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Top 6 Cryptocurrency Gaming Projects

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Dec 11, 2021

Cryptocurrency gaming projects have been on the rise and it values over $300 million in revenue. What started as a fad has turned into a serious investment opportunity. Moreover, game developers are creating games that are outdoing the previous ones. Besides, gamers are going crazy over these games.

The biggest reason behind the popularity of cryptocurrency games is the low-entry price range and extent of benefits later on. More and more GameFi projects are launched every day. And, upcoming projects are waiting to be launched.

As of 2021, the market has been booming with the intuitive combination of the metaverse, NFT's, finance, and gaming. In this post, you get to know about the top five cryptocurrency gaming projects and what they offer.

Pixel Pix

Pixel Pix is the first play-to-earn game where players have the opportunity to create their NFTs ‘from scratch,’ or more specifically - from a pixel. Pixel Pix features an iconic design while keeping the familiarity and nostalgia of ‘the pixel.’ The main idea is to construct a vast digital world where pixels are the atoms and the building blocks of the PIXELVERSE environment and economy.

The only limitation in the PIXELVERSE is the number of pixels (1 billion). Everything else is unlimited and depends only on the imagination of the player.

Dark Frontiers

Integrated with DAO and NFT's, the Dark Frontiers is a kind of RPG blockchain game. Also, the play-to-earn feature of this gaming platform makes it even more interesting. The Dark Frontiers is based on a fascinating story that depicts the destruction of 2150 A.D. planet following a nuclear explosion.

Gamers need to resolve geometric puzzles depending on map tactics in the dark. It is a beautiful adventure game that provides you scope to amass wealth left by men who lived in those galaxies for centuries. The best part of the game is the journey that players take across borders.

In short, it is a game where players get to experience both the known and unknown. The utility currency used in the Dark Frontiers is $DARK. With this currency, you can lay your hands on the in-game assets that the platform provides.

To take advantage of the play-to-earn feature, Dark Frontier will have a mineable token called Dark Matter Energy in association with $GAME tokens. This intuitive game allows gamers to scale threefold quests: craft, trade, and discover.

Dark Frontiers
Dark Frontiers

MetaWars

It is a sci-fi futuristic video game that follows a multiplayer strategy. Because MetaWars is all about space, gamers can immerse themselves in realistic space explorations. Moreover, players can monetize and earn from the game with its war economy. This happens with the help of the MetaWars galaxy that's constantly evolving resulting from the collective actions of the participants.

MetaWars has three aspects connected with it. The first one covers things related to Space Exploration. Second, there is Fleet Formation where players can customize their fleet ships and robots. The third one comprises the Combat section. Furthermore, there is an extra Acquire Terrain feature.

In MetaWars, gamers can interact with other players and discover more galaxies. When the players come together, they can revolutionize the galaxies by completing several missions. Also, they can collect special robots through limited-edition deals while earning NFTs.

Apart from that, gamers can stake and complete as many challenges as they can. That way, they can earn $WARS tokens. And, they can expand their armies with unique and amazing optimization options. These options improve the strength of their character level in the game and help them earn more unique rewards.

MetaWars
MetaWars

Axie Infinity

Developed on Ethereum Blockchain, Axie Infinity is one of the best Pokémon-styled games. With a growing player base and outstanding improvements, Axie Infinity has been a popular cryptocurrency gaming project and has come a long way since it was introduced. Besides, Axie Infinity has developed a scalability solution called Ronin.

So, when it comes to transactions, Ronin is one of the most reliable solutions that you can get. While combating other players, gamers need to breed and collect Axies, which are digital creatures based on NFTs. Each axie has a unique genetic signature. Hence, with this specific feature, the descendants receive the faults and strengths of the Axies.

Furthermore, you can trade on Axie Infinity with Ethereum NFT marketplaces. Also, the prices differ depending on their rarity and traits. Moreover, you need to get your hands on three Axies even before playing the game.

You are rewarded with SLP (Smooth Love Potion) for both PVP (player vs player) and adventure combat mode. The AXS or Axis Infinity Shard is another ERC20 token that acts as the main token for the platform. To breed new Axies, you need to have these tokens.

Axie Infinity
Axie Infinity

Sandbox

Dubbed as one of the popular NFT games for creating and trading different types of virtual assets, the Sandbox is a game that is sure to excite you like anything else. Gamers have the liberty to customize and monetize voxel objects in this game.

Sandbox is more like the blockchain version of Minecraft or Roblox. Being a player, you can experiment with the game and manipulate different objects. Also, the platform provides several tools for building and customizing objects. Besides, you can sell those objects on the marketplace.

If you belong to this category of gamers, this platform allows you to create and play your own customized game. With Sandbox, you get SAND, which is an ERC20 token. With this token, you can buy plenty of in-game products while playing Sandbox. All the products are available on the marketplace.

Sandbox
Sandbox

Gods Unchained

Being one of the free-to-play cryptocurrency gaming projects, Gods Unchained blends NFT technology with traditional card trading. It supports the ERC721 token called GODS. Gamers can earn these cards when they win PVP matches or buy them from other players. Whatever be the choice, the quality of the cards and the player's ability decide the winner.

Gods Unchained emphasizes your tactics and skills. In this game, you are matched with users belonging to the same rating. When you put your opponent's life to zero, you win the match. And, with each victory, you get to earn experience points.

When your experience points are completed, you advance to the next level. As a reward, you earn a new pack of cards. That way, you can decorate your collection. When you sell your cards, you receive payments in the form of GODS, which is the native coin of the gaming platform.

Gods Unchained
Gods Unchained

Conclusion

There is no question that the best cryptocurrency gaming projects adopt popular gaming genres. Moreover, they are not brutal and provide you with more fun to play. Also, they are offering a decent source of income for gamers. So, if you are looking for a lucrative and entertaining start, you may try the above cryptocurrency gaming projects.

Tim Haldorsson
CEO
CEO of crypto and Web3 marketing agency Lunar Strategy, involved in the crypto scene since 2017. Provides forward-thinking Web3 marketing insight as a contributor to Cointelegraph, Rolling Stone, Daily Coin, NFT Plazas, and Finance Magnates.
Jack Haldorsson
CMO
CMO at Lunar Strategy. Been in the crypto space since 2017. Jack leverages his know-how of the blockchain ecosystems and strong KOL relationships to execute result-focused strategies that amplify brand storytelling, drive awareness and grow the project sustainably with the help of Influencer relations.
Adam Westerén
Head of Sales
Adam's passion is to create self-sustainable communities in the Web3 world. He enjoys when you create a Web3 community that can grow by itself. This is what he does in his current role as Head of sales.
William Rejström
COO
As a Community Manager at Lunar Strategy, I'm passionate about finding new ways to connect people, add value and build strong community relationships.
Shann Holmberg
COO
As head of growth at Lunar Strategy, I understand the significant shift away from traditional marketing strategies that Web3 projects require.
Nick Ballanutsa
Crypto Content Creator
Crypto Content Creator, Nick is creating engaging Twitter threads & posts for leading crypto & NFT companies.
Vide Haldorsson
Influencer Manager
Influencer Manager at Lunar Strategy.
Johnny Pedro
Head of Partnerships
Head of Partnerships at Lunar Strategy, creating win-win solutions for Web3 companies. You might have heard his music on Tomorrowland from his previous ventures in the music industry.
Jarrod Frankel
Head of Community
Jarrod is responsible for the teams that provide both engaging social media content and enticing and informative articles for our clients.
Tayler McCracken
Editor at Coin Bureau
Tayler McCracken is the Editor-in-Chief of the Coin Bureau, a leading publication that provides cryptocurrency education.
Vineet Nair
Writer
As a web3 storyteller, Vineet brings a wealth of experience in content, journalism, and management, with hands-on knowledge of metaverses, NFTs, AI, and finance.
Hassan Shafiq
Lunar Strategy
Lunar Strategy.
Mairead Finlay
Writer
British writer specialising in NFTs, luxury lifestyle & travel based in Portugal. Previous publications include Business Insider, LoveEXPLORING, The Guardian and My French Country Home Magazine. Previously the SEO Editor of tech & startup website TechRound.
Sandra Vukovic
Content & Marketing Specialist
Content & Marketing Specialist at Lunar Strategy.
David Kevin Jeppesen
Lunar Strategy
Raised in the spring of technology, solving problems and finding simple digital solutions is part of my nature. I’m a teachable individual who is always eager to learn and develop as a person.
Julieta Ose
Crypto Content Creator
Crypto Content Creator at Lunar Strategy.
Gino De Graaf
Google Ads Specialist
Google Ads Specialist at Lunar Strategy.
Sam Runge
Media Manager
Lunar Strategy.
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