TL;DR
- Web3 gaming market is projected to reach $615 billion by 2030
- N3MUS, the first investment of the $10M Innovation Fund, is building a gaming ecosystem on Moonbeam with Sicco Naets as an advisor
- N3MUS boasts 7,000+ wallets, 80+ blockchains, 140+ games, 1M+ monthly active players
- Moonbeam is hosting the "Community, Gaming & Drinks" event at EthCC in Brussels on July 9th
- Lunar Gaming Festival, a community-driven event, successfully held on Moonbeam
The Web3 revolution arrived to transform not only how we deal with digital money but also how we play games. Web3 gaming is a large niche market sector projected by Fortune Business to grow to $615 billion by 2030. We are serious about ensuring this revolution takes place on Moonbeam. Let’s recap some recent gaming initiatives, upcoming events, and more!
Spotlight on N3MUS: Building a Gaming Ecosystem on Moonbeam
N3MUS is the first investment in the recently announced Innovation Fund. N3MUS is building a gaming ecosystem on Moonbeam. Its mission is to integrate Web3 into mainstream gaming culture by merging familiar gaming experiences with the benefits of blockchain technology. Account abstraction is part of the underlying vision to enable a better user experience.
With over 7,000 wallets created, support for 80+ blockchains, and 140+ games listed, N3MUS is gaining traction. Most impressively, N3MUS boasts over 1 million monthly active players and maintains a 99.9% server uptime for multiplayer gaming.
At the heart of N3MUS's offering is a suite of tools designed to enhance the gaming experience for both players and developers. For gamers, the N3MUS ID provides a unique profile (wallet) that connects with platforms like Steam, simplifying the web3 gaming experience. The N3MUS Hub is a user-friendly interface for discovering new games and accessing tools for an enhanced gaming experience. For those with a competitive streak, N3MUS Tournaments offer events where players can test their skills and compete to earn rewards.
Game studios haven't been left out of the equation. N3MUS Rootz streamlines gamer onboarding with familiar login options and direct on and off-ramp services. The platform also provides SDKs and templates to help studios to incorporate blockchain into games. Dedicated community features within the N3MUS Hub help studios engage their player bases more effectively.
Preview of the N3MUS Gaming Hub
N3MUS has popular games across several different genres, including Bones and Blade (Card Strategy), Gold Fever (RPG Action), ANIMO Stars Arena (Third-Person Shooter), MetaShooter (Simulation Metaverse), and Evrloot (RPG MMO). The platform also presents tournaments for popular games like Axie Infinity, Free Fire, League of Legends, Brawl Stars, and CS:GO to make gaming more fun and engaging.
An important feature of N3MUS is its effort to build communities. N3MUS is not just a platform for developers but an ecosystem of passionate gamers and creators. They create an atmosphere where everyone can learn while contributing to the future of gaming on Moonbeam.
Sicco Joins N3MUS as an Advisor
Sicco Naets, prominent ex-Alcatel and ex-Fuze engineer and current Head of Ecosystem Development at Moonbeam, recently became an Advisor at N3MUS. He has over 25 years of experience in software development, microservice architecture, cloud deployments, and blockchain technology.
Naets is a Web3 gaming enthusiast and will be instrumental in pushing the frontiers of gaming creativity and development on Moonbeam. Read his recent article on how Web3 can save the gaming industry!
EthCC - Moonbeam Community, Gaming & Drinks
Moonbeam’s commitment to fostering a vibrant gaming community extends beyond the digital realm. On Tuesday, July 9th, Moonbeam Foundation members will host a "Moonbeam Community, Gaming & Drinks" EthCC side-event in Brussels. The gathering will occur at the Kings & Queens Cafe from 5:00 PM to 8:30 PM CEST, offering gamers and developers a unique opportunity to connect in person!
Attendees can look forward to an evening of networking, gaming activities, and exploring exciting projects within the Moonbeam ecosystem. They can also enjoy local refreshments, including charcuterie, cheese, and Belgian beers. Space is limited, so arrive early to secure a spot. Join us!
Other Community Events
The Moonbeam ecosystem has been brimming with gaming initiatives. Evrloot, a dark fantasy RPG and one of the largest games on the Moonbeam, was launched with a spotlight as a part of the Moonrise campaign. With its new peer-to-peer Marketplace and Expeditions feature update, Evrloot has become one of the most transacted games on the Moonbeam Network.
Sicco Naets from the Moonbeam Foundation recently participated in Web3 gaming discussions at Soulbound GG and Aura Commerce Spaces. These discussions compared Web2 and Web3 gaming experiences and highlighted how Moonbeam innovates Web3 Gaming.
Another major development is the Lunar Gaming Festival, a community-driven event on Moonbeam. This is quest-oriented towards a point-based incentivized competition that requires participants to stake tokens, claim rewards, and play games within the Moonriver/Moonbeam ecosystem. The festival was organized by independent collators and game developers and featured a Telegram channel for community engagement.
The Future of Gaming on Moonbeam
The future of gaming is on Moonbeam, with a growing ecosystem of innovative games, platforms, and community initiatives. As Web3 gaming continues to evolve, Moonbeam is positioning itself as a key player in this space.
With projects like N3MUS leading the way and community-driven events like the Lunar Gaming Festival, we’re working towards an environment where developers can innovate, and gamers can engage with Moonbeam as the underlying technological foundation. As the lines between traditional and Web3 gaming continue to blur, Moonbeam is well-positioned to be at the forefront!