The Crypto and NFT Gaming Space: This Week in Crypto Games
The crypto and NFT gaming space is currently bustling with activity. Prominent games are being released, token airdrops are happening frequently, and there’s always something new going on. It can be overwhelming to keep up with all the developments.
But don’t worry! Decrypt’s GG is here to help you stay informed. Introducing “This Week in Crypto Games,” our weekend roundup that brings you the biggest news from the past week, along with some interesting tidbits you might have missed. We’ll also highlight a few of our original stories from the week.
Biggest News
Portal Token Launches:
The highly anticipated PORTAL token was launched on Thursday after a successful airdrop farming campaign on Twitter. It quickly reached a market cap of over $500 million before stabilizing. Portal is a cross-chain gaming platform designed to connect games and networks, and it continues to generate significant hype.
Parallel Open Beta:
The NFT card game Parallel, which we named our 2023 game of the year, is now available for everyone to play. The open beta was launched on Thursday, offering players a complex gameplay experience with an appealing space opera theme and collectible NFT cards. This highly regarded game is now accessible to all crypto enthusiasts.
Dookey Dash Cash:
Last year’s viral crypto gaming sensation Dookey Dash is making a comeback without NFT gating. The free-to-play version called Dookey Dash: Unclogged will still offer substantial prizes, with a prize pool exceeding $1 million when the game launches later this month.
Gabriele “Orangie” Leyva, creator of Rug Radio, had the opportunity to try out an early version of Dookey Dash: Unclogged and shared a preview with Decrypt’s GG.
Ex-PlayStation Boss Joins READYgg:
Former PlayStation boss Shawn Layden has recently become an advisor for READYgg, a crypto gaming infrastructure startup. Layden is passionate about utilizing NFT technology for user-generated games and plans to leverage his connections and influence to encourage more game developers to embrace the crypto gaming space.
ICYMI (In Case You Missed It)
- The original Stormtrooper design from “Star Wars: A New Hope” will be featured in Solana gaming platform MixMob, with an interesting backstory behind the deal.
- The Arbitrum layer-3 gaming network Xai introduced staking rewards last week, which will be rolled out gradually.
- Crypto gaming startup Gala launched GalaSwap, its decentralized exchange (DEX), on its new layer-1 network. Traders can also earn rewards through trading.
- The Telegram game Notcoin will start purging mined coins from inactive game accounts in preparation for an upcoming token drop on The Open Network (TON).
GG Spotlight
Here are some of our original stories from this past week that we recommend checking out:
With “This Week in Crypto Games,” you’ll always stay up to date with the latest happenings in the crypto and NFT gaming space. Happy gaming!
Hot Take: Closing Thoughts on This Week’s Crypto Games
The crypto and NFT gaming space continues to thrive, offering exciting opportunities for gamers and investors alike. From the launch of highly anticipated tokens to the availability of popular games, there’s no shortage of action in this rapidly evolving industry.
As the crypto gaming landscape expands, it’s essential to stay informed about the latest developments and trends. Decrypt’s GG is here to provide you with valuable insights and updates through “This Week in Crypto Games.”
So, keep an eye on our weekend roundup to ensure you don’t miss any significant news or exciting stories from the world of crypto games. Stay engaged, explore new games, and enjoy the thrilling possibilities that await you in this dynamic space!
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