NFT Mints

• StarHeroes, the Space Shooter Game operating on the Base Network, initiated a Free NFT Mint event on August 24th via their dedicated website. This minting opportunity extends to all participants, providing them with the chance to secure a share of the $10,000 prize pool. This pool includes tokens such as $STAR, $GSWIFT, and $ETH, packaged in boxes of varying denominations: $25, $50, or $75.

• KYDS, an emerging NFT project featuring retro arcade games, embarked on its minting process on August 23rd. This event transpired within the confines of Magic Eden and Solana Blockchain. Minters had the opportunity to mint their NFT at a rate of 3.75 $SOL each.

• Archloot, an action game that amalgamates loot-style composability and interactive playability, initiated a compelling opportunity for its community on August 21st until 24th. This happened at Earn Alliance Rocket Launcher for free on BNB Chain. Interested participants to partake in missions associated with the Rocket Launcher. These missions entailed specific actions such as minting and depositing passes into their respective Game Accounts, ultimately enabling them to execute the minting process.

Upcoming Alphas and Betas

• Kawaii Kids, an innovative educational app that emphasizes interactive digital experiences for children and parents, has just launched its open beta test. In order to participate in the beta test, users must either use a QR code or a direct download link.

• Aradena Battlegrounds has announced that their Beta Showdown 3 tournament will start on Friday, August 25 at 12pm UTC and will conclude on Monday, August 28 at 12pm UTC. Even if participants do not reach the top of the leaderboard, Beta Showdown 3 includes a number of rewards for participation.

• Citizen Conflict introduces version 3.0 of its Alpha phase, which includes a new map, new tournaments, and new loot boxes. To play the Alpha version, participants must possess a non-fungible token from one of the following collections: Alpha Key, Become the Citizen, Syndicate Heroes, or Alpha 3.0 Box.

• The creators of the mobile game Crazy Defense Heroes provided additional information about the coming Alpha season 2. While the start date of the new season has yet to be determined, the team has revealed that there will be two varieties of Guardian Artifacts available for redemption from the TOWER League, and that using these items will increase players' DPS when battling King Marrowus.

Exciting New Launches

• The mobile version of Ring Games' Stella Fantasy—a character collectible RPG—is now available. This is fantastic news for the gaming community since it expands players' opportunities for fun and accessibility. Stella Fantasy's revamped environment is ready for players to enjoy; while the game's APK file is available for quick download from the official site (www.stellafantasy.io).

• Champions Arena, an additional title in the Gala Games portfolio, has now been launched on the GYRI blockchain. This game is live and free to download on mobile devices (both Android and iOS) as well as on PC via the Gala Games launcher.

• As of August 25th, the influential South Korean pop powerhouse Blackpink has entered the metaverse arena. This virtual landscape, known as "Blackpink World," is situated within the expansive realm of Roblox—a platform acclaimed for its game creation and building capacities. Devotees are now afforded the opportunity to capture snapshots alongside the avatars of the band's members: Jennie, Lisa, Jisoo, and Rosé. Moreover, fans can opt to acquire an array of tailored attire and emotive gestures to embellish their own avatars.

• On August 23rd, DBS, a bank supported by the Singaporean sovereign wealth fund Temasek, delved into the realm of web3 games by unveiling its inaugural metaverse named DBS Better World. This innovative creation focuses on the theme of global food waste, aligning with the bank's objective to demonstrate the potential of virtual spaces for fostering positive change.

• PokerGO Play, a social poker application, marked its debut and became accessible for gameplay within the Gala Games ecosystem on August 23rd. The collaboration between Gala Games and PokerGo has led to the creation of a Web3 iteration of the conventional PokerGo platform. This partnership also entails the introduction of daily sweepstakes.

New Seasons

• Pirate Nation, an on-chain RPG centered around high-sea adventures with a casual appeal, unveiled its version 2 iteration on August 25th. The update brings with it a comprehensive overhaul of the combat gameplay, introducing a fresh layer of complexity and decision-making options during each battle.

• The creators of Superior, a roguelite third-person co-op shooter, have announced the beginning of Open Season II, giving everyone a limited opportunity to play for free. The season began on the 22nd of August, and participants have until the 4th of September to play the game for free. After the special event concludes, the game will once again require an Early Access Pass NFT or Prime Character NFT to play.

Funds and Events

• Wild Forest, an online player-versus-environment (PvE) real-time strategy game with free-to-play elements, has recently become a part of the Ronin Ecosystem, marking this transition on August 24th. The collaboration signifies a mutual effort between the two entities to build games and elevate the overall gaming experience for all players.

• Tale of Elleria, an action-adventure RPG centered around summoning Heroes, has entered into a partnership with Pixelmon, a Pokemon-themed Adventure Open-world project, on August 23rd. This collaboration will leverage the technological strengths of both initiatives. This involves the integration of Kevin, a character NFT from Pixelmon, into the Tale of Elleria game. Kevin is set to assume the role of a boss for a special raid event, taking place from August 23rd to September 10th.

• On August 22nd, Oasys, a specialized blockchain platform for gaming, partnered with Amazon Web Services to launch an online Web3 gaming hackathon in Singapore. This collaboration has united prominent names in the Web3 industry like Ubisoft, ChainGuardians, Adventure Gold DAO, and AAG. The event, named "GameWave Genesis," offers a substantial prize pool of $42,000 and aims to propel the advancement of Web3 game development.

• Magic Eden, a widely recognized NFT Marketplace, has introduced its innovative Creator Fund Program, a significant development in its operations. With a substantial allocation of $1 million, this fund is poised to play a pivotal role in fostering and supporting the growth of the next generation of creative minds within the ecosystem.