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Bomberman-inspired web3 game Blast ‘Em is at the centre of a controversy involving Abstract—a blockchain platform that was initially expected to support its launch. The Blast ‘Em team claims that Abstract misrepresented internal conversations, removed them from its community spaces, and discouraged others from collaborating with the game’s creators. According to the developers, Abstract initially showed interest in the project before abruptly cutting ties without public explanation. Abstract has not issued a public statement in response to the allegations. What is Blast ‘Em? Blast ‘Em is a blockchain-powered idle game inspired by the mechanics of classic Bomberman. Unlike traditional play-to-earn…

MapleStory Universe has reported $3.8 million in trading volume on its marketplace in just 10 days following the launch of MapleStory N.  During this period, over 2.6 million items were exchanged, positioning the project as the second-largest NFT trading platform by volume in that timeframe. Notably, MapleStory Universe surpassed well-known NFT collections including CryptoPunks and Pudgy Penguins, signaling growing engagement with blockchain gaming ecosystems particularly on Avalanche. Why is this significant? The reported $3.8 million trading volume in just 10 days places MapleStory Universe ahead of many established blue-chip NFT collections, highlighting a shift in the NFT market towards gaming-related…

Solana Mobile, a subsidiary of Solana Labs, has announced that its second-generation smartphone, the Solana Seeker, will start shipping to customers on 4 August 2025. The device is designed to support web3 applications and blockchain gaming, expanding on the capabilities of its predecessor, the Solana Saga. The Seeker has already seen significant interest, with 150,000 units pre-sold through two sales phases. The phone incorporates a new security and operating framework called TEEPIN and will be accompanied by a native token called SKR. What is Solana Seeker? The Solana Seeker is Solana Mobile’s second smartphone built to facilitate interaction with blockchain…

A new month-long blockchain gaming campaign, Starknet x gg.xyz Gaming Edition One, is currently underway, offering players the opportunity to earn a share of $100,000 in rewards. Running from 15 May to 15 June 2025, the event invites participants to complete quests across a range of six web3 games built on the Starknet network. Players accumulate experience points (XP) by engaging in various activities such as gameplay, livestream participation, and on-chain events. The campaign includes both token and NFT rewards, with prize pools divided between $STRK tokens and game-specific prizes. What is Starknet x gg.xyz Gaming Edition One? Starknet x…

The Dealflow Den, a key investment event connecting early-stage startups with venture capital investors, will once again take place during Istanbul Blockchain Week on 26-27 June 2025. After its successful debut in 2024, the event returns to an in-person format at the Hilton Istanbul Bomonti Hotel to provide a platform where blockchain and web3 startups can present their projects to investors seeking opportunities in emerging technologies such as blockchain infrastructure and artificial intelligence. Organised by Istanbul Blockchain Week in collaboration with EAK Ventures, the event attracts a range of venture capital firms from across the globe. What is Istanbul Blockchain…

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…