Galactic Entertainment Publishing, led by industry veterans including Mark Meyers, former Head of Disney’s AAA Studios, has recently announced the formation of their new division dedicated to transforming the gaming landscape. Their first franchise under this new model is Planet Quest. The game challenges the traditional free-to-play system and offers players the opportunity to truly own their in-game assets. Shifting Away from Traditional Free-to-Play The prevailing free-to-play model has been under increasing scrutiny due to its high costs for publishers and developers and the pres ..read more

One of the latest developments from Binance is their introduction of a new token-launch platform called Binance Megadrop. This innovative platform offers a unique way for users to participate in the launch of new tokens and earn rewards through airdrops and Web3 quests.  What is Binance Megadrop? Binance Megadrop is a token-launch platform built on the foundation of Binance Launchpool, which allows users to directly participate in the launch of new tokens. This platform takes it a step further by introducing airdrops and Web3 quests as methods for earning rewards from ..read more

With the recent announcement of Sony and Microsoft’s plans to integrate blockchain into their consoles, it’s safe to say that we are on the brink of a major shift in the gaming landscape. In this piece, we will explore how NFTs integrated into Playstation and Xbox games will drive mainstream web3 gaming, and what it means for gamers. The Rise of Blockchain Gaming Before diving into the potential impact of NFT integration, let’s first understand the rise of blockchain gaming and why it has garnered so much attention.  Blockchain technology, most commonly ..read more

For its fourth annual conference, NFT.NYC hosted some notable events and speakers throughout the week. SquidGrow, a diverse Web3 ecosystem, including an NFT platform called Inkubate, left a big impression. SquidGrow’s founder Shibtoshi, an elusive billionaire known for making an extraordinary return on his SHIB investment, also made his first public appearance at NFT.NYC. The event at the DeCC was presented by SquidGrow in collaboration with Web3 allies Secret Network, Silentswap, Station3NYC, and Women in Blockchain. Although he just made his debut appearance, Shibtoshi is active within the s ..read more

Veyond Metaverse, a specialist in AI-driven Extended Reality (XR) healthcare technologies, has announced the integration of Apple Vision Pro into its XR 5D Digital Surgery platform. Through its Veyond Connect platform, it hopes to transform anatomy education and remote-assisted surgeries.  Addressing Global Cadaver Shortages with Digital Solutions The global pandemic has worsened the shortage of cadavers for medical training. In response, Veyond Metaverse has created a 5D anatomy platform that mimics traditional cadaver-based education. This platform allows for interactive and repeatable ..read more

Magic Eden, a leading NFT marketplace built on the Solana blockchain, broke new ground in March 2024 by recording its highest monthly trading volume to date at $756.5 million. According to the recently released CoinGecko Q1 2024 report, in the first quarter of 2024, the top 10 NFT marketplaces saw trading volumes reach $4.7 billion.  In the report, Magic Eden’s impressive March performance is attributed to launching its Diamond reward program and expanding into Ethereum-based NFTs through a partnership with Yuga Labs. These enhancements have boosted the platform’s trading volume, recordin ..read more

Sky Mavis announced that Ragnarok Online will debut on Ronin blockchain with the release of Ragnarok: Monster World, a MMORPG. This strategic game will combine tower defense and monster collection elements, offering players a new and immersive gaming experience. A Brief History of the Legendary Franchise For those unfamiliar with the franchise, Ragnarok Online has been around since 2002 and has gained a global following with over 167 million downloads to date. The series has proved to be a massive success, generating billions in revenue and achieving over 150 million downloads across PC and mo ..read more

Yuga Labs has recently sold two of its gaming intellectual properties (IPs), HV-MTL and Legends of the Mara, to Faraway, a well-known Web3 gaming studio. The aim of this strategic move by Yuga Labs is to focus its efforts on the development of its two major projects, Otherside and Dookey Dash. Faraway has a strong team of over 100 skilled professionals and is backed by key investors such as Lightspeed, Sequoia, and Andreessen Horowitz (a16z), is well-equipped to take these IPs to new heights. The acquisition marks a significant milestone for Faraway as it integrates these properties into its e ..read more

In the world of gaming, user engagement is crucial for success. With the rise of Web3 technology, gaming companies are constantly seeking new ways to attract and retain players. In line with this goal, two industry leaders, Forge and Xterio, have announced a collaboration to enhance user engagement through their combined offerings. Forge, a game rewards and engagement platform, has joined forces with Xterio, a flourishing Web3 gaming ecosystem. This partnership aims to merge Forge’s gaming services with Xterio’s extensive first- and third-party Web3 games library. Furthermore, the collaboratio ..read more

The anticipated transition from Alpha to Beta for My Neighbor Alice, the community-driven gaming platform, has finally arrived. This new phase comes with various strategic enhancements and key innovations that aim to elevate the player experience and strengthen community engagement. A Step Forward Towards Community-Driven Gaming The team behind My Neighbor Alice has been working towards creating a more immersive and engaging experience for its players. With the launch of Beta Season 1, their efforts are coming to fruition. One of the biggest additions in Beta Season 1 is the new emote and trad ..read more