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Web3 game Merge Pals has launched a points-based event allowing players a chance to secure a whitelist spot for the game’s upcoming Genesis NFT mint. Running from May 13 to May 22, the “Play to Whitelist” campaign invites participants to complete a range of tasks to climb a leaderboard. The top 500 ranked players at the end of the period will receive guaranteed access to mint one of the game’s Genesis NFTs. Whilst full details of the mint, including the date and price, have not yet been announced, the whitelist is wallet-specific and cannot be transferred to another address. What…

NEXPACE, the web3 initiative backed by gaming giant Nexon, has officially launched MapleStory N, a blockchain-integrated version of the long-running MMORPG franchise. Alongside the game’s debut, the $NXPC token—central to the new player-owned economy—has gone live across major global exchanges including Binance, Bybit, KuCoin, Bitget, Gate.io, Upbit, and Bithumb. Built on Avalanche via AvaCloud, MapleStory N operates gas-free on its dedicated Henesys subnet and is now available on PC. What is the NXPC token? The NXPC token is the core utility and governance asset within the MapleStory Universe (MSU) ecosystem. It enables players to interact with the game’s blockchain features…

Web3 game Noodle.gg has rapidly gained popularity for its twist on the classic Slither.io formula. Unlike the original game, which focuses purely on gameplay, Noodle.gg adds a financial element where players wager Solana (SOL) to play. If they consume another player’s snake, they collect the SOL they wagered; if they die, they lose their stake. This integration of cryptocurrency has caught the attention of both gamers and investors, with the associated meme coin, NOODLE, seeing significant market growth in a short period. What is Noodle.gg? Noodle.gg is a blockchain-based version of the popular game Slither.io, where players control snakes that…

Web3 gaming platform Sugartown is set to launch its CORES NFT mint today, May 13. These progressive NFTs are designed to evolve over time, unlocking new in-game experiences, rewards, and exclusive content within the Sugartown ecosystem. With a total of 6,500 CORES up for grabs, the mint will occur in four phases across two days, with different opportunities for ORA holders, whitelisted users, and the general public to participate. What are CORES NFTs? CORES are a new type of “progressive NFT” introduced by Sugartown. Unlike traditional static NFTs, CORES evolve over time, offering owners access to exclusive games, in-game rewards,…

Ethereum Layer 2 network Abstract is now live on Rarible, bringing its user-friendly ecosystem to the platform. This integration allows users to easily explore, mint, and trade NFTs within Abstract’s growing marketplace. With a focus on simplifying crypto for everyday users, Abstract eliminates many of the complexities associated with traditional blockchain networks. Now, Rarible users can engage with Abstract’s innovative features, such as earning Experience Points (XP) for their participation in the ecosystem, minting NFTs, and supporting a diverse range of digital art. How to get started with Abstract on Rarible? To begin using Abstract on Rarible, you’ll first need…

MapleStory Universe (MSU) has launched a limited-time campaign on OpenSea, offering players the opportunity to mint exclusive in-game items ahead of the upcoming release of MapleStory N. The campaign runs from May 6 to May 12, with players able to mint the MSU Scroll SBT (Soulbound Token) and claim two exclusive rewards: the OpenSea Chair and NXPC Headband. The minting event is free, though participants will need a small amount of $AVAX to cover transaction fees. What is the OpenSea Primary Drop Campaign? The OpenSea Primary Drop Campaign is a special minting event organised by MapleStory Universe in collaboration with…

The Genesis Unbreakable Oaths pre-sale for Echoes of Cryptalia has officially begun, providing players with the opportunity to secure a limited-edition unique Hero NFT. The pre-sale started on May 5 and will run until May 8, with each NFT priced at 30 USDC. This limited release offers a total of 2,150 NFTs out of an eventual supply of 3,000. As a core asset in the game, these Hero NFTs will play a crucial role in progression, providing advantages and rewards to holders as they embark on their journey within the game. What is Echoes of Cryptalia? Echoes of Cryptalia is…

Treasure DAO has launched the AI Agent Creator, a new tool that allows NFT holders from select collections to turn their digital assets into interactive, autonomous agents. These AI agents are not just static images but become active participants in the Treasure ecosystem. Users can customise their agents’ personalities, interact with them in the marketplace, deploy them in games like Gigaverse, and, in the near future, have them post on social media platforms like X/Twitter. Powered by Treasure’s $MAGIC token, the AI Agent Creator offers a new way for NFT owners to engage with their assets, potentially driving further utility…

Mattel has announced it will stop releasing new Hot Wheels NFTs after 2025, pausing further development of one of its most prominent digital collectibles projects. The Hot Wheels Virtual Garage, which launched in late 2021, will no longer offer new “Series” or feature drops “for the foreseeable future,” according to a notice posted on Mattel’s website. Despite the halt in new content, the company will maintain the existing infrastructure supporting NFT holders. Marketplace trading, account access, redemptions, and community channels will remain available through at least the end of 2025. Why is Mattel suspending Hot Wheels NFTs? Mattel stated the…

São Paulo-based game studio Jungle announced it would be moving away from its web3 plans and refocusing its flagship game, For The Win (FTW), solely on a free-to-play mobile model. This pivot marks the end of Jungle’s brief venture into blockchain gaming, following a $6 million seed funding round and high expectations surrounding the studio’s ability to merge traditional gaming with blockchain technology. With this shift, Jungle is now distancing itself from the blockchain and moving forward with a more conventional approach to mobile gaming. What is Jungle? Jungle is a game development studio based in São Paulo, Brazil, founded…