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Ninja gets his own skin on Off The Grid, Guild of Guardians Unveils Frostmire Expansion, Aethir Catalyst Launches $100M Investment Fund, and more!

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October 10, 2024

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⚔️ GAM3 Quests

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.

📝Video Game Market in India to Surpass $1 Billion by 2025

Discover insights on India's rapidly growing gaming market in 2024. Learn about gamer behavior, monetization trends, esports engagement, and the forecasted market growth.

What’s Going On Here?

India's gaming market is on a rapid growth trajectory, with projections indicating it will surpass $1 billion by 2025. According to Niko Partners' recent report, the market generated $830 million in 2023, driven by increased spending, particularly among PC gamers and the rising popularity of battle royale games. Esports is also playing a significant role, with over 65% of gamers engaged in this area. The report highlights the shifting dynamics in gamer behavior, including spending habits and the influence of social media on game discovery.

What Does This Mean?

The growth of the Indian gaming market reflects broader trends in monetization, with gamers becoming increasingly willing to spend on in-game purchases. The rise of mobile gaming, particularly in the battle royale genre, indicates a strong preference for accessible gaming experiences. Additionally, the engagement in esports suggests a cultural shift toward competitive gaming, which could attract further investment and interest in the sector. These trends indicate that India is positioning itself as a significant player in the global gaming landscape.

Why Should I Care?

For developers, investors, and companies looking to enter or expand in the gaming industry, India's burgeoning market represents a wealth of opportunities. Understanding the unique preferences of Indian gamers, including their spending habits and the impact of social influence, can inform effective marketing and game design strategies. As the market continues to grow, staying informed about these trends will be crucial for leveraging potential growth in one of the fastest-growing gaming regions globally.

Read the full report breakdown here

✍️ 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 metaverse experience with your own custom 3D avatar creation and an addictive Telegram-native minesweeper-style game to explore endless dungeons, check out the latest games added to our platform!

Project Kyzen is a 3D avatar creation and multiplayer action game where players explore a digital world, solve puzzles, and compete in fast-paced battle arenas.

TONs of Dungeons is a fun and addictive minesweeper-style game where players explore endless dungeons, collect treasures, and avoid deadly traps, all while earning in-game rewards

🎙️ 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:

  • Andrew (Coop) Cooper - Senior Marketing Manager at Ava Labs

  • Liz - Partnership Activations Manager at Magic Eden

  • David Dennis - Product Marketing Lead at Offchain Labs / Arbitrum

  • Ben Miller - Senior Director of Partner Marketing at SKALE Labs

Topics Covered:

  • All Things GAM3 Awards! 🔥: Get hyped as we dive into everything you need to know about the upcoming GAM3 Awards, from the nominees to the $5M prize pool.

🎧 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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