August was packed with events, partnerships, game launches, and record-breaking milestones.
Seriously, these last months have been go-go-GO! (and we love it.)
It’s clear that web3 is picking up momentum – but we’ve still got work to do.
This is why we flew to Cologne, Germany, to attend Gamescom 2024, the world’s largest video game event. We were also the only blockchain platform there (someone needs to do it.)
Our booths were packed, the team was buzzing, and the crowd loved us. You can read more about our experience in our recent recap, but the reception we saw from web2 gamers is a great signal for the adoption of web3 gaming in the coming years.
Let’s dive into all the other exciting news that happened last month:
MARBLEX x Immutable
We’re official.
Cemented by Robbie signing the agreement with CEO Hong Jin at Netmarble’s HQ in Korea just last week!
While we previously announced this collaboration, the official signing ceremony this month underscores our commitment and sets the stage for an unprecedented leap in web3 gaming adoption.
Through our joint $20 million Ecosystem Boost Program, we plan to fund incredible web3 games and identify (and help transition) pioneering web2 game studios into the web3 space.
Through this partnership and initiative, we hope to bring true digital ownership to millions of players worldwide.
But our partnerships don’t end there, here are other notable announcements:
- KANOI is bringing beloved anima and manga IPs to web3.
- Norma in Metaland is set to launch a casual cooking simulation with a blockchain twist.
- Squid is now live on Immutable Toolkit and Passport, allowing users to swap into $IMX, $GOG, and other Immutable zkEVM tokens from any EVM or Cosmos chain.
- Fireblocks, a leading digital asset management platform (with an official license from New York Department of Financial Services to offer cryptocurrency custody services to US clients) joins Immutable bringing enhanced security and reliability to our ecosystem.
These partnerships aren't just about expanding our portfolio.
We’re looking ahead and creating a diverse, accessible, and exciting web3 gaming universe for gamers to thrive in.
Game on: recent launches and upcoming titles
The Immutable ecosystem is buzzing with activity.
We’ve now got over 400+ games building on Immutable!
It’s hard to keep track of them all, so visit our Play Page to learn more about each one.
Here is a rapid-fire of the most recent launches:
- Space Nation: The web3 Space Opera MMORPG just wrapped up its Main Quest, giving players a taste of interstellar gaming.
- Medieval Empires: A mid-core multiplayer online strategy game based in a blockchain-powered historical world.
- Nemesis Downfall: A play-to-earn, multiplayer first-person shooter game that features both free-to-play and competitive, tournament-style gameplay.
- Somnis Rumble Rush: Experience a world where dreams and nightmares collide, strategies are forged, and legends are born.
- Descend.GG: Catch pets and crawl dungeons in an MMORPG3
- The Watch: Dominate your enemy in a fast-paced Action-RTS blended with MOBA gameplay.
And some upcoming games to keep an eye on:
- Project Kyzen: Fast-paced third-person action in bite-sized arenas
- HAVOC (by PanoVerse): Think fast, shoot faster in this genre-bending third-person shooter
- RavenQuest: Early Access to this massive MMORPG is live. 7+ years of development meets web3 tech
- Revomon: Pokémon-inspired monster battling
With this incredible lineup, there's something for every gamer out there. But the games are just part of the story. Let's talk about the people behind the controllers.
Passport signups surge past 2 million
Our Immutable Passport hit a monumental milestone – surpassing 2 million signups!
But how did we get here? Let's rewind a bit:
- In April 2023, we launched the first version of Passport, addressing a crucial need in the web3 gaming space: a user-friendly wallet solution to onboard mainstream players.
- Early case studies showed promising results: Passport doubled completion rates compared to traditional wallet creation processes.
- The real turbo boost came with the launch of Immutable zkEVM in January 2024, creating the perfect environment for exponential growth.
Today, Passport offers a one-click social login to your favorite game.
This rapid growth underscores the increasing adoption of web3 gaming and the trust players place in our ecosystem.
Own your future with Immutable
The future of gaming isn't just coming – it's here, and it's on Immutable.
Whether you're a gamer, developer, or just curious about the future of digital entertainment, there's never been a better time to get involved.
So, are you ready to join us?
Let's build the future of gaming together.
