🎮 Off The Grid Makes Xbox Debut | GAM3S Grid Weekly

GAM3 Awards 2024 People's Choice and Content Creator nominations open, Off The Grid makes it to Xbox, Wildcard revels streaming platform, Axie Pals goes live, and more!

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October 04, 2024

🔥Top headlines from this week’s digest:

⚔️ GAM3 Quests

The Machines Arena, a sophisticated hero shooter that incorporates a top-down perspective, dynamic PvP battles, tactical team play, and rooms for tons of skill expression.

Complete the missions below for a chance to win one of the following:

  • 15 Engineer Devol

  • 5 Polarspirit Noble

Note: The Machines Arena PlayerID can be found in the bottom left corner once you log into the game.

Start Quest | Ends Oct 7th

Content Creators are the main drivers of adoption and they are the ones that rally their loyal communities behind them.

Nominate your favorite 10 web3 gaming content creators for a chance to win one of FIVE Elgato Creator Bundle

Start Quest | Ends Oct 9th

The People’s Choice Award is the only game-specific GAM3 Award that is 100% decided by community voting and tests the true strength of a game's dedicated fans.  

Nominate your favorite 10 web3 games for People's Choice for a chance to win a PlayStation 5 and an Xbox Series X.

Start Quest | Ends Oct 9th

🏆 GAM3 Awards 2024 Nominations Now Open

We are thrilled to announce the return of the biggest web3 gaming event of the year, the GAM3 Awards, for its third consecutive year. In 2024, the YGG Play Summit will serve as the backdrop for this prestigious event, with new categories, a bigger prize pool, and a goal to crown the best web3 games and creators.

Nominations for People's Choice and Best Content Creator are now open, directly on GAM3S.GG, and will run until the shortlist is announced ahead of the final voting.

📝The Rise and Fall of Web Games

Explore the resurgence of web gaming as emerging technologies and new distribution channels open up fresh possibilities for the industry. Could web gaming be on the brink of a renaissance?

What’s Going On Here?

The article discusses the resurgence of web gaming, driven by advancements in technology and a shift in distribution models. Initially thriving in the early 2000s, web gaming declined with the rise of mobile gaming and the discontinuation of Adobe Flash. However, recent innovations in web technologies, such as HTML5 and WebGL, are enabling a new generation of web games that can compete with traditional gaming platforms. The emergence of companies focusing on web-based experiences hints at a potential comeback for this segment of the gaming industry.

What Does This Mean?

The revival of web gaming signifies a shift in player engagement strategies, as users increasingly seek accessible and immediate gaming experiences without the hassle of app installations. This trend reflects a broader change in consumer behavior, particularly in light of mobile app fatigue. Additionally, the integration of web gaming into platforms like Discord and Telegram illustrates a diversification of gaming environments, making it easier for players to engage with games. This evolution could lead to a more democratized gaming landscape, allowing for greater participation and creativity among players.

Why Should I Care?

Understanding the resurgence of web gaming is crucial for industry stakeholders, especially those involved in game development and investment. As the gaming ecosystem evolves, web-based platforms present new opportunities for reaching audiences and innovating game design. Moreover, the parallels between the rise of web gaming and the burgeoning field of web3 gaming—characterized by decentralized ownership and monetization—highlight the potential for significant growth in both areas. Embracing these changes could offer developers and investors unique advantages in a rapidly transforming market.

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✍️ Reviews of the Week

Step into the Grim Syndicate universe for a unique TCG experience then create your own character to dive into neverending dungeon runs and loot to choose from in our two featured reviews:

Abysswalkers offers a well-designed TCG experience with an excellent tutorial that immerses players in the game's lore. The graphics are solid, with decent VFX, though additional effects for character play could enhance the experience. The audio design is competent but could benefit from more distinct sounds for attacks and effects. The gameplay is easy to understand and has depth, but the limited card variety restricts playstyle diversity.

Seraph: In the Darkness has shown consistent improvement through numerous playtests, though it hasn't reached perfection. The graphics are impressive with clear visual effects, and the audio design features well-made sound effects, though the English version has some dialogue errors. The gameplay is enjoyable and easy to understand, with initial acts being relatively easy and increasing difficulty in the void realm tiers. The endgame offers hours of play but may feel purposeless once high-level items are acquired, although item trading could appeal to some players.

🎮 Fresh Games

A world of opportunities in a player-driven sci-fi world of EVE Frontier followed by a fast-paced metroidvania experience, check out the latest games added to our platform!

EVE Frontier is a player-driven sci-fi MMORPG where players rebuild civilizations, explore space, and shape a dynamic universe through cooperation, conflict, and customizable gameplay with realistic physics.

Variance: Echoes of the Past is a fast-paced roguelite metroidvania that blends challenging gameplay, engaging storytelling, and skill-based progression in a constantly evolving world.

🎙️ Conversation of the Week

This week we spoke with 3 guests from top web3 games and ecosystems on different topics to get their opinion and share their insights. This episode of Press Play featured:

  • Mike Lau - Smol Preeminent at Smolbound

  • Max Hatesuer - RIVES

  • Bearsnake - Co-Founder and COO at Forgotten Runes Wizard's Cult

Topics Covered:

  • It's UPTOBER! But Will Gaming Tokens Make It?: While markets rally, web3 gaming tokens remain down. We explore the reasons behind the decline, including market volatility, shifting player interest, and broader economic factors impacting the web3 gaming space.

🎧 Listen to the full conversation recording here

📺 Best 5 New NFT Games of September 2024

September brought a wave of excitement in Web3 gaming as we gear up for this year’s GAM3 Awards. Here are the top 5 standout games of the month!

Let us know which one was your favorite and leave your thoughts in the comments section below 👇

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