpha Test Phase 1 from Sept. 23 to 29 Read More
