Top Web3 Games of 2023
The gaming industry has been on a transformative journey, and the latest stop is in the exciting world of web3 games! These games, built on blockchain technology, offer players not just entertainment but also the opportunity to earn both directly and indirectly through various models. This article delves into the top 10 web3 games that are redefining the gaming landscape in 2023 in the way they bring entertainment and value to gamers across the globe.
Axie Infinity / Ronin Chain / Sky Mavis
Axie Infinity combines adorable creatures with serious earning potential. Players breed, raise, and battle their Axies, with the chance to earn tokens that have real-world value. Axie has expanded their IP to indie game developers to launch even more titles. Don’t sleep on Axie as they are the OG’s in this space, have already onboarded tens of thousands of gamers and still have a very strong core community. They could expand upon their already built in community to reach new gamers worldwide. The parent company Sky Mavis also launched their very own blockchain called Ronin Chain which has already onboarded games and even had games migrate from prominent chains like Polygon to Ronin like Pixels for example, which almost broke 40k DAUs just days ago.
Big Time
Big Time merges multiplayer RPG action with blockchain, where players journey through various historical epochs. The game features NFT-based gear and artifacts, granting players true asset ownership. Its accessible design caters to all gamers, while SPACE tokens offer personal virtual real estate, blending gameplay with investment potential. Big Time is set to carve a niche in the web3 gaming landscape with its unique time-travel concept and player-driven economy. Big Time also just had one of the best token launches for a game to date around their native token called $BIGTIME.
The Sandbox
The Sandbox is a community-driven platform where creators can monetize voxel assets and gaming experiences on the Ethereum blockchain. The Sandbox's utility token, $SAND, is used for transactions, staking, and governance. Players can create digital assets with the VoxEdit tool, build experiences with the Game Maker, and then sell or use these assets within the game. The Sandbox has secured partnerships with various IPs and brands, expanding its universe with diverse and engaging content.
Illuvium
Illuvium is an open-world RPG adventure game built on the Ethereum blockchain. It features an expansive landscape filled with creatures called Illuvials, which players can capture and train. The game combines elements of an auto-battler and a traditional RPG, with a strong emphasis on strategy and skill. Illuvium's in-game economy is designed to reward players through ILV tokens, which can be earned through in-game achievements and participation in the Illuvium DAO. Illuvium has officially announced dates for their upcoming PvP mode launching on Epic Games.
Phantom Galaxies
Phantom Galaxies merges mech battles with a space odyssey in both a web3 and web2 format on Steam and Epic Games on November 15th. Players engage in dynamic third-person combat, piloting transformable mecha in an expansive universe. The game weaves its story through animated content and in-game progression, offering a rich narrative experience. Assets in Phantom Galaxies are NFTs, giving players ownership over collectible mechs and gear for use or trade. This title is setting a precedent for high-quality web3 gaming with its immersive gameplay, its branded short animated series and token integration via $ASTRAFER.
Star Atlas
Star Atlas is a grand strategy game of space exploration, territorial conquest, and political domination, set in a futuristic space-themed metaverse. Built on the Solana blockchain, it offers a cinematic-quality gaming experience with real-time graphics. Players can earn $ATLAS tokens through various in-game activities, including mining, trading, and combat. The game features a complex economy with NFT-based assets, such as ships, crew, and land, which players can trade in a decentralized marketplace. Star Atlas has other titles like Sage which boasts on chain movement and mechanics that absorb a slice of the entire Solana blockchain transactions to the tune of 15% in some cases.
Shrapnel
Built on $AVAX, Shrapnel is an ambitious web3 extraction shooter that aims to set a new standard for AAA-quality in the blockchain gaming space. It offers a high-fidelity, competitive gaming experience with a focus on player agency and ownership. Set in a near-future world, players engage in tactical operations where they can extract valuable resources and craft their own weapons and gear. These items are NFTs, providing players with the ability to truly own, trade, and sell their in-game assets. Shrapnel's standout feature is its map editor, allowing the community to create and share their own battle environments, which further deepens the game's engagement. With its cutting-edge graphics and player-driven economy, Shrapnel is poised to become a trailblazer in the Web3 gaming market, appealing to both traditional gamers and crypto enthusiasts. Shrapnel also just dropped their native token $SHRAP on several exchanges, causing a lot of attention in the gaming community considering Big Times success in their token drop.
Parallel
Parallel is a strategic card game set within a sci-fi universe, distinguished by its Web3 integration. It leverages blockchain technology to tokenize game assets, giving players ownership of their cards as NFTs. The game stands out for its deep lore and multiple factions, each with unique play styles and strategies. Parallel's gameplay is designed to be both approachable for newcomers and complex enough to satisfy seasoned card game enthusiasts. With its combination of tactical gameplay, digital collectibility, and a community-centric approach, Parallel is quickly becoming a noteworthy contender in the web3 gaming and even crypto domain given how well their token $PRIME has performed lately.
Superior
Superior is a web3 game that originated on the Gala Games platform. Superior stands out with its unique premise of players battling against former superheroes who have turned evil. It's an action-packed, third-person shooter that integrates blockchain technology, allowing players to earn and trade in-game assets as NFTs. The game emphasizes cooperative gameplay, where players can team up to take down formidable foes and complete challenging missions. Superior offers a compelling narrative, with each mission contributing to the overarching story of reclaiming a world overrun by corrupted heroes. With its innovative use of NFTs, Superior not only provides a thrilling gaming experience but also empowers players with true digital ownership, setting the stage for a new era in the gaming community.
Deadrop
Deadrop, dubbed as a "vertical extraction shooter," is a fresh entrant in the Web3 gaming arena, blending high-octane FPS action with blockchain elements. In Deadrop, players navigate skyscraper exteriors, engaging in gravity-defying combat while seeking valuable in-game items. These items are tokenized as NFTs, allowing players to own, trade, or sell their loot within the game's ecosystem. The game emphasizes skill and strategy, offering a competitive environment that rewards player dexterity and tactical acumen. Deadrop also developed by Dr. Disrespects studio called Midnight Society. Dr. Disrespect has put on highly successful streams and events around just the alpha versions of his game. This game has massive potential to onboard gamers from web2 to web3.
Conclusion
The top 10 Web3 games of 2023 offer a glimpse into the future of gaming. From Axie Infinity to Deadrop, these games are not just entertaining but also pioneers of a new digital economy with their own unique type of genre they’re bringing to the web3 space. This list will continue to get hard to make as time goes on given the amount of game studios and publishers coming into the space. To stay up to date with the best games in web3, be sure to tune into the Paul Barron Network regularly!
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