Oh, great, another token launch. But this time, Bitget’s giving us a chance to feel special with their pre-market listing of Gamee’s WAT token before the TGE on September 23rd. For those of us who can’t get enough of Web3 games and staking our hard-earned GMEE tokens and random NFTs like Pudgy Penguins (yes, really), this one’s for you. So, what’s the deal? Gamee’s WAT is a social reward program where you can earn WATPoints by completing tasks on Telegram’s WatBird app and its mini-game spin-off, WatBird Racer. It's basically like playing video games, but instead of earning bragging rights, you get… well, tokens worth less than your morning coffee. The juicy part? A whopping 12.5% of the total supply (worth a modest $6 million) will be airdropped to about 1,500 lucky stakers across 5 million accounts. So yeah, you’re probably in line for a solid $1.20 – maybe even $10 if you’re a top user. Just think of all the things you can’t buy with that. Apparently, Gamee's got backing from Pantera Capital and TON Ventures, so this isn't just another meme token (we hope). With 1 million daily active users, they’re flexing some serious traction, but hey, when isn’t everyone doing that in crypto? But hey, if you’re into early access and tiny airdrops, this could be your next “why not?” move. Otherwise, back to hodling, I guess.

Alright, folks, grab your popcorn because the blockchain drama never stops. You thought crypto was about decentralized finance and digital freedom? Nah, it’s about courtroom battles and jet-setting with celebrities. Case in point: Gala Games, who just lost their lawsuit against Dutch devs Gamedia… because, apparently, the California court was like, “Not our problem, buddy.” In case you missed it, this all started with Gala forking and burning their tokens back in May 2023, conveniently around the same time two of their co-founders—Eric Schiermeyer and Wright Thurston—were at each other’s throats. Thurston allegedly ran off with some tokens, so Gala’s big-brain move was to burn them, making sure the stolen stash was worthless. Nothing says “we got this under control” like setting your own assets on fire. Now, cue Gamedia. They were working on Spider Tanks with Gala, and things seemed peachy until Gamedia realized they were getting ghosted on funding and revenue payments. But hey, at least Gala was busy with more important things, like blowing millions on celebs, jets, and real estate. Who needs to pay developers when you can buy a mansion, right? After Gamedia raised concerns (multiple times, mind you), Gala did what any rational company would do—they sued them and tried to grab the IP for Spider Tanks. Because why actually fix things when you can lawyer up instead? Fast forward to today: Gamedia won, Gala’s still spinning plates, and Spider Tanks is chilling in limbo. Some folks are betting it’ll jump ship to another blockchain, probably because it’s better to be anywhere other than Gala’s sinking ecosystem. Solana, anyone? So, if you’re keeping score: Gala’s got lawsuits, burnt tokens, and a PR disaster bigger than their abandoned film and music projects. But hey, maybe next week they’ll sue the blockchain itself. Nothing surprises me anymore.

A crypto trader recently made headlines by purchasing a rare CryptoPunk NFT, valued at $1.5 million, for just $23,000. The unexpected deal raised eyebrows across the NFT and crypto communities. The CryptoPunk in question, known for its unique pixel art, was snagged at a bargain price, leading many to wonder if it was a case of luck, a glitch, or a mistake by the original owner. Either way, it’s definitely sparked plenty of buzz about the wild world of NFTs and their sometimes unpredictable market!

Bitcoin has surged past the $58,000 mark, riding the wave of a broader tech stock rally. Investors are feeling the excitement as digital assets mirror the strong performance in the tech sector. Meanwhile, SUI, a popular altcoin, is also making waves, outperforming many of its peers. This bullish momentum in both Bitcoin and SUI signals a renewed optimism in the crypto space, as traders and investors look to capitalize on the current market upswing. Keep an eye on these trends—they could be setting the stage for more gains ahead!

 Wingbits, a decentralized physical infrastructure network (DePIN) focused on flight tracking, has just secured $3.5 million in funding! The protocol uses cutting-edge technology to gather and share real-time flight data, empowering businesses and aviation enthusiasts alike with more accurate information. The funding will help Wingbits expand its network and improve its flight-tracking capabilities. As DePIN projects continue to grow in popularity, Wingbits is soaring toward a future where decentralized networks provide more transparent and efficient data solutions for the aviation industry. Exciting times ahead for flight tracking! ✈️

So apparently, Axie Infinity 2.0 (aka Axie Origins) is officially turning 2 on September 14th. Yeah, you heard that right. If you’re one of the OGs who survived the rollercoaster ride since 2018, congrats. 🎉 Sky Mavis is feeling generous—probably because the player base is no longer scraping the 10k-DAU bottom. They’re handing out AXP boosters, Moonshards, and some “exclusive” stickers and avatars. All you gotta do is log in for 9 days straight starting Sept 11th. It’s like a daily attendance sheet, but for prizes you didn’t ask for. Oh, and did I mention Season 10’s rolling out too? If you’ve got any desire left to grind, there’s a cool $100,000 (24,000 AXS) on the line. So yeah, it’s not all Moonshard stickers. Now, for the real stats nerds out there: remember when Axie was floundering at 10k DAUs? Well, thanks to the “Bounty Boards” from April, they’ve somehow hit the 80k mark. Maybe people are into this whole bounty thing—go figure. 🤷‍♂️ Meanwhile, over on the Ronin blockchain, the platform’s housing some other games worth mentioning (if you’ve heard of ‘em). There’s the web3 social RPG Pixels, still sitting on its DAU throne, plus Apeiron, Wild Forest, and Lummiterra slowly gaining ground. And with 27 million wallets registered, the Ronin chain keeps plugging away. So, what’s your move? Grinding for those exclusive stickers, or are we all just here for the AXS prize pool?

Looks like Nazara, one of the bigger players in the Indian gaming industry, just dropped a cool $2.2 million to snag a 15.86% stake in Stan, the mobile-first esports and fandom platform that’s been creeping up on the charts lately. Yeah, you heard me right—Nazara Dubai whipped out the cash in an all-out secondary transaction (sounds fancy but it’s just a buyout without the party invites). 🤑 For those living under a rock, Stan’s been doing some interesting moves, like their hookup with Aptos Labs to get all blockchain-y earlier this year. They’ve also been pushing NFTs and UGC (user-generated content) tools like it’s the second coming of Web3. Apparently, they’ve reeled in 500k paying users and a modest user base of 15 million—no biggie. 🎯 Nazara’s CEO is hyped, obviously, talking about how this fits right into their “vision” to dominate the global esports ecosystem. Spoiler alert: esports is the ecosystem now, didn’t you know? And Stan’s CEO is out here promising they’re going to “redefine” gaming and esports, because why not add a sprinkle of buzzwords for good measure? 🌐 TL;DR: Nazara just made a chess move with Stan. Blockchain, NFTs, and the obligatory “gaming community” talk. Let’s see if this pays off in any way that doesn’t end with us holding bags of JPEGs. 😎

Last week, NFT marketplace OpenSea revealed it anticipates a lawsuit from the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), sparking widespread concern in the crypto industry. The SEC’s potential action could affect several NFT projects, especially those marketed with promises of investment returns or long-term value. Experts believe the SEC may follow a similar approach as with previous crypto enforcement, initially targeting projects with the most egregious cases. However, not all NFT projects are likely to face immediate legal action. The outcome of the case could set a significant precedent for the NFT industry.

Oh great, another blockchain! Just what we needed, right? Joyride Games, now rebranded as Super Champs (because changing names is the real alpha move in Web3), is flexing with their upcoming Super Champs Chain. They’re not just hopping on one blockchain. Oh no, they’re stacking like it's Tetris—using Arbitrum to Base to Ethereum. Yup, that’s three layers deep, because more layers = more legit. And if that wasn’t enough, they’re teasing us with a shiny new token, CHAMPS. Because we definitely needed another token to keep track of. Let me just clear my wallet real quick. Apparently, they’re already accounting for 10% of all Base transactions with their games Racket Rampage and Bullet League. Which is impressive, I guess, if you’re into hyper-casual gaming and stats that sound way bigger than they feel. Oh, and don’t worry, they’re rolling out BuilderKit, a platform for developers to bring high-quality games (aka reskinned clones) into the Super Champs Universe. It’s like they’re building a Web3 Disneyland, but instead of roller coasters, we get mobile games with slightly better tokenomics. So yeah, grab your CHAMPS token and prepare for this ‘top 5 blockchain gaming ecosystem’—because clearly, what the world needs is more ways to play Bullet League while we wait for the next big rug pull. Stay safe out there, degens!

Alright folks, buckle up, MetalCore is coming in hot with some major upgrades. The game is ditching Unreal Engine 4 and rolling into Unreal Engine 5—because obviously, you weren’t grinding enough on your rig to get those extra 15 FPS. Sure, UE5 will make it prettier and more "optimized," so maybe your ancient PC won’t explode like it’s mining $ETH, but hey, time will tell. And in case you were feeling exclusive in those closed beta tests, guess what? MetalCore is opening the floodgates with a rolling open beta starting on September 12th. They're calling this epic Season 1 “MetalPunk Rhapsody” because why not throw some Freddy Mercury vibes in your sci-fi shooter? Get ready for four weeks of themed content, skins, and some lore about the MetalPunks faction. It's like a battle pass but with a side of dystopian fashion. Speaking of seasons, they’ve lined up the Gear Breakers and Holy Corp for future ones, so don't worry, there’s plenty of pew-pew for everyone. Oh, and did I mention? They’ve added PVP bounties, missions, 10-player PvE raids (because why suffer alone?), and unit rarities. Now you get to obsess over your mechs and vehicles’ randomized stats like you’re reading crypto charts. RNGesus, take the wheel. And the cherry on top? A new rewards system because nothing says “thank you for playing” like grinding for time-limited prizes that may or may not make you OP for 10 minutes. Matt Candler, CEO of Studio369, says, "We've listened to the community..." Yeah, Matt, that’s cool and all, but what we really want to know is if the servers will hold when everyone shows up with their budget GPUs. Guess we’ll find out on September 12. Get your MetalPunk ready and pray to the UE5 gods. See you on Kerberos—or more likely, see you in the queue.