Author: Jeremy Ryan

French esports platform Coliseum has announced a $2 million fund to support blockchain-based gaming projects.Selected projects will gain access to Coliseum’s ecosystem, including a network of millions of gamers and expert guidance on marketing and scaling. The initiative aims to address key challenges faced by developers in the blockchain gaming space, such as limited funding, audience engagement, and promotional barriers.Applications for the fund are now open, targeting projects that demonstrate strong growth potential and align with the platform’s vision for the future of gaming. Source: ColiseumWhy is this investment significant to blockchain gaming?Blockchain gaming, despite its growth, continues to face…

Gunzilla Games, the creators of the cyberpunk battle royale Off The Grid (OTG), along with Delphi Ventures launches GUNZ Foundation, a nonprofit entity tasked with managing the $GUN token and the forthcoming GUNZ blockchain mainnet.The GUNZ Foundation aims to bridge the gap between traditional gaming and blockchain, ensuring that web3 elements enhance gameplay without creating barriers for players unfamiliar with cryptocurrency.Backed by Delphi Ventures’ expertise in blockchain ecosystems, the initiative promises to offer a seamless integration of tokenomics into the dynamic world of Off The Grid. Source: Gunzilla GamesWhat to expect from the GUNZ Foundation?The GUNZ Foundation has been established…

Shiba Inu has expanded its ecosystem with the launch of ‘SHIB: The Metaverse,’ now available in early access.This virtual environment invites users to explore, build, and connect within a blockchain-driven digital space. Powered by Shibarium, Shiba Inu’s custom blockchain, the platform offers over 100,000 land plots, with a portion unlocked for early use.Designed to be accessible to a broad audience, the metaverse is free to explore and available for Windows PC users. With this release, the project aims to provide new opportunities for user engagement, customization, and interaction within a decentralized framework. Source: SHIB: The MetaverseWhat is SHIB: The Metaverse?SHIB:…

In just a few years digital collectibles have gone from niche to mainstream, capturing the attention of gamers, investors and tech enthusiasts. Many have seen how NFTs have upended traditional gaming models, introducing new ways to earn, build communities and even co-create virtual worlds. As we head into 2025 several big trends will shape what’s being called the next era of NFT gaming. The following will look at what the industry will look like in 2025, focusing on sustainable play-to-earn (P2E) models, cross chain adoption, AI, brand partnerships, expanding metaverses, regulatory shifts and on-chain identities. Looking Ahead to NFT Gaming…

Web3 gaming is ready to make a big splash in early 2025. Many developers are working on titles that let players truly own their virtual assets, often with blockchain technology and NFTs running behind the scenes. This approach offers more flexibility and control than traditional gaming since players can buy, sell, or trade the items they collect. As everyone gears up for Web3 games Q1 2025, five upcoming releases look ready to show just how far this technology has come. The Growth of Web3 Gaming (2025 Outlook) Over the past few years, developers have been experimenting with new ways to…

An unknown Pudgy Penguins NFT collector has sold 5 of his NFTs – worth well over $500,000 USD – for just $35 USD each, yielding a loss of half a million dollars.Taking place in the early hours of December 31, reactions from the community initially suspected that the user had failed to double-check which currency was being used for the sale. Each NFT was listed for 35 USDC, whereas 35 ETH would have been a high price, but a much more realistic figure.Suspicion quickly arose when it was found that all five NFTs were snapped up by the same buyer.…

Nakamigos has officially stepped into the gaming world with the release of Rise of the Wolf, a prototype RPG now available for Windows PCs.Developed by HiFo Labs using the cutting-edge Unreal Engine 5, the game provides an early taste of the Nakamigos-CLOAKS universe. Whilst still in its prototype phase, the game offers immersive combat mechanics and visually striking environments tailored for high-end gaming systems.The game allows players to explore a condensed yet dynamic RPG experience and invites creators to integrate Nakamigos-CLOAKS characters into their own projects. Source: NakamigosWhat is Rise of the Wolf?Rise of the Wolf is an early prototype…

In October 2024, CEO Lado Okhotnikov announced the launch of a clicker game Crystal Kami in the Holiverse metaverse. The player’s task is to take care of a pet, solving puzzles and completing mini-games. As you complete tasks, the secrets of magic crystals are gradually revealed. Completing quick tasks brings additional bonuses, speeds up progress and promotes pet evolution. According to the legend, a distant star exploded, its fragments scattered across the universe, and two of them gave birth to two cute creatures — a smart cat and a loyal dog. One of them can become a player’s companion in…

2024 was a landmark year for the cryptocurrency industry — a year defined by resilience, growth, and unprecedented milestones. From Bitcoin reaching record highs to stablecoins cementing their role in global finance, the industry witnessed remarkable progress.  In this article, we’ll revisit the key moments and milestones of 2024, breaking them down through numbers that tell the story of a transformative year in crypto. Bitcoin in 2024: $108,000 ATH, Halving, and 94.8% Mined Bitcoin remained at the center of attention throughout 2024, driving market excitement and institutional adoption. With two major rallies, growing reserves in national treasuries, and groundbreaking ETF…

Black Ice Studios, the developer of the tactical FPS Ashes of Mankind: Citadels, has announced a collaboration with Intel Gaming to integrate XeSS 2, Intel’s next-generation upscaling technology.This partnership positions the game as one of the first to adopt XeSS 2, which aims to enhance performance and image quality for players using Intel Arc GPUs.In addition to technical integration, the collaboration includes exclusive in-game content and community events. The game’s closed beta is slated for early 2025, offering players a chance to experience its dystopian world and tactical gameplay. Source: Ashes of MankindWhat is Ashes of Mankind?Ashes of Mankind: Citadels…