From young kids to senior citizens, individuals of all ages enjoy playing video games. Some spend hours on their mobile devices, while others invest significant amounts of money in building the perfect gaming PC. Regardless of the method, video games have a remarkable ability to bring people together globally through play, cooperation, and competition.
The rapid expansion of the Web3 industry has opened up new opportunities for individuals worldwide to connect and work together. It was only a matter of time before these two realms collided.
In the most recent episode of Decentralize with Cointelegraph, host Jonathan DeYoung engages in a conversation with executives from five gaming-focused projects – Shrapnel, Ex Populus, Saga, HyperPlay, and MetalCore – to gain a comprehensive understanding of the development of Web3 games alongside the current landscape of blockchain gaming and its potential future.
One common thread among the gaming executives is the belief that Web3 games need to offer seamless gameplay that can appeal to both crypto enthusiasts and skeptics in order to achieve mainstream success.
Marc Mercuri, the chief blockchain officer of Shrapnel, a forthcoming extraction shooter game, shared his team’s approach to their upcoming title. He emphasized the importance of creating a game that can be enjoyed without requiring a deep understanding of Web3, while also providing options for those interested in leveraging DeFi protocols.
For players looking to explore the crypto ecosystem further, it is crucial that they can do so effortlessly. JacobC.eth, the founder and CEO of HyperPlay, discussed the importance of avoiding unnecessary friction in on-chain games, highlighting the use of account abstraction to streamline transactions.
The potential for Web3 gaming to drive mass adoption of crypto was a topic of discussion on a recent episode of Decentralize with Cointelegraph. While some executives believe that gaming will play a pivotal role in bringing crypto to the mainstream, others acknowledge that it may take time before major AAA games fully incorporate blockchain technology.
To hear more insights from executives of these gaming projects on the promises and challenges of Web3 gaming, tune in to the full episode of Decentralize with Cointelegraph on Cointelegraph’s podcast page, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or your preferred podcast platform. Don’t miss out on Cointelegraph’s diverse range of shows!
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