Blockchain games have been around for more than 6 years now. The first blockchain game is called Kryptokitty. Where users buy a virtual cat, breed it, and sell it to other users. Users buy these virtual cats through an in-game currency with real-life value. These game tokens are exchangeable with other forms of cryptocurrencies and then later cash. After Kryptokitty, over 1550 blockchain games have been released; some are AAA titles.
Various famous game development companies such as Capcom, Ubisoft, and EA Games, are actively participating in this gaming revolution. Certain games, like Sorare, a popular football manager game had a global launch. To make the game more accessible to global audiences, they also partnered with a game translation company.Â
What are Blockchain Games?
Video games that utilize blockchain technology and include blockchain elements such as cryptocurrency and NFTS are known as blockchain/crypto games. These games also allow users to buy, trade, and sell NFT. Those who create the game take some fee from each transaction that occurs in their ecosystem. Blockchain games differ from regular games by providing users with cryptocurrencies and tradable NFT prizes for their gameplay. Unlike regular games, all users can trade these in-game rewards for money and other forms of currency. Many AAA blockchain games like Illuvuim, Decenterland, and more hire the best translation agency to help them globalize. Since these games heavily rely on their activity community sizes.
Many famous game developers are planning to take blockchain gaming to the next level soon. However, users are not fully convinced they like blockchain games yet. Many believe that the system is unsustainable and exploitative, and the quality of games is subpar. Plus recent hacks and frauds have further changed minds. At the same time, many believe that technology is inevitable.
How Does One Earn from These Games?
Though earning methods depend on the blockchain game in question. However, there are certain common grounds you can expect. Certain games are fully free to play, while others may require you to buy an NFT character to start. Once in you play against AI and online opponents. Winning matches grants you NFT items and the in-game cryptocurrency. Breeding to produce NFTs is another way of earning. Let’s not forget how many users made millions of dollars by breeding their NFT characters while playing Axie Infinity in 2020.
Staking your NFTs and in-game currency also earns money. Games have marketplaces where users buy, sell, and trade NFTs. Certain games also have features where you mine for in-game resources. Rare items often earn people a decent amount of money. However, the size of the active gaming community of each game also matters. Since the price of in-game currencies is based on demand/supply graphs and scarcity of resources.Â
Here Are Some Famous Blockchain Games
While there are many blockchain games in the market. Some catch your eye and here are some that caught mine.
Arsenal
This is a free RPG shooter game on mobile devices and PCs where you play team death matches and are rewarded for each kill that you make.
Nakamoto Games
This is not exactly a game, but a variety of games where each game earns you the same token. Interesting, right? The entire platform is powered by the NAKA token. Moreover, players can submit their games. If chosen, your game will be converted to a blockchain game, and you will receive royalties for it. All the games are free to play, and the environment has allowed many users to try the blockchain for the first time.
Sorare
This is a football manager game that is partnered with FIFA and all the major football leagues in the world. Interestingly, the results are based on real-life player performances. There are large-scale Esports tournaments and merchandising. The game’s launch on a global scale was made possible by partnering with a game translation company.
Bloktopia
This is a blockchain social metaverse where a massive 21-floor building hosts different users from around the world. Moreover, the game is VR-enabled and futuristic. The developers say that soon there will be virtual concerts on the platform, virtual casinos, dating, and so much more.Â
GRIT
An old western-styled battle royale game. It is a lot like a mix of Fortnite and Red Dead Redemption. The game may soon come on consoles and mobile devices. It is AAA and the graphics are decent.Â
Conclusion
Interested in blockchain gaming and unsure about it? Why don’t you try out the free-to-play games first and see if you can get a hang of it? Moreover, we also believe that if the Blockchain survives long-term so will blockchain gaming. Makes sense, right? It will be interesting to see how mobile blockchain games will add to the excitement. As more and more developers are focusing on developing blockchain games for mobile users. This will certainly make these games more accessible to people. But it might also increase the chances of hacks and viruses. It will be interesting to see what the future holds.
