Exploring Blockchain Gaming: Recap of 2023 and Sneak Peek into 2024
Published: 2024-01-18 04:38:43

<img src="https://statichk.footprint.network/article/8843ac75-116f-4806-b9b7-779fb7136f8d.jpeg"><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;" data-raw-html="span">Author: </span><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/lesley8964/"><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#1155cc;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:underline;-webkit-text-decoration-skip:none;text-decoration-skip-ink:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;" data-raw-html="span">lesley@footprint.network</span></a>
<span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;" data-raw-html="span">Data Source: </span><a href="https://www.footprint.network/@Lesley/Blockchain-Game-Annual-Report?date-86365=2023-12-31&amp;amp;channel=EN-538"><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#1155cc;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:underline;-webkit-text-decoration-skip:none;text-decoration-skip-ink:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;" data-raw-html="span">Blockchain Game Annual Report of 2023</span></a>

<h3><span style="font-size:13.999999999999998pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#434343;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;" data-raw-html="span">Key Takeaways</span></h3><ul><li><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;" data-raw-html="span">The game marketcap experienced a more subdued upward trend compared to BTC throughout the year, with a noticeable uptick towards the end of the year.</span></li><li><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;" data-raw-html="span">In 2023, only 6% of the total games in 2023 had more than 1,000 active wallet on the blockchain, down from 10% in 2022. </span></li><li><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;" data-raw-html="span">In 2023, total volume of blockchain games declined from the 2022 peak, but transaction data indicates stability. </span></li><li><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;" data-raw-html="span">In 2023, game quality is improving and AI is changing the industry. Layer 2 blockchains are evolving but enduring blockchains like Binance still take the lead.</span></li><li><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;" data-raw-html="span">Market is anticipating top-tier crypto games in 2024, and GambleFi may rise but still face regulatory pressure.</span></li><li><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;" data-raw-html="span">Crypto gaming based on platform such as Telegram or X(Formerly Twitter) is a new trend.</span></li></ul>

<span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;" data-raw-html="span">Blockchain games are considered an important catalyst for the widespread adoption of Web3 technology. Unlike other complex domains, the concept of in-game currencies and game items in traditional games existed long before the emergence of cryptocurrencies in blockchain. This makes blockchain games a more accessible entry point for the general public.</span>

<span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;" data-raw-html="span">The blockchain game market has experienced a significant decline of 83.8% in annual trading volume (from $20 billion to $3.2 billion) compared to 2022. However, game developers are actively working in anticipation of the upcoming bull market by working on security, scalability and throughput of games and their infrastructure. Developers in this industry have been actively seeking measures to involve more people in the field, including initiating collaborations with and learning from traditional game giants to improve game quality.</span>

<span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;" data-raw-html="span">As per </span><a href="https://a16zcrypto.com/posts/article/a-few-of-the-things-were-excited-about-in-crypto-2024/#section%20--3"><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#1155cc;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:underline;-webkit-text-decoration-skip:none;text-decoration-skip-ink:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;" data-raw-html="span">a16z’s 2024 outlook</span></a><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;" data-raw-html="span">, the blockchain gaming industry is evolving from a play-to-earn model to a play-and-earn ecosystem by re-emphasizing the importance of playability, which is the essence of gaming.</span>

<span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;" data-raw-html="span">Moreover, artificial intelligence is revolutionizing various fields, including blockchain gaming, by increasing productivity and unlocking new gaming possibilities. </span>

<span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;" data-raw-html="span">With these significant developments, we expect blockchain gaming to grow exponentially in the coming years. Our report analyzes the performance data of blockchain gaming in 2023 and discusses potential trends for 2024, providing a valuable reference for the market.</span>

<h3><span style="font-size:13.999999999999998pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#434343;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;" data-raw-html="span">Game Data for 2023: Volume Declined, but Transactions Remain Stable</span></h3><img src="https://statichk.footprint.network/article/d3e027b6-0dd1-4945-a587-d22c091f7d97.png"><em><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;" data-raw-html="span">Blockchain Game Market Size</span></em>

<span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;" data-raw-html="span">In 2023, Bitcoin (BTC) gradually recovered from the crash in 2022, witnessing a notable increase in its market capitalization, jumping 159% from $319.97 billion to $828.35 billion. Conversely, the game marketcap experienced a more subdued upward trend compared to BTC throughout the year, with a noticeable uptick towards the end of the year.</span>
<img src="https://statichk.footprint.network/article/88d364eb-d4cc-4f52-a8b2-1b2eb012f7aa.png"><em><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;" data-raw-html="span">Yearly Active Games</span></em>

<span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;" data-raw-html="span">While the number of games continues to grow, user engagement has dropped significantly. In 2023, the number of games on the market jumped from 2,070 to 2,780. However, only 6% of the total games in 2023 had more than 1,000 active wallet on the blockchain, down from 10% in 2022. This suggests that blockchain games have been unable to attract users, with the quality of blockchain games declining compared to the previous year.</span>
<img src="https://statichk.footprint.network/article/f1c0b09a-db4b-4921-9564-16055548e0e9.png"><em><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;" data-raw-html="span">Transaction & Volume</span></em>

<span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;" data-raw-html="span">Key industry players are optimizing their architecture, reflecting confidence that the current downturn is temporary. </span>
<span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;" data-raw-html="span">In 2023, total volume declined from the 2022 peak, but transaction data indicates stability. This trend underscores the industry's commitment to improving the infrastructure for seamless on-chain operations and improving the user experience. For example, SUI successfully fixed concerns about blockchain throughput by efforts such as SUI 8192, with daily transactions reaching 20 million in July 2023. </span>

<span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;" data-raw-html="span">We can see that the industry is strategically positioning itself to capitalize on the positive shift in sentiment when it finally occurs.</span>

<h3><span style="font-size:13.999999999999998pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#434343;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;" data-raw-html="span">Highlights of 2023: Games and Blockchains Improving, But On-chain Data Lags</span></h3><h4><span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#666666;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;" data-raw-html="span">Game Quality is Improving and AI is Changing the Industry</span></h4><ul><li><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;" data-raw-html="span">Play-to-earn is evolving into play-and-earn.</span></li><li><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;" data-raw-html="span">Web2 studios increasingly embracing Web3 technologies.</span></li><li><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;" data-raw-html="span">The integration of AI underscores its importance.</span></li></ul>

<span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;" data-raw-html="span">According to Footprint Analytics, Web3 games had fewer active players in 2023 than in 2022. However,  the overall progress continued with the trend of mass adoption and improving user experience. The industry is moving away from a specific focus on crypto-native players.</span>
<img src="https://statichk.footprint.network/article/cc7445bf-3525-4fe5-be73-0b33caba241a.png"><em><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;" data-raw-html="span">The rate of change of the currency price between two times</span></em>

<span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;" data-raw-html="span">In anticipation of the coming of the bull market, people in the game industry never stopped development. In 2023, four tokens experienced a remarkable increase of over 500%. The top performer was Nakamoto Games, a Web3 gaming hub with more than 200 live games, and its token jumped an impressive 1931.55%.</span>

<span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;" data-raw-html="span">Other games with token growth in excess of 500% include HYTOPIA, Fabwelt and Merit Circle, which are major gaming platforms, underscoring the viability of projects with robust ecosystems even in challenging market conditions.</span>
<span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;" data-raw-html="span">An obvious trend in 2023 is that play to earn will become play and earn. It is mainly represented by Web2 companies paying more attention and putting more resources into the blockchain game, using capital and experience to make this new field full of vitality.</span>

<span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;" data-raw-html="span">There are already successful examples of Web2 companies thriving in the Web3 space. One such example is HYTOPIA, which has seen its token increase by an impressive 1086.75% this year. HYTOPIA has its origins in Mojang Studios' 2009 sandbox game Minecraft.  </span>

<span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;" data-raw-html="span">Moreover, the renowned AAA game Illuvium has collaborated with numerous mainstream entertainment companies from Web2. We can see the growing interest of Web2 studios to enter the blockchain arena, even traditional gaming giants like Ubisoft and Square Enix are exploring this space.</span>

<span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;" data-raw-html="span">In 2024, the integration of AI into gaming will become increasingly apparent. AI is disrupting traditional productivity models, enabling small teams to efficiently create high-quality games. Moreover, it has the potential to improve responsiveness to player needs, enabling rapid adjustments to game balance and mechanics by analyzing player data and feedback. </span>

<span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;" data-raw-html="span">At this early stage, however, the full extent of AI’s impact remains elusive and awaits further exploration by industry builders.</span>

<h4><span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#666666;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;" data-raw-html="span">Layer 2 Blockchains are Evolving but </span><span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:Roboto,sans-serif;color:#374151;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;" data-raw-html="span">Enduring Blockchains like Binance still Take the Lead</span></h4><ul><li><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;" data-raw-html="span">Layer 2 blockchains made notable technical advancements, capturing market attention.</span></li><li><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;" data-raw-html="span">Enduring blockchains, including Binance, Polygon and Ethereum, still dominate the market, with over 80% of the game count.</span></li></ul>

<span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;" data-raw-html="span">2023 has proven to be a significant year for Layer2 blockchains, marked by the rise of notable projects. </span>
<span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;" data-raw-html="span">In July, SUI demonstrated impressive metrics and proved the power of the Layer2 blockchain. In August, Base made waves with friend.tech, combining social interactions with an entertainment ecosystem. Ronin also gained momentum in November, largely due to its association with Axie Infinity and the launch of Pixels.</span>
<img src="https://statichk.footprint.network/article/de87f2b0-e00c-4caa-bfcc-08b96d37e541.png"><em><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;" data-raw-html="span">Layer2 Overview</span></em>

<span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;" data-raw-html="span">In 2023, rollup technology evolved rapidly, with Arbitrum and Optimism together accounting for an impressive 83% of total value locked (TVL) in Layer 2 as of December 31. Despite this, Layer 2 blockchains designed for gaming are still working to establish a prominent market share. While Optimistic rollups are preferred for DeFi due to their user-friendly nature.</span>
<img src="https://statichk.footprint.network/article/4976a43b-c58e-4c47-aeaa-3ed68381641b.png"><em><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;" data-raw-html="span">Active Games by Chain in 2023</span></em>

<span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;" data-raw-html="span">Through analysis, we found that major blockchains like BNB chain, Polygon, Ethereum still comprise 80% of all active games, dominating the current market.</span>

<h4><span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#666666;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;" data-raw-html="span">Funding and Investment in 2023</span></h4><img src="https://statichk.footprint.network/article/229fb261-7d3f-42db-8e01-d0ac2c83558c.png"><em><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;" data-raw-html="span">Top Gaming Projects Funding Rounds by Amount Raised in 2023</span></em>

<span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;" data-raw-html="span">In 2023, the gaming industry experienced a slowdown in investment, influenced by both FTX and regulatory factors. There were a total of 131 funding deals in 2023, amounting to $983.9 million, a significant decline from the impressive $2.6 billion of the previous year. This decline indicates a more cautious approach by investors.</span>
<img src="https://statichk.footprint.network/article/0e21df21-a7bc-4f06-8dde-d12b1db6e1d0.png"><em><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;" data-raw-html="span">Yearly Gaming Funding Amount</span></em>

<span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;" data-raw-html="span">The industry's top event was from Nexon, a giant in the gaming industry with a current valuation of $27 billion, who invested $100 million in the expansion of its Web3 intellectual property, MapleStory Universe for its operation. </span>

<h3><span style="font-size:13.999999999999998pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#434343;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;" data-raw-html="span">Prospect in 2024: Surge in Top Games and User Migration from Web2 Platforms</span></h3><ul><li><span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#666666;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;" data-raw-html="span">Market is anticipating top-tier crypto games</span></li></ul>

<span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;" data-raw-html="span">The blockchain gaming industry is eagerly awaiting the potential arrival of high-quality games, such as AAA games. </span>
<span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;" data-raw-html="span">Many games should have made significant progress since the funding surge in 2022, as game‘s’ development cycles are typically over 2 years. </span>

<span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;" data-raw-html="span">The established influence of Web2 giants is positioned to have a significant impact on the blockchain gaming sector as they enter the Web3 space during the upcoming bull market. Game studios with experience creating Web2 games can leverage their expertise to create fun gameplay mechanics for the Web3 game industry, while the integration of blockchain technology promises to increase the transparency, security and opportunities associated with in-game assets and economies.</span><ul><li><span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#666666;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;" data-raw-html="span">GambleFi may rise but still face regulatory pressure</span></li></ul>

<img src="https://statichk.footprint.network/article/13276a44-720d-4d2d-b664-d17f9d1df8b9.png"><em><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;" data-raw-html="span">Rollbit</span></em>
<span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;" data-raw-html="span">As the presidential election year unfolds and the sports betting industry continues to evolve, platforms like Rollbit will make significant strides. It was reported that its revenue reached approximately $300 million within a year. The approach of using on-chain destruction to track revenue has attracted attention, although the accuracy of this method remains uncertain.</span>

<span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;" data-raw-html="span">Despite facing regulatory challenges, GambleFi has become one of the highest-grossing applications in the crypto space, demonstrating the immense potential of blockchain-based gaming and betting platforms.</span><ul><li><span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#666666;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;" data-raw-html="span">Crypto gaming based on platform such as Telegram or X(Formerly Twitter) is a new trend</span></li></ul>

<img src="https://statichk.footprint.network/article/9b192279-8adc-49c2-beb3-48fcad3b8a15.png"><em><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;" data-raw-html="span">Animoca Brands</span></em>

<span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;" data-raw-html="span">As the crypto community seeks mass adoption, tapping into the vast user bases of Web2 platforms such as Telegram and Twitter has emerged as a smart approach. </span>

<span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;" data-raw-html="span">Animoca Brands' collaboration with The Open Network (TON) blockchain stands out as a significant example in this space. As the primary validator for TON, Animoca Brands is facilitating a transition for existing Web2 users into the realm of Web3 mini-applications. This partnership will not only increase user engagement, but also add significant use-case value to Web3 applications.</span>

<span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;" data-raw-html="span">As blockchain gaming continues to evolve, leveraging the strengths of established platforms and integrating them with the innovative capabilities of blockchain technology will play a critical role in driving adoption and shaping the future of the industry.</span>

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