The world of crypto gaming is constantly evolving, with new games, token airdrops, and market fluctuations shaping the landscape. Keeping up with all the latest developments can be overwhelming, but here at Decrypt’s GG, we’ve got you covered. Our weekly roundup brings you the top stories from the past week in the crypto gaming space, as well as some other interesting tidbits you may have missed.
Top Stories
Symbiogenesis on Soneium: Square Enix is taking its blockchain game Symbiogenesis to the next level by expanding to Soneium, Sony’s Ethereum layer-2 network. This move will connect Symbiogenesis with other Soneium games like Sleepagotchi and Evermoon, allowing players to earn NFT collectibles by completing quests. While not a direct collaboration between Square Enix and Sony, this partnership builds on their long history in the gaming industry.
Adidas and Xociety: Adidas is teaming up with the Swiss-based game Xociety to release limited edition NFT mystery boxes containing virtual Adidas-branded clothing and accessories for player avatars in the game. These boxes, priced at $129 each, offer different rarity tiers and include XCS tokens representing shares in Xociety. This collaboration marks Adidas’ continued foray into the blockchain space following their 2021 collaboration with the Bored Ape Yacht Club.
Coinbase sponsors League esports: Coinbase has secured an exclusive partnership with Riot Games’ League of Legends and Valorant global esports events, becoming the official crypto exchange and blockchain partner. This multi-year deal will feature broadcast integrations, viewer rewards, promotional trips, and plans to enhance fan experiences through Web3 technology. The partnership fills the gap left by Riot’s previous crypto sponsor FTX and promises exciting developments for esports fans.
ICYMI
- Sweat, a move-to-earn game, unveiled an AI agent and announced multi-chain expansion plans for its token.
- Over 1.4 million free MapleStory Universe NFTs have been minted on Avalanche via OpenSea.
- Pudgy Penguins game, Pengu Clash, has been launched in early access on Telegram.
- Nintendo denies using generative AI for Mario Kart World on Switch 2, dispelling speculation.
- Arbitrum Gaming Ventures announced $10 million in investments for Web3 games and infrastructure, including Wildcard and the Xai network.
These are just a few of the exciting developments happening in the crypto gaming space. Stay tuned for more updates and insights from Decrypt’s GG as we continue to track the latest trends and innovations in this rapidly evolving industry.