Author: Jenz

Istanbul is set to host the global blockchain community once again as it prepares for Istanbul Blockchain Week 2025, a landmark event arriving at a time of major regulatory transformation in Turkey. Scheduled for 26–27 June 2025 at the Hilton Istanbul Bomonti Hotel and Conference Center, the conference will convene web3 leaders, developers, investors, and regulators for two days of in-depth discussion and innovation. The return of the event comes as the Turkish Capital Markets Board (CMB) prepares to issue formal licences to blockchain and crypto companies—a long-anticipated move that could place Turkey at the forefront of regulated digital asset…

Singapore-based developer Tatsu Works has announced it is ending development on its blockchain role-playing game, Tatsumeeko: Lumina Fates. Despite raising $7.5 million from investors, the project faced challenges that led to its discontinuation. The studio has cited sustainability concerns and a shift in direction as reasons for halting the game’s development. Tatsu Works is now refocusing on smaller-scale projects more closely tied to existing community platforms. Why is Tatsu Works ending development for Tatsumeeko? Tatsumeeko: Lumina Fates was envisioned as a fantasy MMORPG-lite featuring exploration, farming, combat, and player-driven stories. It was designed to operate across Discord, iOS, Android, and…

Pudgy Penguins has released a new game, Pengu Clash, as part of its ongoing expansion into blockchain-based entertainment. The game is accessible through Telegram as a mini-app and runs on The Open Network (TON), a blockchain integrated with the messaging platform. With over one million users already on the waitlist, the launch represents a significant push by the Pudgy Penguins team to reach broader audiences through more accessible platforms. Early access is currently open to beta testers, who can refer others for added benefits, including rare cosmetic traits. What is Pengu Clash? Pengu Clash is a 1v1 multiplayer game where…

Solana-based multiplayer hero shooter Nyan Heroes has shut down after its developers failed to secure further funding. The game, developed by 9 Lives Interactive, officially ceased development on May 16. Despite a growing player base and wide interest—including more than one million playtesters and 250,000 wishlist adds across major platforms—Nyan Heroes could not sustain operations. The shutdown has also had ripple effects across the game’s economy, with sharp declines in the value of its native token and NFTs. Whilst some discussions are ongoing about the future of the studio and its intellectual property, the project’s current status remains inactive. Why…

The Tokyo Games Foundation has confirmed that it will launch its Tokyo Games Token ($TGT) on May 21. The token will be used across its blockchain gaming ecosystem, beginning with its flagship title—Tokyo Beast—and will support in-game functionality, staking mechanisms, and reward systems tied to NFTs. The foundation reports strong early interest, with over one million pre-registrations for Tokyo Beast and a $1 million tournament scheduled to follow the game’s release. What is Tokyo Beast? Tokyo Beast is a web3-enabled strategy game set in a futuristic Tokyo in the year 2124 where players train and manage digital characters known as…

Pixelmon has signed an exclusive agreement with Ava Labs to launch mobile games on the Avalanche blockchain. The move begins with the release of Warden’s Ascent, a role-playing game for mobile devices scheduled for public launch in late 2025. This marks a change in direction for the franchise, which had previously distributed its games across multiple networks, including Ethereum and Immutable. The decision follows internal changes at Pixelmon and reflects a broader strategy to move toward mobile platforms and expand the franchise’s reach. Pixelmon’s core digital assets will remain on Ethereum, but new game titles will be deployed on Avalanche…

Meebits has launched its first set of interoperable wearables—designed for use across multiple digital environments—in collaboration with web3 studio PlayerZero. The mint is structured in phases, beginning with Meebits holders, followed by PlayerZero collectors, and concluding with public access on OpenSea. Prices vary slightly depending on the access window, and each wearable pack includes entry into a Meebit NFT giveaway. Alongside the release, Meebits has also introduced “Bits,” a points-based system that tracks user activity across its ecosystem. How to participate in the mint? The mint is taking place on OpenSea in three stages: Meebits Holders: Access began on Tuesday,…

Gods Unchained Season 3 Battle Pass is now live, introducing a new structure that removes the free reward tier entirely. From this season onwards, players must purchase one of two paid tiers to access any seasonal progression rewards. The update includes 60 levels of unlockable content and offers the potential to recoup a portion of the initial cost through in-game currency. With Season 3, players will need to opt into either the Collector or Whale tier to earn seasonal items and currency. The launch comes just ahead of the game’s scheduled migration from Immutable X to Immutable zkEVM, which is…

Square Enix is bringing its blockchain game Symbiogenesis to Soneium—an Ethereum layer-2 network developed by Sony Block Solutions Labs. The move comes as Symbiogenesis approaches the end of its planned content, with the final chapter scheduled for release in July. Despite the game’s conclusion, Square Enix has introduced a time-limited campaign on Soneium that connects Symbiogenesis with other blockchain-based games. The expansion allows players to earn blockchain-based digital items by completing in-game objectives before May 31. These items are designed to offer features that carry over into two other titles operating on the Soneium network. What is Soneium? Soneium is…

Creepz NFT holders have been given one free spin per week on the “Playtest Box” for a chance to gain access to the closed playtest of Creepz Party—an upcoming multiplayer game. Only a limited number of participants will be selected, and those who win a Party Playtest Ticket from the spin must post proof on X and tag the official Creepz account. The exact number of tickets available, as well as full playtest features and reward details, have not been disclosed. However, it has been confirmed that successful participants may receive NFT-based rewards. What to expect from Early Access? The…