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🔥Top headlines from this week’s digest:

• How to Buy $G3 and Everything You Need to Know

• GAM3S.GG Releases New G3 AI Roadmap

• Our $G3 Token is Now Listed on MEXC

• Duper’s Latest Playtest Lets You Compete for Exclusive NFTs on Abstract

• Sony Launches Soneium: A Step Toward Mainstream Blockchain Adoption

• Pixels Hits 109,000 DAUWs in December

• Matthew Ball Examines The State of Video Gaming

• Play Axie Origins Season 12 Preseason Now

• The Role of AI in Gaming: Opportunities and Challenges

• Variance Play-to-Airdrop Campaign: How to Join and Earn Rewards

• LINE Launches Mini Dapps to Advance Web3 Adoption in Asia

• TON and Telegram Strengthen Their Partnership

• Tama Meme on Ronin Blockchain: Simplifying Token Creation

• Avalanche and Aethir Partner for $100M Ecosystem Fund

• Indian Gaming Market Projected to Reach $9.2 Billion

• October 2024 Saw 147% Increase in Crypto Gaming Investments

• Gaming Accounts for Over 60% of Activity on XAI

• November 2024 Saw $222 Million Invested Into Web3 Gaming

• Konvoy Gaming Industry Report Summary Q4 2024

• Top Game Streaming Trends from 2023-2024

• Immutable and MetaGravity Partner to Launch Edge of Chaos

• Tarta Games Receives Grant from Arbitrum for Spot Zero

• Calamity Q1 2025 Plans and Artifact NFT Updates

• Pixel Heroes Adventure 2025 Roadmap

• Why AI and Blockchain Are Becoming Interdependent

• The Lost Glitches Secures Grant from Arbitrum Foundation

• Off The Grid Adds Scump Skin: New Content Packs Now Available

• Jeremy Horn Shares Statement on Overworld and REACH

⚔️ GAM3 Quests

📊 $G3 Listed and Tradeable on MEXC

No more excuses for anyone asking “Where to buy $G3?” The $G3 token, the centerpiece of the GAM3S.GG ecosystem, has officially debuted on MEXC.

This listing provides users with a new, accessible avenue to acquire and trade $G3, complementing its existing availability on exchanges like Bybit, Gate.io, and KuCoin, with Uniswap for decentralized trading.

🎮GAM3S.GG Releases New G3 AI Roadmap

GAM3S.GG is developing G3 AI, the infrastructure integrating artificial intelligence with web3 gaming, and has released its roadmap to advance player experiences. Following the introduction of GAM3R AI last year, GAM3S.GG is expanding its focus to include enhanced interactivity, in-game AI capabilities, and blockchain-based game development tools in its infrastructure. 

The roadmap consists of four phases, each addressing a key aspect of innovation at the intersection of AI, gaming, and blockchain technology - and will be built around the $G3 token, as an added utility set to grant access to gaming-specific AI capabilities & functionalities.

📝 Indian Gaming Market Projected to Reach $9.2 Billion

India's gaming market is projected to grow to $9.2 billion by 2029, with shifts in player demographics, revenue streams, and market dynamics shaping the future of gaming in the country.

What’s Going On Here?

A new report by Lumikai and Google shows that India’s gaming market is on track to reach $3.8 billion by 2024 and $9.2 billion by 2029, growing at a 20% compound annual growth rate (CAGR). While Real-Money Gaming (RMG) remains significant at 63% of the market, it’s expected to grow more slowly (8% CAGR) compared to the rapid expansion of other gaming segments. In-game purchases (IAP), advertising, and a rising number of paying users are fueling overall growth, as more Indians—particularly from outside metro areas—take up gaming on affordable smartphones and data plans.

What Does This Mean?

The Indian gaming landscape is evolving beyond its traditional focus on RMG. Mid-core and casual titles are rapidly gaining traction, as seen by the 53% year-over-year increase in IAP revenue for games like Battlegrounds Mobile India and Garena Free Fire Max. Younger, tech-savvy gamers, alongside increasingly robust digital payment methods (e.g., UPI, digital wallets), are driving new forms of monetization, including ad-based models and in-game transactions. This opens the door for web3 gaming innovations, which align well with digital payment trends, tokenized economies, and play-to-earn possibilities.

Why Should I Care?

1. For Investors and Developers: India is emerging as a global gaming hotspot, with a large, mobile-first user base willing to pay for premium experiences. Understanding the market’s shift from RMG to more diverse offerings can guide investment and development strategies.

2. For Gamers: The surge in in-game purchases and upcoming web3 gaming initiatives means more variety in how players can enjoy games and earn rewards.

3. For the Broader Industry: The country’s emphasis on affordable smartphones and digital payments showcases scalable models for other emerging markets, potentially shaping the next wave of global gaming growth.

Read the full report breakdown here

✍️ Reviews of the Week

Step into an intense battlefield of a fast-paced FPS followed by a nostalgic charm of classic 2D MMORPG in our two featured reviews:

🎮 Fresh Games

From engaging in strategy endeavors blended in with poker-inspired mechanics, diplomacy, and tactical gameplay to a more casual and friendly world filled with adventure, check out the latest games added to our platform!

📺 5 Best New NFT Games to Play in January 2025

It may be the start of a new year, but web3 gaming is already turning up the heat! From monster taming to competitive basketball and immersive metaverses, we’ve rounded up the top 5 web3 games to kick off January 2025.

Let us know what is your favorite game we should look out for this month, and leave your thoughts in the comments section below 👇

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