This Week in Crypto Games: 'Off the Grid' Coming to Steam, Ethereum's 'Ember Sword' Shuts Down
Off the Grid, an Avalanche-powered battle royale game, is transitioning players from testnet to the GUNZ mainnet, allowing real cryptocurrency trading of in-game items. Currently, only 0.13% of its 16.5 million players can access the mainnet marketplace, with high-value trades occurring, including a tactical vest sold for $2,393. The game plans to expand to Steam in June, despite Steam's ban on blockchain games. Ember Sword, an Ethereum-based MMORPG, has shut down due to lack of funding. Despite attracting significant investment during the 2021 metaverse boom, it failed to secure ongoing financing. The game's EMBER token has dropped over 99% from peak levels. This closure reflects a trend of crypto game shutdowns, with other recent closures including Nyan Heroes and Tatsumeeko. Craft World has raised $5 million for its crafting game, with over 240,000 players signed up. The Parallel TCG Prime League Season 2 Open III competition is set to begin on May 30th, featuring a $2,500 prize pool.
