Fact or Fiction: Cracking the Fallacy of 5 Web3 Games

原文标题：Fact or Fiction: Debunking 5 Web3 Gaming Myths

原文来源：Immutable

Compiler: Koala, Mars Finance

You think you know everything about games?

Immutable has been at the forefront of Web3 gaming since 2018. We've seen trends rise and fall, experienced the ups and downs of the market, and witnessed the evolution of blockchain technology in gaming (we even built one of the first Ethereum games!). ）。

In all of this, we've always focused on one thing: building the future of gaming.

Now, Web3 is reshaping the gaming landscape, but fallacies and misconceptions remain. It's time to separate fact from fiction and reveal what the Web3 gaming world is really like.

Fiction: AAA game studios have neglected Web3 gaming

The misconception that AAA game studios ignore Web3 games is completely wrong. While skeptics may see Web3 as a passing fad, industry giants like Ubisoft recognize the potential of Web3 to transform player ownership, in-game economics, and cross-platform experiences.

Fact: AAA studios are betting big on Web3 games

Major players are going all-in on Web3. Twenty-nine of the world's top 40 gaming companies, including Sony, Ubisoft and Epic Games, have invested in this space. The market is expected to grow from $4.6 billion in 2022 to $65.7 billion in 2027.

This is not just rhetoric. CCP Games has raised $40 million for a AAA Web3 game, Sony is filing a patent for a cross-platform digital asset, and Epic is welcoming blockchain games to its platform.

With nearly $20 billion invested over the past 4 years and 40% of the more than 380 games on the Imputely platform set to launch in 2024, we are witnessing the dawn of a new era of gaming.

Fiction: You need to know cryptocurrency to play Web3 games

Seed phrases, gas fees, and blockchain terminology – it's no wonder that many players think they need a computer science degree to start playing. But this is a thing of the past.

Gone are the days of complicated wallet setups and confusing cryptocurrency transactions. The technology behind Web3 gaming still exists, but now it's hidden beneath a user-friendly interface.

Fact: Getting started with Web3 is much simpler than you might think

Web3 games are becoming more and more user-friendly. Take, for example, Guardians Guild, which received a 4.9/5 rating when it went live on the app store and had over 30,000 downloads in just two days.

Players don't need to understand the underlying technology to play.

Immutable's Passport has over 1.5 million registered users, making getting started a breeze. One new gamer said, "My brother has never tried Web3 games, and he never thought of writing his seed words. But he's been playing Guardians Guild, he's created a Passport account, and he's completely addicted. ”

The focus shifted from complex settings to a seamless gaming experience. You don't need to be a blockchain expert, just a player who is ready to experience the next step in digital ownership.

If players don't want to, they can jump into the game without needing to see the word "blockchain".

Fiction: Web3 games are just "pay-to-win" scams

While concerns about over-financialization or "pay-to-win" of some Web3 games are justified, dismissing the entire category as a scam is an outdated and inaccurate perception.

The reality is more complex, with games like EverFinite, Illuvium, and Otherworldly, offering unique gameplay and economic models designed to benefit players and developers alike.

Unlike pure "pay-to-win," they allow players to create, own, and monetize in-game content and experiences.

Fact: Players can earn real money without spending a penny in Web3 games

Web3 gaming isn't just about "pay to win," it's about "play to own." It's a game-changer that your time, skills, and strategy can translate into real-world value.

In the case of Endless Gods, players earn cards through daily play, which can be traded or sold for real money with no initial investment required.

The numbers speak for themselves. Web3 players of Endless Gods are trading over $130 per month and have continued to do so for years. They spend 25% more time per day than the top 24% of mobile games. It's not just about engagement, it's about empowerment.

Guild of Guardians takes it a step further, allowing players to start with no Web3 elements and gradually upgrade their Guardians to access Web3 features.

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Fiction: Web3 games have poor graphics

Just like traditional games, Web3 games cover a wide range of art styles and picture quality levels. From pixel-style indie games to AAA-level high-quality graphics, the Web3 gaming world offers options for every visual preference.

Advancements in blockchain technology have made it possible to have more complex game worlds and smooth gaming experiences. Major game engines like Unity and Unreal Engine now support Web3 development, opening the door to visually stunning gaming experiences.

Fact: Next-Gen graphics are driving the Web3 gaming industry

Web3 gaming is pushing the boundaries of visual fidelity.

AAA space opera Web3 MMORPGs like Space Nation Online bring host-level image quality to the blockchain space. The Red One, an extraction shooter developed with Unreal Engine 5, showcases how Web3 games can leverage state-of-the-art game engines to achieve stunning visuals.

Even strategy games are undergoing visual upgrades. Medieval Empires offers an extremely detailed historical world that proves that Web3 games can deliver strategic depth and compelling graphics. The focus on quality is not limited to individual games.

Robbie Ferguson, co-founder of Immutable, emphasized, "The games we work with have to be high-quality games that you want to play outside of Web3. This is a very important criterion. ”

Web3 gaming isn't just catching up with the image quality of traditional games – in many cases, it's leading the way in the next generation of visual experiences.

Fiction: Web3 games are just for crypto brothers and NFT collectors

Many people think of Web3 gaming as a niche playground for blockchain enthusiasts. This classic outdated view misses the point.

Fact: Millions of mainstream gamers are already playing Web3 games (what about you?). ）

Web3 gaming is going mainstream, and the numbers don't lie.

Immutable zkEVM alone has surged to nearly 2 million monthly active users.

Major players are pouring in. Netmarble, one of the world's largest game publishers, is migrating its MARBLEX platform and three popular games to Immutable. These games, including Ni no Kuni: Cross Worlds and A3: Still Alive, have over 1 million monthly active users and over $80 million in revenue in 2024.

It's not just the already popular game.

Mysterious Society, developed by former Disney and ClubPenguin veterans, and Baby Shark Universe, which has been downloaded more than 10 million times, are also using web3 technology. Even sports games are getting involved, with the former EA GM bringing Somnis Rumble Rush to the Immutable platform.

The shift is already clear: web3 gaming isn't just for crypto enthusiasts.

It is for all those who like good games.