Super Sunday Gaming News: January 29th
Super Sunday Gaming News: January 29th brings you a compact recap of all the latest and hottest gaming news from the previous week.
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Super Sunday News January 8, 2023
Hello and welcome to the Play-and-Earn Super Sunday News! In this dispatch, we bring you all the latest updates from the world of blockchain gaming for the first week of 2023
Super Bowl Sunday Gaming News
The past week we also saw FTX fallout in Super Bowl advertisement deal cancellation for the crypto industry. So, this year people will see only beer ads instead of crypto or blockchain. As for the gamefi, we have Project Red inviting players to play and test gameplay for free. A couple of other games like Faraway Lands, BattleFly have alpha and early access respectively.
Super Sunday Gaming News
his week saw major news from the corporate sector, with the Premier League joining the Web3 space through its agreement with Sorare. Meanwhile, Amazon is also jumping on the Web3 bandwagon, exploring new opportunities in this growing market.
SandBox, Illuvium and More Gaming News!
Latest gaming news: Nekoverse Alpha, Parallel Closed Alpha, The Sandbox Land Sale, Illuvium and Illuvitars, Square Enix on Symbiogenesis
Sunday Game News – Blockchain, Web3
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PlaytoEarngames.com Newsletter 14
In the dynamic world of web3 gaming, several major players have recently made significant strides, offering exciting developments and updates. Here’s an extensive summary of the latest news from Animoca Brands, Krafton, Yuga Labs, Wreck League, and other notable web3 gaming entities:
Animoca Brands Mocaverse Funding Round:
Animoca Brands Corporation Limited has secured substantial support for its ambitious metaverse project, Mocaverse. This endeavor aims to accelerate the development of Mocaverse, a pivotal component of Animoca Brands’ web3 ecosystem. To achieve this, the company issued new shares at a rate of A$4.50 each, resulting in a remarkable $20 million in funding. Investors in this round were also granted utility token warrants on a dollar-for-dollar basis. Leading this funding round was CMCC Global, with participation from prominent blockchain investors such as Kingsway Capital, Liberty City Ventures, and GameFi Ventures, along with Animoca Brands’ executive chairman, Yat Siu. Mocaverse introduces Moca ID, a collection of non-fungible tokens (NFTs) designed to establish unique blockchain credentials. The project envisions creating a decentralized loyalty system within the Mocaverse platform, encouraging broader integration of web3 technologies into everyday life.
Krafton’s Overdare NFT Metaverse Game:
Renowned for its highly popular PUBG battle royale game, Krafton has ventured into web3 gaming with the announcement of Overdare, an NFT-driven metaverse mobile game set to revolutionize user-generated content on the Settlus blockchain. Overdare is set to have a soft launch in December, with a full release planned between the first and second quarters of 2024. Comparable to Roblox, Overdare empowers users to create content, and it leverages Epic’s Unreal Engine 5 and AI generative tools, offering extensive gameplay options. Players can create games across various genres, interact with other users, customize avatars, and explore a vast open world, featuring virtual concerts. This partnership between Krafton and Naver Z aims to establish a “create-to-earn” gaming economy, enabling players to trade in-game assets as NFTs for transparent and secure transactions, pushing the boundaries of traditional gaming experiences.
Wreck League’s Debut Tournament:
Wreck League has launched its inaugural leaderboard tournament, inviting Mech enthusiasts to participate. With 1.4 quadrillion potential combinations of Mech parts, each fighter’s Mech becomes unique, ensuring every battle is distinct. Players can assemble Mechs and engage in player-versus-player (PvP) battles. Dubbed “Mez’i’s Mayhem,” this tournament commenced on September 14 and will continue until September 28. The scoring system awards one point for a victory and none for a loss, emphasizing skill and consistency. Prizes are allocated to the top 17,000 players, ranging from common parts for those ranked 10,000th and above, exclusive Iconic Holoscopes for the top three (granting future ownership of an Arena NFT), fully assembled Koda Mechs for ranks four through ten, and Legendary parts for ranks eleven through twenty-five.
Yuga Labs’ HV-MTL Forge Update:
Yuga Labs has introduced a new phase called “The Hunt” to HV-MTL Forge, enhancing both the world and gameplay. In this update, players embark on a dungeon-crawling adventure in The Rift, reminiscent of roguelike games. They search for crafting materials and special items to improve their Heavy Vehicles (HVs). Players can choose from four different biomes and set the game’s difficulty level, with energy consumption varying accordingly. Furthermore, players must decide whether to be explorers, fighters, or craftsmen, each possessing distinct stats and abilities. HVs have a battery level serving as both their health and an exploration resource. If an HV runs out of battery before reaching the exit, the player loses half of their collected items.
Eternal Dragons Web3 Game Update:
Eternal Dragons returns with an updated version designed to enhance the NFT gaming experience for Dragoneers and web3 gamers. Notable features of this update include unit attack animations, creating more fluid and exciting battles, simplified PvP room creation for improved connectivity, and the addition of a PvP AI opponent to facilitate gameplay for players in different time zones. The introduction of class stacking, rather than skills, offers strategic depth by allowing players to enhance combat skills by deploying more units of the same class. Improved NFT coupling emphasizes player feedback and introduces new ways to combine classes and affinities, adding dynamism and intrigue to every battle. These changes are aimed at immersing players deeper into the world of Eternal Dragons and making the game more enjoyable.
These developments highlight the vibrant and rapidly evolving landscape of web3 gaming, with Animoca Brands, Krafton, Yuga Labs, Wreck League, and Eternal Dragons leading the way in innovation and creating engaging experiences for players and enthusiasts in the metaverse.
PlaytoEarnGames.com Newsletter 13
Throughout the past week, several significant developments in the world of Web3 gaming have taken place, including updates from major players like Google, Gala Games, and various Web3 game titles. These updates shed light on the growing impact of NFTs, the expansion of Web3 technologies, internal strife within the industry, innovative in-game economies, and new gaming modes.
Google on NFT Ads:
Google made a substantial change to its advertising policies by allowing blockchain video games that incorporate Non-Fungible Tokens (NFTs) to be advertised. This change, effective as of September 15, represents a significant step in endorsing the NFT gaming industry. NFT game developers can now market their creations globally, potentially reaching a broader audience. However, Google’s revised policy restricts ads for crypto games involving gambling or token rewards, as well as games enabling players to stake or lock up cryptocurrencies or NFTs for long-term benefits. This move reflects Google’s commitment to distinguishing between NFT games that enhance gameplay and those that introduce NFTs into gambling mechanics. It also emphasizes the importance of responsible gaming within the crypto gaming sector.
Saudi Arabia Exploring Web3:
Saudi Arabia is actively positioning itself as a leader in Web3 technologies, aligning with its ambitious Vision 2030 plan, aimed at reducing oil dependency and diversifying the economy. The kingdom is embracing Web3 technologies, including blockchain and AI, as part of its strategy. Furthermore, Saudi Arabia aims to establish itself as a global gaming hub, with significant investments from its Public Investment Fund. However, challenges remain in integrating Web3 technologies, such as cryptocurrencies and virtual assets, due to regulatory uncertainties. Nevertheless, Saudi Arabia’s commitment to Web3 suggests the potential for significant growth in this sector.
Gala Games Internal Legal Battle:
Gala Games, a prominent Web3 gaming ecosystem, is embroiled in an internal legal dispute that is causing ripples in the industry. CEO Eric Shiermeyer and co-founder Wright Thurston are taking legal action against each other. Shiermeyer alleges that Thurston and True North United Investments were involved in a $130 million GALA token theft in early 2021. This alleged theft involved complex token transfers. Thurston, in turn, is accused of stealing Gala ecosystem node licenses and selling them. These legal battles have created instability within Gala Games and eroded investor confidence in the Web3 gaming sector.
Heroes of Mavia In-Game Economy:
Heroes of Mavia has introduced its “Mass Ownership Model,” a departure from traditional “play-to-earn” games. Instead of offering cryptocurrencies as rewards, the game provides in-game tokens that players can use to create and sell NFTs within the game. This approach addresses the challenge of extracting value from a game’s economy by allowing players to manage in-game items that can be converted into NFTs. Moreover, it bucks the trend of integrating external cryptocurrencies into Web3 games.
Guild of Guardians Future Plans:
Guild of Guardians recently outlined its future plans, focusing on the game’s economy, transitioning Web2 players into the game, and enhancing Guardian NFTs within their ecosystem. The game developers have made Web3 functionality optional to attract a wider player base and have partnered with Immutable X to introduce the Immutable Passport. This aligns with the broader trend in Web3 gaming to appeal to Web2 players. The game’s economy will revolve around dungeon exploration and crafting, encouraging cooperative gameplay and upgrades.
Gods Unchained New Game Mode:
Gods Unchained is set to introduce Sealed Mode on September 14, catering to trading card game (TCG) enthusiasts. Sealed Mode requires players to build competitive decks with limited and semi-random resources, a format familiar to TCG fans. Unlike previous temporary game modes, Sealed Mode will become a permanent addition to Gods Unchained, potentially reinvigorating interest in the game.
These updates collectively demonstrate the dynamic nature of the Web3 gaming landscape, with advancements, legal challenges, and innovative features shaping the industry’s trajectory.
PlaytoEarnGames.com Newsletter 12
In the world of Web3 gaming and NFTs, this article covers the beta launch of “Legends of the Mara” by Yuga Labs, Zebedee’s release of six Bitcoin-earning mobile games, the NFT brands launched by Todd McFarlane and Patrick Mahomes, MetalCore’s open beta registration, the evolving landscape of The Sandbox, and the major update rolled out for the Web3 game Big Time. The launch of “Legends of the Mara” by Yuga Labs, known for its success in web3 gaming. This open beta 2D strategy game allows players to embark on a magical adventure, collecting valuable “sediment” and defending their lands from dark forces. Players can transform unique Vessels into powerful Kodamara, and rare Kodas can be found in specific land plots.
Zebedee, a Bitcoin payment platform, has expanded into mobile gaming by releasing six new games within the ZBD Entertainment Hub. Players can earn small amounts of Bitcoin (sats) while playing these games, which can be used for in-game purchases or real-world spending.
Notable figures like Todd McFarlane and NFL quarterback Patrick Mahomes have entered the NFT arena by launching their own NFT brands and collections. Batman NFTs, for instance, have quickly sold out on McFarlane’s platform.
MetalCore has opened registration for its highly anticipated open beta, offering players the chance to secure a spot and receive a valuable in-game vehicle as an early signup bonus.
The Sandbox platform is evolving as third-party developers organize events and introduce “play-to-earn” opportunities. Pickaxe Master, a game within The Sandbox, has initiated an Alpha Mining Season with leaderboards and rewards. Both official and community-run events cater to diverse gaming interests.
The web3 game Big Time has introduced a substantial update, including data resets, enhanced visuals, rebalanced encounters, new Boss monsters, additional character skills, new goals, and an expanded user interface. Nightmare dungeons have been added for players seeking a more challenging experience.
In summary, the article discusses various developments in the Web3 gaming industry and the growing presence of NFTs, covering game launches, NFT brand launches by celebrities, open beta registrations, platform changes in The Sandbox, and a major update for the game Big Time.
PlayToEarnGames.com Newsletter 11: NFTs, RPGs & More!
This week in the Web3 game industry, significant developments took place as two top game releases, NFL Rivals and Champions Arena, transitioned from beta versions to full live releases on iOS and Android app stores. NFL Rivals, which already boasts a substantial fan base, achieved over 2 million downloads. Additionally, other games like Eternal Dragons, Everseed, and Rogue Nation introduced new updates. Alpha versions of Boss Fighters and Citizen Conflict were also unveiled, offering players passes and chests. In the realm of beta testing, Tearing Spaces underwent substantial improvements, including new game modes, an updated leaderboard, and in-game content.
The most notable highlights include:
NFL Rivals Launch with NFTs on iOS and Android:
NFL Rivals, a licensed NFL game, made its official debut on iOS and Android platforms, integrating NFT functionality for the first time. This innovation allows players to manage and own their dream NFL teams via a Web3 platform. The game leverages Google’s new blockchain policy for in-app NFT purchases. Players can obtain NFT player cards through in-game progression and purchases, significantly enhancing the gameplay experience.
Gala Games Launches Champions Arena:
Gala Games, a prominent Web3 game developer, released Champions Arena, a turn-based RPG card battler, on mobile app stores. The game, now out of beta, features a campaign mode, a diverse roster of characters, and competitive battles. The inclusion of NFTs through “Champion Boxes” ensured inclusivity for both collectors and non-NFT players.
Eternal Dragons Update:
Eternal Dragons continued its commitment to enhancing player experiences by introducing a proof of concept version of the PvE mode. This update enriched the game’s PvE elements, offering players a more immersive journey through the Eternal Dragons Saga, complete with challenges, rewards, and a sense of accomplishment. The PvE mode’s ongoing development aims to provide Dragoneers with engaging content and memorable battles.
Tearing Spaces Beta:
Tearing Spaces entered its second beta phase with various improvements, including new game modes, expanded leaderboards, and the exciting feature of forging rare weapons. Players can earn tokens and NFT rewards through the play-to-earn system, even without topping the leaderboards. The beta season offers players the chance to explore new gameplay mechanics and earn rewards.
Citizen Conflict Alpha Phase 3:
In its third alpha phase, Citizen Conflict introduced a new map and Alpha Boxes containing limited-edition NFTs. These NFTs were obtainable through different means, such as completing daily quests and participating in gameplay. Alpha 3.0 also incorporated competitive elements, such as tournament pools for both individuals and teams.
These recent developments showcase the Web3 game industry’s ongoing evolution, combining blockchain technology, NFTs, and innovative gameplay features to create engaging and inclusive gaming experiences for players.
PlaytoEarnGames.com Newsletter 9
This week’s Web3 gaming industry updates cover a wide range of topics, including the ongoing legal battle between Apple and Epic, which has an effect on the tech and gaming industries as a whole. HyperPlay has improved its launcher by adding Web3 games and cryptocurrency wallets. Copenhagen Fashion Week and “Drest” are examples of metaverse shifts because they mix the real and digital worlds of fashion. Elixir Games and Gala Games work together to reach more people. Voxie Tactics is adding an in-game NFT market, and Phantom Galaxies is putting out an open beta with some interesting features. Upland goes all the way to Tokyo, connecting the digital and cultural worlds. Legal battles, partnerships, and new ideas for the metaverse are all part of how web3 gaming is changing.
PlaytoEarnGames.com Newsletter 8
Another exciting week in the world of Web3 gaming has come to an end, with a slew of updates in the metaverse, blockchain gaming, and NFTs. nWay introduces “Wreck League,” a multiplayer fighting game that pits characters from the Bored Ape Yacht Club against one another. “Mojo Melee” has joined Amazon Prime Gaming, providing members with NFTs, exclusive skins, and champions. The British Museum enters The Sandbox metaverse by fusing centuries-old artifacts with NFTs. Immutable zkEVM is chosen by “The Medieval Empires” for MENA expansion. “Hunters On-Chain” introduces Season 0 with unique rewards, causing controversy due to its pay-to-win model. Web3 gaming’s boundary-pushing evolution continues to captivate players and enthusiasts amidst the excitement.
PlayToEarnGames.com Newsletter 7
Axie Infinity has collaborated with NFT collection CyberKongz to bring the Play & Kollect game to the Ronin network in the world of web3 gaming. McDonald’s has also made a significant move by entering the Sandbox Metaverse with “McNuggets Land,” a virtual experience commemorating the 40th anniversary of Chicken McNuggets. Qubit, a web3 wallet, aims to improve web3 player accessibility and onboarding. Star Atlas has shrunk but remains committed to releasing new features. MetalCore Alpha 3’s futuristic first-person shooter gives players the opportunity to win prizes. Finally, Ubunation rewards early supporters with NFT drops and special benefits. These developments demonstrate the growing interest in web3 gaming and its potential for novel experiences.
PlaytoEarnGames.com Newsletter 6
Solana shows off the GameShift API, which makes making games and adding NFT easier. Ubisoft and Cronos are working together to make new blockchain gaming options. Sui 8192, a puzzle game that made the number of transactions on the Sui blockchain go through the roof, shows how important it is to keep things simple. The Sandbox is open to user-made content, which lets people be as creative as they want. In the open beta of Tearing Spaces, you can go on epic play-to-earn adventures. Don’t miss the Skyborne Legacy free mint event, where you can get NFT items you can’t get anywhere else. LootRush has made an NFT rental market that is easy to use so that gamers can have the most fun. PlayToEarnGames.com will help you get better at games and show you what games will be like in the future.
PlayToEarnGames.com Newsletter 5
This week, there were big changes in the world of Web3 gaming. After Sega said no, Google Play’s decision to accept NFT games changed the game. Mighty Action Heroes gave early access, Deaddrop gave a sneak peek, and upcoming games like Cool Cats and Gas Hero got people excited. The beta season for the Machines Arena has started, and the public beta for Cradles has been announced. Google’s support for NFT games on its platform and the large number of new games show how important blockchain and NFTs are becoming in the gaming industry. Web3 gaming options keep getting better, which points to an exciting future in a world that is always changing.
PlaytoEarnGames.com Newsletter 4
Welcome to another PlaytoEarngames Newsletter where we bring you all the exciting news and updates over the weekend. This week we saw new in-game content updates in several popular web3 games like Gods Unchained, Splinternalnds, Ember Sword, Gala Games’ Spider Tanks. Earlier this week another blockchain game Apeiron makes it to the Epic Games Store reaching millions of audiences. Moreover, we have Legends of Crypto Game making a point in Web3 games, Eyeball Pool bring blockchain integration in mobile pool games, and Sam Barberie highlighting the importance of data in web3 game development. Let’s check out these updates one by one.
June 2023: Crypto and NFTs Gaming Highlights
June 2023: Blockchain, Crypto & NFTs redefine gaming as Web3 games gain momentum. Read all the highlights of game news that we published. Experience the transformative power of blockchain and NFTs in gaming as Web3 games surge forward in June 2023. From the highly anticipated debut of Yuga Labs’ HV-MTL Forge to the funding success of Mythical Games, the industry embraces the potential of NFT gameplay and ownership. Ubisoft enters the Web3 space with “Champions Tactics,” while Zynga and amfAR explore Web3 gaming. Play-to-earn games and the integration of cryptocurrencies in gaming ecosystems gain popularity. Warner Music and The Sandbox revolutionize blockchain integration, while insights from industry leaders shape the future of immersive gaming experiences. Embrace the evolving world of Web3 gaming and its limitless possibilities.
PlaytoEarnGames.com Newsletter 3
Discover the latest updates in web3 gaming from Mythical Games, Ubisoft, Sparkadia, My Pet Hooligan, Heroes of Mavia, Yuga Labs, and more. Exciting releases and news in the world of blockchain gaming. Stay informed and continue to read our newsletter. The world of Web3 gaming is changing in big ways every day of the week. This week, there were a lot of new releases, seasons, play sessions, playtests, alphas, and betas, which gave the game a strong boost. Illuvium, Synergy of Serra, My Neighbour Alice, My Pet Hooligan, Rogue Nation, Sparkadia, Heroes of Mavia, Fableborne, and Phantom Galaxies are some of the Web3 games in this group. But the biggest news was that Ubisoft’s first Web3 blockchain game, Champions Tactics: Grimoria Chronicles, would be coming out soon. Yuga Labs HV-MTL Forge season zero is another big one we will talk about. Also, the huge success of NFL Rivals, which had over 1 million downloads, led to a new round of funding for Mythical Games.
PlayToEarnGames.com Newsletter 2
This week Immutable Gods trailblazing TCG NFT game Gods Unchained stole the limelight. The web3 game made it to the Epic Games Store reaching millions of players with the potential to increase its user base. This revolutionizing step bridging Web2 and Web3 games was the top news of the week. Furthermore, we have a new game from Yuga Labs HV-MTL Forge, My Neighbor Alice entering into Season 3, and a new social gaming platform Super Snappy making headlines. Additionally, we have new AI NPCs in Alterverse, Synergy of Serra Open Alpha, and Arc8 adding League Play and Battle Pass.
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Web3 Gaming Newsletter: The Weeknd, Binance, NFL Rivals, and Blast Royale Redefine Gaming Experiences!
Welcome to the first edition of the PlayToEarnGames.com newsletter, where we’ll tell you about all the latest news in the web3 gaming industry. We have many different kinds of events, like playtests, early access, esports tournaments where you can play and earn money, and more. There is a public playtest of Synergy Land, and anyone can join. Gods Unchained is going mobile, and the Clash of Dragons: Hamburg tournament has been announced by Eternal Dragons. You can also try Life Beyond Solo Combat and get early access to Ascension. A million people have also downloaded NFL Rivals, and The Weeknd and Binance are working together in an exciting way. How about we talk about the details?
Eternal Paradox Playtest, Sorare Compliance, Sky City Beta testing
Explore the latest developments in web3 gaming, from Sorare’s alternative entry method to Eternal Paradox playtest, Sky City beta, and more. So, this week, when Eternal Paradox asked the Gala Games community to take part in its second playtest, everyone was amazed. We also saw Mino Games put out an RPG called Dimensionals. Also happening are the launch of Worlds Beyond’s alpha game, Sky City’s closed beta testing, and Alien World giving its players a new way to play Minecraft in 3D. In addition, Binance and Coinbase were sued by the SEC in the United States, which was news for the web3 industry. On the other hand, we have news from France, where both the government and the game publisher Sorare have taken steps toward following the rules. Stay tuned, because we’ll talk about these changes in depth.
Web3 Gaming News: NFT Collectibles and Virtual Worlds Thrive with New Releases
Evolution of web3 gaming continues with EV.io, Assassin’s Creed’s digital souls NFTs, Mobox’s MoDragons, Vulcan Forged, updates on metaverses. With another busy and fun week, Web3 gaming keeps getting better and better. With the latest addition of official Assassin’s Creed digital collectibles, more and more big names from Web2 are joining Web3. Others are also slowly looking into the possibility of web3 technology, and the co-founder of Sandbox is still optimistic about the metaverse. This week, EV.io also gave its players millions of BONK tokens. Nemesis has started giving out NFTs for land sales, Eternal Dragons has added leaderboards for both PvP and PvE, and Mobox is now cross-chain with MoDragons.