Token Evolution

• MegaWorld has added MEGA to their marketplace, enabling users to trade using this game token. This enables players to conduct all in-game transactions with the MEGA token alone, without the need for any other blockchain tokens.

• MetalCore has announced the coming out of Chibi SBTs, also known as Soulbound Tokens. They will serve as permanent participation proof for the holding wallet. To be eligible for a Chibi, there will be two snapshots taken. One for past holdings, with a snapshot based on wallet contents on September 30, 2022 (11:59 p.m. EST). The next snapshot will occur on August 15, 2023 (also at 11:59 p.m. EST).

The Latest Sale Dates

• Illuvium has confirmed the dates for the eagerly awaited Beyond Wave 2 sale. Beginning at 22:00 UTC on August 15, 2023, the Alpha sell phase will last 24 hours. The extended run sale phase will begin on Wednesday, August 16, 2023 at 22:00 UTC and ends on Wednesday, November 15, 2023 at 22:00 UTC.

• Spider Tanks, a popular battle arena game from Gala Games will release a new tank. This specialized vehicle, dubbed "The Soldier," possesses expertise in long-range annihilation on the virtual battlefield. On Tuesday, August 15 at 12 p.m. PT, the Soldier's supply will be released in a single phase.

• On August 9th, The Sandbox, a decentralized NFT gaming metaverse fueled by community participation, unveiled the release of the official Elvis Presley Avatar NFT. This NFT offering is categorized into four levels of rarity and commences with an initial price point of $41, with the option to be minted on the Polygon network.

• RugDollz, an adrenaline packed PvP platform game, introduced its latest NFT collection, titled "Cyborgs and Ninjas," on August 9th. These NFT collections will play a pivotal role in enhancing the PvP gaming experience and are priced at approximately $30 on the Ethereum Network.

• Kepler, an upcoming space-themed MMORPG, initiated its ‘allowlist’ for NFT minting on August 7, with the minting process scheduled for this August. Users who are interested can follow a provided link to establish an account and link their wallets, ensuring their eligibility for participation in the minting process.

Alpha and Beta Updates

• My Pet Hooligan, that is already in early access game that is presently available on Epic Games, has released Alpha 2.0 Turbo Patch #1. Players are now invited to explore an assortment of new features and enhancements that considerably enhance the gaming experience.

• Genesis League Sports, an offshoot of Splinterlands, has recently launched a beta test for Genesis League Goals, giving players the opportunity to play this tactical and strategic football (soccer) simulation game for the first time.

• Phantom Galaxies announced Collectors of Glory, their latest beta release. This is the official third phase of their beta, and with it, they open the doors to a wider audience. This beta release is accessible to those with Avatar Mintpasses, Starfighter Mintpasses, or any number of ASTRAFER tokens, as well as the 'Friends of Zorran' and 'Rulers of Worlds' titles. This phase should last roughly one month.

• MOOW, an interactive move-to-collect-to-earn game that offers players a range of sports-related activities to participate in, launched its beta version on August 7th. Players holding passes, specific roles, and other can now experience the game firsthand. This enables them to explore the earning mechanics and determine if the gameplay resonates with their preferences.

Upcoming Game Launches

• The World of Elymnias introduced the highly anticipated game mode,  "Eldarune — WoE" Dungeon officially on the mainnet. The launch signifies the beginning of an immersive journey into the fantastical world of Elymnias, where players may explore the depths of dungeons, engage in epic combat, and obtain extraordinary rewards.

• Announced on August 9th, Stella Fantasy, an anime-inspired ARPG, revealed its exciting plans to launch the mobile version within the current month of August. To celebrate this upcoming release, the development team has initiated a Retweet event, wherein selected retweets stand a chance to receive exclusive in-game NFT items as rewards.

• Mahjong Meta, a web3 initiative centered on the traditional game of Mahjong, recently announced the official release of its game last August 7th. Following a two-month Open Beta phase that received praise from mahjong enthusiasts.

• Hunters On-Chain has finally been released on mobile platforms. The game is now available on iOS, and Android users can anticipate joining the action by the end of the week.

• The Bornless, a highly anticipated horror-themed first-person shooter, is now available on Steam and Epic Games. This free-to-play action-packed game pits players against enemies and demons in an enigmatic and Lovecraftian setting.

Thrilling New Seasons and Events

• NFT Battle Miners, a browser-based sci-fi blockchain MMO on the WAX blockchain, is launching its first Shadow Depths season on Saturday, August 12 at 6:00 PM UTC with over $10,000 in prizes. The season pass will go on sale on Saturday, August 12 at 5:00 PM UTC, one hour prior to the commencement of the season, for $35 each.

• The Web3 agricultural simulator Sunflower Land has initiated a crossover event with Crypto Unicorns, a farming and pet-breeding game. The event is open to the public and began last August 9; it will continue for two weeks, until August 24.

• On August 9th, Earn Alliance, the leading web3 game aggregator and social platform, disclosed its decision to become a part of the Immutable Ecosystem—a prominent platform dedicated to scaling web3 games. This significant move solidifies a strategic partnership between the two. With a shared vision, they will collaborate closely to ensure users' access to secured mints, NFTs to badges on the Ethereum Network.

• Gala Games, a pioneering creator, and platform in the web3 gaming realm, united with Elixir Games, a web3 game launcher, to collaboratively introduce and lay the foundation for Gala Chain, the newly established blockchain network within the Gala Games ecosystem on August 8.