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September 28, 2023

🔥 Top headlines from this week’s digest:

⚔️ NEW GAM3 Quest

Complete the Space-Time Continuum quest for a chance to win one of 3 Big Time Exclusive Mystery Boxes and jump directly into the action in patch 0.28.

Start Quest | Ends Oct 12th

📝 The Evolution of Mobile Puzzle Gaming: 11 Years of Success and High CPIs

Sensor Tower: Mobile Puzzle games earned $42B in 11 years. We dive into a number of lessons web3 games can take away from the success over the years.

What’s Going On Here? 

In the realm of mobile gaming, there's been an incredible evolution, and puzzle games have played a pivotal role in this journey. A recent report from Sensor Tower has revealed a staggering figure: mobile puzzle games have generated a whopping $42 billion in revenue over the past 11 years. In this article, we're going to delve into the fascinating evolution of mobile puzzle gaming, explore the rise of different subgenres, analyze revenue trends across various countries, and shed light on how these insights can impact the world of web3 gaming.

What Does This Mean?

One major revelation from the report is the dominance of the Swap subgenre, which includes beloved Match-3 games, in both downloads (over 8 billion) and revenue (over $25 billion). This underscores the enduring appeal of simple yet addictive gameplay involving matching colorful objects.

The emergence of Real-Time puzzles, with games like Tetris and Traffic Jam Fever gaining significant traction, is another notable trend. These games have attracted millions of downloads and generated substantial revenue, highlighting the evolving tastes of mobile gamers.

Interestingly, the Hybrid Casual Puzzles category has witnessed explosive revenue growth, with a YoY increase of 429.67% in the first five months of 2023. Games like Triple Match 3D and Brain Test: Tricky Puzzles are standouts, boasting impressive retention rates.

Moreover, the report provides insights into regional preferences, with revenue distribution varying across regions. Understanding these preferences is crucial for anyone involved in the gaming industry.

Why Should I Care?

Mobile puzzle games have become a financial powerhouse in the gaming industry. The dominance of the Swap subgenre, the rise of Real-Time puzzles, and the explosive growth of hybrid casual puzzles illustrate the dynamic nature of this genre. Regional variations in revenue sources highlight the global appeal of mobile puzzle gaming.

For those interested in web3 gaming, these insights are invaluable. As we transition into the decentralized world of blockchain-powered gaming, understanding the trends and preferences of traditional mobile gaming can guide developers and investors. It offers a solid foundation to explore innovative ways to integrate blockchain, NFTs, and other web3 elements into puzzle gaming.

By building upon the knowledge of what has succeeded in the past and how gaming trends have evolved, the web3 gaming industry can create immersive, decentralized puzzle games that captivate audiences and contribute to the growth of the gaming metaverse. These insights bridge the gap between traditional and emerging gaming technologies, shaping the future of gaming entertainment.

Read the full report breakdown here

✍️ Reviews of the Week

We dove into the ring for some old-school wrestling then ventured into a mythical world filled with secrets for you to unravel in our two featured reviews:

Blockchain Brawlers is a one-of-a-kind game that blends card gaming and wrestling. Despite its unique combination, the gameplay design lacks depth compared to other similar games, but it offers a challenging and dynamic experience for players who are willing to invest time in learning its mechanics.

Archloot is an inventive mobile game reminiscent of Spore, featuring a captivating creature creation system and dynamic gameplay. Despite some constraints in initial customization and repetitive island designs, it provides an enjoyable experience for players fond of exploration, combat, and personalizing their creatures.

🎮 Fresh Games

From Zynga’s first native venture into web3 with Sugartown, to an empire filled with turmoil and chaos, check out the latest games added to our platform!

Sugartown blends a whimsical world with blockchain tech, where players encounter farm animals with wormholes and mystical Oras reshaping the city.

MIR4 immerses players in a sprawling mobile real-time strategy realm, brimming with exploration, tactical gameplay, and thrilling PvP confrontations.

🎙️Conversation of the Week

This week we spoke with Michael Migliero - CMO at Big Time Studios to learn more about their cosmetic-based economy & upcoming preseason launch!

Big Time is a free-to-play, multiplayer action RPG game that combines fast-action combat and adventure through time and space. The game is a cooperative RPG that combines fast-action combat, the collectability of NFTs, and a history-spanning adventure.

What You Need to Know About Big Time:

  • Unique Features: Players can team up in parties of up to 6 to conquer dungeons filled with various monsters and objectives. The game offers a variety of classes, including Time Warrior, Chronomancer, Quantum Fixer, and Shadowblade. Players can also customize their Personal Metaverse, known as "SPACE," which serves as a unique interactive environment.

  • Game Economy: Big Time introduces a play-and-earn model where players can earn tokens by battling through the game. These tokens have both market value and in-game utility. Players can collect and trade NFT items, with certain items being purely cosmetic to ensure game balance.

  • Preseason Launch: The Big Time Preseason launch brings several new features and dynamics to the game. This includes an introduction to the game's economy, the $BIGTIME token, SPACE dynamics, and various crafting and upgrade systems like Time Wardens, Armory, and Forge.

🎧 Listen to the full conversation recording here

📺 Video: Big Time Preseason Overview

The Big Time Preseason launch brings a ton of new content for players to enjoy and promises to unlock the full potential of the game's economy. Check out our latest video brought to you by Big Time 👇

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