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Latest Blockchain Game News

Discover the latest news on blockchain games, which leverage blockchain technology to create decentralized gaming experiences and offer true ownership of in-game assets.
Examples include CryptoKitties and Decentraland, where assets are represented as non-fungible tokens (NFTs) on the blockchain. Blockchain games are pioneering new forms of gameplay, economics and community interaction, fueling the growth of digital collectibles and virtual worlds within the crypto ecosystem.
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- RecapWith the Algoland campaign, Algorand is using gamified challenges to showcase what sets its blockchain apart, offering both newcomers and seasoned users a way to learn by doing and win along the way. 15539
- NewsA new Berachain governance proposal introduces a preconfirmation layer that would cut inclusion times to 200 milliseconds, making transactions feel nearly instantaneous. 5622
- NewsA new BGA report revealed that, unlike volatile play-to-earn tokens, stablecoins offer predictability, giving game studios a steadier path to long-term growth. 4058
- OpinionPlay-to-earn gaming’s collapse isn’t a crisis; it’s a necessary reset that will force developers to prioritize fun over financial extraction mechanics. 1944
- NewsBlockchain gaming has faced a challenging year for funding, according to DappRadar, but a Q3 uptick brings hope, while recent game releases could turn the tide. 3078
- SpotlightThis project’s DAO uses its treasury to directly fund new games and features created by the community. 23582
- RecapFrom Safebox self-custody to BTC vaults and beyond, Goat Network set out a clear case for why Bitcoin needs Bitcoin L2s to thrive. 24088
- RecapFrom tactical RPGs to MMORPGs, Triumph Games is shaping Web3 titles where players own, create, and evolve the worlds they play in. 12603
- NewsPokémon trading cards could be the next big thing in real-world asset tokenization, with trading moving onchain after decades of physical meetups and shipments. 6501
- NewsThe Sandbox co-founders, Arthur Madrid and Sebastien Borget, have transitioned to new strategic roles amid an ongoing business optimization, Borget told Cointelegraph. 8046
- NewsThe PSG1 comes with gaming-ready specs, a built-in crypto wallet and fingerprint security, marking Solana’s latest push into consumer hardware and Web3 gaming. 8726
- NewsEthereum gaming network Xai claims Elon Musk’s AI firm xAI has caused market confusion and reputational harm. 27672
- NewsThe Ronin team said that a more performant blockchain and Ethereum’s Wall Street appeal drove the decision to return to the ecosystem. 18829
- NewsWeb3 gaming funding steamed back as daily unique active wallets rose 2% to 4.9 million in July, in signs of a maturing industry. 4673