Web3 Games Take Center Stage: Nyan Heroes Makes Epic Games Return, Shrapnel Introduces Card Integration, and The Sandbox Launches Coach Battle
Web3 games have been making waves this week, with Nyan Heroes, Shrapnel, and The Sandbox stealing the spotlight. Exciting developments have emerged in the past few days, including collaborations to bring TV competitions into the metaverse, the introduction of ranked mode in popular hero shooters, and the streamlining of in-game purchases. Here are some of the standout stories:
Nyan Heroes Returns to Epic Games for Ranked Mode Test, Introduces Airdrop and Anti-Cheating Measures
On Wednesday, the Web3 hero shooter Nyan Heroes announced its return to Epic Games to unveil the highly anticipated ranked mode. This new mode will be available from May 8 to May 26. According to the announcement, ranked mode is the ultimate test of skill and strategy, allowing players to compete and climb the ranks to prove their prowess. Players earn Matchmaking Rating (MMR) by winning matches and can ascend the leaderboard to achieve the prestigious Champion Rank.
In addition, Nyan Heroes has launched season 2 of the NYAN Airdrop campaign, offering new challenges and rewards, including the coveted rare CATNIP. This season also introduces a new anti-cheat system to prevent players from gaining an unfair advantage by tampering with game files. The pre-alpha version of Nyan Heroes has already seen impressive numbers, with 1.3 million user registrations, 700,000 connected UAWs, 200,000 downloads, 45,000 daily active users (DAUs), and numerous other achievements.
Shrapnel Introduces Debit and Credit Card Integration for Token Purchases in Web3 Games
Shrapnel, an AAA first-person extraction shooter, has unveiled a new feature that allows players to purchase SHRAP tokens using debit or credit cards. Previously, players had to buy tokens from an exchange, but now, thanks to the integration with Halliday’s onramp, they can easily convert fiat currency into SHRAP using Moonpay or Stripe as payment gateways. These tokens can then be used to purchase in-game cosmetics and accessories, which can be utilized in the early versions of the gameplay available on the Epic Games Store.
Shrapnel has also gained attention for its impressive performance. The game launched on the Epic Games Store in March, and its creators, Neon Machine, successfully raised $20 million in a Series A funding round in late 2023. Additionally, Messari’s State of Avalanche Q1 2024 report identified Shrapnel as a key contributor to Avalanche’s growth, with a significant increase in average daily transactions of 4,493% quarter-over-quarter, from 4,200 to 193,300.
‘The Voice’ Collaborates with The Sandbox for the Launch of ‘Coach Battle’
The Sandbox, a decentralized metaverse and subsidiary of Animoca Brands, has announced its partnership with Virtual Brand Group (VBG) and ITV Studios to introduce ‘The Voice Coach Battle.’ This Web3 gaming experience is based on ITV Studios’ globally acclaimed TV format, ‘The Voice,’ which has been adapted in 155 countries.
‘The Voice Coach Battle’ allows fans worldwide to step into the shoes of a celebrity coach, sit in the iconic red chair, press the famous red button, and guide talent to stardom in a game that adapts to their choices, ensuring a unique experience with each playthrough. As in the real show, the game begins with a blind audition, and players progress through interactive quests and quizzes to prepare their talent for the Live Show. They must select music, choose outfits, perfect stage lighting, and more. The outcome of their performers’ scores is determined by a brand-new game logic technology that responds to the player’s selections. Additionally, players will receive exclusive limited-edition NFTs each week if they accurately predict which contestants from NBC’s ‘The Voice’ (currently airing) will advance and ultimately win.
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