Crypto gaming has had a rollercoaster year, with some unexpected surprises and exciting developments along the way. As we approach 2025, let’s take a look back at seven games that have truly defined the crypto gaming landscape in the past year.
Notcoin
Notcoin, inspired by popular clicker games like Cookie Clicker, sparked the Telegram tap-to-earn trend and distributed billions of dollars worth of crypto to players. While many clones emerged in its wake, none matched the original’s impact, solidifying Notcoin’s place as a game changer in the industry.
Off the Grid
Voted as the 2024 game of the year by GG, Off the Grid offers a unique twist on battle royale shooters with cybernetic limbs and special abilities. Behind its engaging gameplay lies a blockchain infrastructure, hinting at upcoming token launches and tradable NFTs that will undoubtedly reshape the game’s narrative.
Pixels
Pixels, a social farming game that transitioned to the Ethereum gaming network Ronin, gained popularity with the launch of its PIXEL token, offering substantial rewards to early players. The game has continued to evolve and expand, introducing spinoff games and exciting enhancements to keep players engaged.
Hamster Kombat
Hamster Kombat took the gaming world by storm with its Telegram tap-to-earn gameplay, attracting a massive player base. While the game’s expansion into running a crypto exchange added depth, some players found the airdrop underwhelming, leaving anticipation for a promised second season.
Fantasy Top
Fantasy Top made waves on Crypto Twitter with its NFT fantasy sports game featuring real Twitter influencers on the Blast Ethereum layer-2 network. While initial excitement waned, recent funding injections have reignited interest in the game’s potential for a comeback.
Parallel
Parallel, last year’s top crypto game, continued to impress in 2024 with its open beta launch, Epic Games Store debut, and upcoming esports championship. Endorsed by F1 driver Fernando Alonso, Parallel remains a standout blockchain game with a growing player base.
Crypto: The Game
A unique multimedia experience inspired by "Survivor," Crypto: The Game blends real-world and online events with social maneuvering for an engaging gameplay experience. Acquired by Uniswap Labs, the upcoming third season promises to build on the success of its predecessors.
As we reflect on the past year in crypto gaming, these seven games have left a lasting impact on the industry, setting the stage for even more innovation and excitement in the years to come. Stay tuned as Decrypt’s GG continues to report on the latest developments in this rapidly evolving space.