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Web3 Gaming Recap: $20M Funding Secured by The Sandbox, Forthcoming Game Launches of Illuvium and Pixelmon.

Embark on your Web3 gaming adventure this week (June 3rd - June 9th)!

No worries if you're super busy and can't keep up with all the news. ChainPlay's Newsletter has you covered! We'll break down the coolest stuff happening in Web3 games, so everyone can get in on the fun.

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Table of Contents

  • Top 10 Upcoming NFT Games

  • Latest VC Deal Flow In Early June 2024

  • Top 10 Weekly Gainers

  • Upcoming Gamefi IDOs

  • Weekly's Top Web3 Games News Hot Stories

    Illuvium's Big Day: July 25th Launch with New Features and Rewards

    Pixelmon Forthcoming Game Launch

    BloodLoop Unveils $BLS Token Launch

Top 10 Upcoming NFT Games

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Latest VC Deal Flow In Early June 2024

  • The Sandbox, a user-generated content metaverse platform, secured $20 million in convertible debt at a $1 billion valuation, led by Kingsway Capital and Animoca Brands, with participation from LG Tech Ventures and True Global Ventures.

  • XOCIETY, a gaming metaverse combining science fiction and fantasy into an MMORPG and third-person shooter, secured $7.5 million in Pre-series A funding. The funding was led by Hashed and SUI.

  • TRALA, a GameFi platform on zkSync, has successfully secured $5 million in funding. This Web3 gaming platform attracted investment from prominent backers, including Matter Labs (zkSync), Animoca Brands, Gate.io, and 14 other global investors.

  • Supervillain Labs, a Web3 game studio focused on socially interactive games ranging from hyper-casual to MMORPGs, has successfully closed a $4.5 million seed round. The investment was co-led by Aptos Labs and Neowiz's Intella X, with additional participation from Spartan Group, KIP-CRIT Interactive Contents Fund, Presto Labs, and Planetarium Labs.

Top 10 Weekly Gainers

Upcoming Gamefi IDOs

Game

Date

Raising

Launchpad

Petoshi

11 Jun to

12 Jun 2024

$100K

GameFi

Cryptopia 

11 Jun to

12 Jun 2024

$225K

TrustSwap

Battle Derby

25 Jun to

26 Jun 2024

$150K

Gamestarter

Flappy Base

28 Jun to

30 Jun 2024

$50K

N/A

Weekly's Top Web3 Games News Hot Stories

Illuvium's Big Day: July 25th Launch with New Features and Rewards

Illuvium has revealed the official launch date for its much-anticipated blockchain game. The game is set to go live on July 25th, promising an immersive experience for all players. This announcement follows a series of successful play-to-airdrop campaigns, starting with Private Beta 4 on April 30th and continuing with the open beta test net, which began on May 28th.

The development team has decided to delay the release slightly to add several new features. One of the highlights is the Arena mode, which will introduce Gauntlet Mode and a new weapons system. Overworld mode will bring in combat, NPC interactions, economy adjustments, character customization, and a revamped Forge user experience. Zero mode will see new missions and support for iOS/Play Store, and PC/Mac, complete with a mobile-friendly interface. Read more here!

Pixelmon Forthcoming Game Launch

Pixelmon, the renowned gaming entity, is gearing up for the much-anticipated release of Monster Tycoon in early Q3 of 2024. Alongside this exciting venture, Pixelmon is set to unveil various other engaging projects and even an anime series, aiming to captivate audiences far and wide. Read here!

BloodLoop Unveils $BLS Token Launch

BloodLoop, the exciting 5v5 Hero Shooter game, is gearing up to launch its $BLS token on June 10th. This release marks a significant milestone for the game, combining thrilling gameplay with blockchain technology to offer players a unique gaming experience.

With the $BLS token release, players can expect various new features to enhance their gaming journey. Among these are $BLS Sinks and SocialFi Staking, which are introducing innovative mechanics to BloodLoop's economy. By staking tokens, players unlock rewards and contribute to the dynamic ecosystem of the game. Find more details here!

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