Web3 Gaming Recap: Pudgy Penguins at Walmart Stores, NFL Rivals Unveils Spooky Halloween-Themed Program, Parallel's Beta Testing Introduces Card Replication & More

Welcome to the latest edition of ChainPlay's Newsletter, where we dive into the most exciting and innovative Web3 games of the week.

Reporting on Web3 Gaming industry trends, investments, growth, and more… You can find all of what you need in ChainPlay.gg 

Table of Contents

• Latest Web3 Games of the Week

• Web3 Games on OpBNB

• Latest VC Deal Flow of the Week

• Weekly’s Top 10 Gainers

• Weekly's Top Web3 Games News Hot Stories
  Pudgy Penguins' Bold Step: NFT Toys Hit 2,000 Walmart Stores
  NFL Rivals Unveils Spooky Halloween-Themed Program: Monster Smash
  The Sandbox Launches First-Ever Captain Tsubasa NFT Collection
  Parallel's Beta Testing Introduces Card Replication for an Evolving Player-Run Economy
  Big Time Preseason Launch: Exciting Updates Await
  Microsoft Leak Reveals Crypto Integration Plans for Xbox
  Gala Games Unveils Legacy: The Ultimate Business NFT Game
  StarGarden Web3 Game Faces Uncertain Future Amidst Financial Struggles

• Additional Web3 Games Highlights

• Web3 Gaming Guide

• Upcoming Free Gaming Mint

Reporting on Web3 gaming industry trends, investments, growth, and more…

Latest Web3 Games of the Week

What's in the next wave of Web3 Games? 🤔 

72.5% of leading gaming corporations have participated in the Web3 Gaming sector.
CoinGecko just published a study showing the increasing involvement of gaming companies in the Web3 sector.
By September 19, 2023, the data shows a significant increase, with 72.5% of the top 40 gaming companies based on market capitalization, having adopted and developed Web3 technology.
However, only 24.1% of these companies are actively focusing on developing and building blockchain game products.

This week, we're thrilled to bring you a selection of games that showcase the potential of blockchain technology and decentralized gaming.

Let's jump right in! Click here

Web3 Games on OpBNB

Latest VC Deal Flow

• Spectarium, a Helsinki-based game startup, has secured $5 million in seed funding, led by Bitkraft. The company is working on a cross-platform RPG called Myths, set to soft launch in 2024

• Galactic War, a P2E game, has received $6 million in funding from KaJ Labs, a non-profit blockchain and AI research company

• BulletChain, a web3 combat game, raised $2M in a private sale funded by Asian gamers. The game, available on Android and iOS

• A16z is expanding its footprint in the gaming and AI space, announcing that it led a $15 million Series A raise for gaming startup Pahdo Labs

• Indian gaming giant Nazara Technologies has raised $49.2 million to invest in sports media companies, esports, and blockchain gaming

• Proof of Play Raises $33 Million to Pave the Way for Fully On-Chain Games

• GAM3S.GG Unveils Thrilling Rebrand and Secures $2M in Successful Seed Round Funding!

• GamePhilos, has raised $8M for their upcoming title Age Of Dino.
  The round was led by Xterio, Chain Hill Capital, Animoca Ventures, and SevenX Venture, with Hashkey, Sanctor, Game7, Bas1s, GSR, and GSG participation.

• Animoca Brands raises US$20M for its Mocaverse project

• Mythic Protocol Raises $6.5 million Seed Round Amidst Bear Market to Build the World First: Collaborative Entertainment

Weekly’s Top 10 Gainers

Weekly's Top Web3 Games News Hot Stories

Pudgy Penguins' Bold Step: NFT Toys Hit 2,000 Walmart Stores

Non-fungible tokens (NFTs) have faced criticism and skepticism due to plummeting prices in popular collections. However, some NFT projects are finding innovative ways to bridge the gap between the digital and physical worlds. Pudgy Penguins, a renowned NFT collection, is taking a bold step by introducing its "Pudgy Toys" collection in 2,000 Walmart stores across the United States. This move aims to tap into a broader audience beyond the confines of the digital marketplace. Read more

NFL Rivals Unveils Spooky Halloween-Themed Program: Monster Smash

Mythical Games is set to cast a spooky spell over NFL Rivals with the launch of the highly anticipated Halloween-themed program, Monster Smash, scheduled for Thursday, September 28th. Read it here

The Sandbox Launches First-Ever Captain Tsubasa NFT Collection

The Sandbox, the Ethereum-based user-generated gaming platform, is making waves in the NFT world with a groundbreaking announcement.

The platform has unveiled its first-ever NFT collection inspired by the beloved manga and anime series, Captain Tsubasa. This highly anticipated collection is set to take fans on an immersive journey into the world of football, anime, and blockchain. See it here 

Parallel's Beta Testing Introduces Card Replication for an Evolving Player-Run Economy

Parallel, the innovative sci-fi-themed Trading Card Game (TCG), has unveiled a groundbreaking feature during its beta testing phase. Players can now replicate their cherished cards, creating Echo versions that not only empower the community but also foster a player-run economy. In this article, we delve into the details of this exciting development, discussing how Replication works, its cost implications, and the broader impact on the gaming experience. Read now

Big Time Preseason Launch: Exciting Updates Await

Big Time, the giant-sword fantasy MMORPG is gearing up for its highly anticipated preseason launch. In this upcoming phase, players can expect a slew of new features that promise to elevate their gaming experience. From thrilling adventures to crafting opportunities, Big Time is set to take its MMO to the next level. See here

Microsoft Leak Reveals Crypto Integration Plans for Xbox

In what is being hailed as the largest leak in Xbox history, documents have surfaced, shedding light on Microsoft's bold move into the world of cryptocurrencies.

The tech giant, known for its innovative strides, is reportedly planning to integrate cryptocurrency wallets into its Xbox gaming console, signaling a major step toward the convergence of gaming and blockchain technology. Get to know about it here

Gala Games Unveils Legacy: The Ultimate Business NFT Game

Gala Games has introduced a new NFT game called Legacy, which stands out as a business simulation game. In Legacy, players can build, manage, and expand their virtual empires, focusing on entrepreneurship and limitless creativity. They have the freedom to customize every aspect of their businesses and interact with other players, forging alliances, trading, and competing for success. Read here

StarGarden Web3 Game Faces Uncertain Future Amidst Financial Struggles

StarGarden has temporarily paused its development and laid off part of its team due to financial difficulties. Despite these setbacks, the remaining team members are committed to the project and plan to release mini-games on Unreal Engine's Fortnite Platform to engage the gaming community. StarGarden's NFTs play a crucial role in the game's ecosystem, representing tribes and fostering player cooperation. Read about it here

Additional Web3 Games Highlights

• Genopets App Update V0.8.1

• Design Your Own Boss Skin with Boss Fighters' Create and Earn Contest

• Gods Unchained Season Two: Far Horizons Unveiled

• Synergy Land Early Access Playtest Announced

• Haunted Space Strengthens Genesis Pass NFT Rewards Program Amid Market Challenges

• Portal Unveiled: Fostering Unity Between Web3 and Mainstream Gaming

• Minecraft Server Forced to Remove Play-to-Earn Feature

• OpenSea Security Breach Exposes User API Key Vulnerability

• Upland's Unique Initiative: Playground NFTs to Support KABOOM

• South Korean Mobile Developer NHN Ventures into Blockchain Gaming

Web3 Gaming Guide

1. How to Play Star Atlas: A Beginner’s Guide For Gamers

   Star Atlas stands as a cutting-edge play-to-earn MMORPG rooted in the Solana blockchain. Transporting players to the year 2620, it harnesses the power of Unreal Engine 5 for its creation. The inaugural PC gameplay module is slated for release in 2022.

2. Alien Worlds represents an NFT-based metaverse game rooted in the WAX blockchain, offering cross-chain functionality that extends to platforms like Ethereum and BNB Smart Chain. In this meticulously crafted virtual realm, players engage in fierce competition for scarce resources, including coveted NFTs and in-game tokens.

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