Games, Tokens, Web3

Led by veteran AAA developers, Web3 studio Triumph Games is set to launch token and a new free-to-play title, aiming to bridge the gap between traditional and crypto gaming.

For years, Web3 gaming has felt just out of reach for the average player. The experience was often dominated by speculation, high barriers to entry and gameplay experiences that prioritized earning over entertainment.

This approach alienated the vast majority of the world’s gamers, who valued fun and immersion above all else. A true bridge between the accessibility of traditional gaming and the potential of Web3 ownership remained to be built.

The foundations of that bridge are being laid by Triumph Games, a Web3 game studio spearheaded by veteran game industry developers.

By combining the accessibility of free-to-play Web2 games with the ownership benefits of Web3 economies, the studio is creating a new model where player skill — not just spending — drives rewards. Triumph is approaching a pivotal moment with its upcoming token launch and new game releases.

The veterans enter the arena

Triumph’s strategy is rooted in a deep history of game development. The studio’s leadership includes veterans from acclaimed studios like Telltale Games UK, and old school PlayStation games Die Hard Trilogy and Alien Trilogy, with its founders having launched more than 30 games since 1998.

The gameplay-first philosophy is evident in the studio’s diverse portfolio of live and tested titles, which have collectively amassed approximately 400,000 downloads and sign-ups.

Flagship titles include:

  • BattleRise: A tactical fantasy RPG with deep strategic combat and a rich lore-driven world. The game is already live on mobile with over 60,000 downloads.

  • Legends of Elumia: A sprawling MMORPG that gives players full ownership of their in-game assets and characters. The game will relaunch as a free-to-play title on the Epic Games Store and Google Play Store to attract mainstream players.

  • ArmourX: A fast-paced open-world action RPG built on Unreal Engine 5 and designed for mobile-first audiences. The game has attracted 355,000 sign-ups for its upcoming closed beta.

NPCs with an attitude

A core part of Triumph’s strategy is to make the transition from Web2 to Web3 seamless. The studio uses tools like Immutable Passport, a wallet and authentication solution for gamers and ThirdWeb, a platform that simplifies Web3 development, to handle the complexities of blockchain in the background. This accessible approach allows traditional gamers to onboard and play without needing a wallet or prior crypto knowledge.

Triumph’s focus on bridging worlds extends to gameplay innovation. The studio is integrating its proprietary “Emotive AI” to push the boundaries of player interaction and create more dynamic game worlds.

The technology powers intelligent non-player characters (NPCs) with rich backstories and personalities. One example is a new AI shopkeeper added to BattleRise, which can be haggled with or convinced to part with rare items, moving beyond simple transactional interactions.

“We envision a future where the best games aren’t just played — but built — by communities,” says Pearl Nagy, founder and CEO of Triumph Games, adding, “Web3 is not the future of gaming — it’s the present, and we’re here to prove it”.

As Triumph prepares for its TRI token generation event on Sept. 4, Elumia’s free-to-play launch represents the ignition of an ecosystem that has been patiently built for years. By prioritizing fun and accessibility, studios like Triumph are laying a more sustainable and engaging path for the future of player-owned gaming.

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