Decrypt's Weekly Crypto Gaming Roundup

Decrypt's Comprehensive Weekly Roundup of Crypto Games

Introduction

The crypto and non-fungible token (NFT) gaming landscape is abuzz with activity, with major game releases, token airdrops, and a plethora of other developments occurring regularly. To keep pace with this vibrant ecosystem, Decrypt's GG presents its weekly roundup of the most significant news and notable events.

Biggest News

NOTcoin Launch Confirmed

After several missed estimates, the anticipated launch of the NOT token, powered by The Open Network (TON), has been confirmed for May 16. Binance and OKX will facilitate staking reward campaigns commencing on May 13. The launch was initially scheduled for April 20, coinciding with the Bitcoin halving, but was postponed to ensure a seamless debut.

Fantasy Top Dominates Crypto Conversation

A novel crypto social media game, Fantasy Top, has captured the attention of the crypto community. It combines the principles of fantasy football with 120 influential figures from the crypto space, including traders, creators, and influencers. NFT cards, representing these influencers, are rewarded with a portion of their trading volume and pack sale revenue. Over $1.25 million worth of ETH was distributed to Twitter influencers last week.

Rug.fun: A Unique Game of Meme Coins

A groundbreaking game, Rug.fun, has emerged, transforming the creation and trading of Ethereum meme coins into a competitive experience. The 24-hour game unfolds in two phases, challenging participants to establish and invest in the most and least liquid meme coins. Participants face the risk of "getting rugged" if their investments fall outside the desired range when the timer expires.

News Briefs

• Solana Game "MixMob: Racer 1" to Launch on May 14: The highly anticipated iOS and Android game is set to debut soon.
• Cardano to Host Classic Shooter "Doom": Charles Hoskinson, founder of Cardano, has announced plans to run the iconic game on the Hydra layer-2 network.
• Solana Shooter "Nyan Heroes" Releases Pre-Alpha V2 on Epic Games: The Overwatch-inspired game takes a significant step forward with its pre-alpha release.
• Nouns Esports Invests in Super Smash Bros. Melee Events: The DAO behind the popular NFT project has unanimously approved funding for three events later this year, totaling approximately $146,000.
• Avalanche Shooter "Shrapnel" Accepts Credit/Debit Cards: Players can now purchase tokens within the game using traditional payment methods.
• "Portal Fantasy" Announces Play-to-Airdrop Campaign: The online RPG on Steam offers rewards to participants.
• "The Machines Arena" Opens Ranked Lobbies on Weekends: The hero shooter provides competitive gameplay opportunities.
• "Loaded Lions: Mane City" Launches Season 2: The Cronos-based city-builder game continues its success with new gameplay and rewards.

GG Spotlight: Original Stories

Here's a selection of insightful articles from our GG team that we highly recommend:

• [Decrypt's Top 10 NFT Games for 2023](https://decrypt.co/resources/nft-games-2023)
• [Your Ultimate Guide to Play-to-Earn Crypto Games](https://decrypt.co/resources/play-to-earn-crypto-games-guide)
• [The Rise of Mobile Crypto Games: A Beginner's Guide](https://decrypt.co/resources/mobile-crypto-games-beginners-guide)

Conclusion

The crypto and NFT gaming space is constantly evolving, presenting a myriad of opportunities and challenges. Decrypt's GG remains dedicated to delivering the latest news and providing in-depth analysis to help our readers navigate this dynamic ecosystem. Stay tuned for more weekly updates on the most exciting developments in crypto games and beyond.