Weekly Digest

Jump into July with us and get up to speed with the latest headlines such as Ubisoft’s partnership with Oasys gaming blockchain, and Epic Games playing a crucial role in the distribution of Web3 games. Gala Games re-opens their Telegram channel to maintain an open dialogue whilst Axie Infinity runs community week to unite players around the world. Are we witnessing the resounding embrace of Web3 gaming, a revolutionary leap forward in the gaming industry?

Also in our weekly digest:

• Star Atlas terminates mini-game but announces immediate replacement

• Rogue Nations announces closed beta for its most loyal fans

• Gamestop and Elixir, a Web3 game launcher, move forward together

• Gala Games’ Spider Tanks offers players a 'Tiger' tank as an incentive

• VCs favor infrastructure plays with gaming investments taking a back seat

• Creepz NFTs by Revolving Games, a studio backed by Rockstar co-founder, launches on Immutable

• Crypto Games, NFT Games, Blockchain Games, there is a difference!

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Web3 Gaming News 🎮

• Epic Games launches the alpha version of 'My Pet Hooligan,' confirming their contribution and rising up as a major distribution platform for web3 gaming

• Oasys announces partnership with Ubisoft at the IVS Crypto 2023 event and goes on to reveal a new Web3 tactical RPG game Champions Tacticts: Grimoria Chronicles

• Gala Games reopens its Telegram channel, demonstrating dedication to maintaining open dialogue with its player base and resuming direct communication with the community

• GameStop and Elixir merge to create GameStop Playr, bridging traditional and blockchain gaming, highlighting retail's shift towards NFTs

• Faraway's Mini-Royale, the web-based FPS on Solana blockchain launches into Season 5, updates include a new clan wars format, new heroes, weapons, missions, and a new map editor

• Power Browser and ZKGames collaborate to improve Web3 gaming experience using ZK-Rollup and browser-based technology to offer diverse gaming options and endless entertainment

• Creepz NFT collection announces Immutable as its blockchain partner powering ‘Overload’ the game is being developed by Revolving Games which is backed by Rockstar Games co-founder Dan Houser

• Star Atlas’ mini-game Escape Velocity closes down, set up as a tech test and a way for players to gather game resources without owning a Mining Claim, it is to be replaced with a Mining Class Ship

• Spider Tanks offers players a unique 'Tiger' tank as an incentive for participation and competition in the multiplayer battle game.

• BTSE lists Rainbow Token (RBW), a gaming and NFT-focused token, allowing traders to explore the convergence of gaming, NFTs, and cryptocurrency

• dot.GAMING Studio launches Sailwars, a revolutionary NFT game in medieval naval warfare featuring strategic combat and simulation management

• Axie Infinity runs Community Week to unite players around the world allowing them to embrace their shared identity as Lunacians and foster camaraderie

• Genopets introduces crafting seasons and achievement systems to improve gameplay, engage players, and reward consistent activity.

• Rogue Nations announces closed beta for its most loyal fans, the mobile-first, top-down, action shooter game, has a closed beta available to anyone holding one of their Elemint NFTs

• Yuga Labs develops mech-based game HV MTL Forge, integrating NFTs and gaming for innovative asset management

• Rumble Racing, a blockchain-based competitive racing game, resembles Mario Kart, offering fair rewards and encouraging participation and competition

• Play to Earn Diary assesses crypto wallets for P2E gaming, offering a guide on features, security, compatibility, and user-friendliness for informed decision-making

• Roland Emmerich joins 'Space Nation' MMO game, showcasing entertainment-gaming convergence and delivering cinematic experiences

• Kyrxivia unveils native token $KRXV on PancakeSwap, integrating cryptocurrencies for in-game transactions and player rewards

• Golem Network and Reality NFT partner to drive innovation in NFT space, utilizing Golem Network's computing power to create dynamic NFTs

• Splinterlands introduces staking for its native SPS token, allowing players to earn extra rewards and incentivize user participation in the digital collectible trading card game

Web3 Gaming Trends 🚀

• Infrastructure projects dominate crypto venture capitalists' investment choices, surpassing NFTs and gaming, indicating growing investor interest in the industry's foundational aspects

• OneLand Metaverse Market Analysis shows that metaverse lands outperform non-land NFTs, with the aggregate land market cap decreasing by 8.46%

• Lacoste unveils tokenized ecosystem for NFT holders, showcasing gamified experience in the fashion industry, highlighting blockchain-based consumer engagement

Lacoste Does Blockchain And Fashion Differently

Lacoste's approach to Web3 differs from that of other luxury brands. Lacoste is aiming to bring thousands of users into its ecosystem through mass-appeal, gamified experiences. Other brands, have focused on using tokenized mechanisms to reward small, ultra-elite selection of top customers.

UNDW3, the newly launched gamified and tokenized ecosystem, is generating excitement among NFT holders. The innovative platform is specifically designed to reward users for their active involvement in various activities and community events. By completing quests, participating in contests, and engaging with fellow users, participants can accumulate points that contribute to the rarity of their NFTs. At the conclusion of each season, with this gamified twist, the top 200 most engaged users will be rewarded for their participation.

Currently, in its first season, UNDW3 consists of five captivating chapters and is scheduled to run until October, promising an engaging experience for NFT enthusiasts.

UNDW3 is a significant step forward for Lacoste in the Web3 space. It is the first major initiative from a luxury brand to offer a gamified, tokenized ecosystem for NFT holders. It will be interesting to see how UNDW3 is received by users and whether it sets a precedent for other luxury brands.

• Having a definitive Web3 gaming strategy is the foundation of future success, knowing your niche or the pool you want to play in is key

Crypto Games, NFT Games, Blockchain Games, what’s the difference?

Whether you’re an investor, gamer, builder, provider, or casual spectator it is crucial to understand the different Web3 gaming approaches. We’ve broken them down for you below:

• Crypto games are games that use cryptocurrencies as a reward system. Players can earn cryptocurrencies by playing the game, which they can then exchange for real-world money.

• NFT games are games that use non-fungible tokens (NFTs) as a reward system. NFTs are unique digital assets that can represent in-game items, such as characters, weapons, or land. Players can own, trade, and sell NFTs, which gives them more control over their in-game assets.

• Blockchain games are games that are built on a blockchain network. This means that the game's data is stored on a decentralized ledger, which makes it more secure and transparent. Blockchain games can also be more interoperable, meaning that players can move their in-game assets between different games.

Although Crypto games are often seen as more profitable, they can also be more volatile. NFT games offer more player ownership, but they can also be more complex. Blockchain games are more secure and transparent, but they can also be more expensive to develop.

Ultimately, depending on where you reside on the Web3 gaming spectrum the best type of game for you will depend on your individual preferences and circumstance.

Exploring the Metaverse 🛸

• Autonomous Worlds develops Web3 standard for virtual objects to travel across metaverse environments, creating interconnected virtual universes

• Oma3, a blockchain-based platform, enables users to travel between metaverse gaming worlds for a seamless, interconnected virtual gaming experience

• Upcoming ‘NFT Show Europe’ is to showcase industry leaders and brands in Web3 and is set to offer insights into metaverse and blockchain trends

• Intel, Dell, UK government test metaverse fusion energy system, enabling cost-effective, risk-free adjustments and improvements

• Roy Jones Jr. will create a virtual reality (VR) boxing in the metaverse, blending sports and VR for a new digital boxing experience

• ExoWorlds metaverse project acquires VeSea to enhance Launchpad and develop bridging, minting, and staking service

• Cut the Rope introduces a metaverse initiative, allowing users to create avatars and win exclusive 'Nom Money Bank' prizes, allowing new interactions with the game and characters.

• OMA3 unveils Inter-World Portal Project, enabling users to explore multiple metaverse virtual worlds, paving the way for blockchain gaming interconnectivity

• Morpheus Labs hosts a Web3 transformation event, promoting decentralization, data privacy, and user-centric digital ecosystems

• Byte City launches Bruce Lee-themed virtual real estate project in the metaverse, promoting martial arts, allowing buying, selling, and interaction

• WildBrain and House of Blueberry launch Teletubbies-inspired metaverse fashion collection with NFT designs

• Tamadoge Arcade offers 2D platformer and shooter games featuring Tamadoge Pets NFTs, showcasing their future metaverse appearance in an artistic island-like environment.

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