In the rapidly evolving landscape of digital gaming, Tezos has emerged as a formidable force, spearheading the integration of blockchain technology into the gaming world. With its cutting-edge approach, Tezos is not just participating in the gaming industry; it is actively reshaping it. This transformation is led by innovative minds like Jeremy Foo, Head of Gaming at Trilitech, who is at the forefront of bringing these pioneering changes to life. In the last two months, Tezos has unveiled an array of gaming projects, each unique in its design and utilization of blockchain, highlighting the versatility and potential of this technology in creating diverse gaming experiences. This article explores just 7 of these projects.

Coin Blast: Trivia and Strategy Combined

“Coin Blast” is a unique PVP social wagering game where players engage in trivia challenges against friends. Foo describes it as an opportunity for players to “enjoy playing trivia against your friends,” where success can lead to winning tez/XTZ from them. Currently in soft launch in emerging markets, it’s a part of Tezos’s initiative to blend gaming with blockchain, making it accessible at CoinBlast.fun. This game is just the beginning, with more innovative concepts like a Sliver game and an Agar IO type game set to launch by the year’s end.

BattleTabs: Battleships Reimagined

BattleTabs introduces a unique blockchain twist to the classic battleship game genre. Foo emphasizes its distinctiveness, saying, “That’s a unique take on the battleships game genre.” The integration of NFTs into this familiar format is a significant stride in blending traditional gaming with the innovative capabilities of blockchain. This development provides a richer, more nuanced gaming experience, leveraging the properties of NFTs to enhance player engagement and interaction. Further details about BattleTabs and its innovative approach to gaming can be explored at BattleTabs.

Star Symphony: A Musical Blockchain Journey

Star Symphony is another gaming organization who have partnered with TZAPAC to bring Web3 gaming to Tezos. Star Symphony represents a leap in blockchain gaming with its rhythm-based, anime-themed approach. Foo highlights the game’s creative direction: “They’re building a rhythm game with an anime style team where the characters you can collect will be NFTs.” This game, advised by one of the co-founders of Guitar Hero, offers a unique blend of music, gaming, and blockchain technology, where players collect and level up characters, enriching their gaming experience. The ability to level up characters and utilize their unique abilities provides a deep, strategic layer to the gameplay. The alpha version of Star Symphony is available for players to dive into this rhythmic adventure at Star Symphony.

Hermit Craft Studios’ Football Management Game

In collaboration with Hermit Craft Studios, Tezos is developing a football management game, leveraging the studio’s experience in Web2 games. Foo expresses enthusiasm for this partnership: “We’re working with them to build a football management game.” This game is expected to launch late next year, marking a significant fusion of traditional football management gaming with the innovative features of Web3. The collaboration with a studio known for its successful track record in launching games with top-tier IPs like Manchester City and PSG indicates the high potential and quality of this upcoming game.

Chestnuts: Strategic PVP Gaming on Blockchain

“Chestnuts,” a top-down PVP game, is another intriguing addition to Tezos’s gaming portfolio. As Foo mentions, “They’re a top-down PVP game with an on-chain leaderboard and tournament rewards paid out in tez on chain.” This game is currently fine-tuning its integration with blockchain and is expected to launch on Tezos in November, offering a unique competitive gaming experience with the added dimension of blockchain technology. The implementation of an on-chain leaderboard and tournament rewards demonstrates Tezos’s commitment to creating immersive, blockchain-integrated gaming experiences.

TrackMind: AI-Powered Racing Strategy

Additionally, “TrackMind” adds a distinct flavor to Tezos’s gaming offerings, being a chat-based AI racing game that focuses on strategy and management. Players lead their racing team, making crucial decisions to navigate diverse tracks and weather conditions. This game adds a strategic layer to the Tezos gaming portfolio, combining the excitement of racing with the complexities of team management and strategy. More insights on this strategic game can be found at TrackMind.

Third World: The Bottom Dimension

Third World: The Bottom Dimension” is a free-to-download (via Steam), multi-level, single-player PC game commissioned and produced by Serpentine Arts Technologies. It was released on 23 June 2023. The game aims to serve as a consciousness-raising tool, exploring the Black Brazilian experience and its intersection with the ramifications of colonialism across physical and digital realities. The game was recently exhibited at Serpentine’s North Gallery and participants had glowing reviews for the game.

Unity SDK: Empowering Developers on Tezos

Beyond these games, Tezos’s commitment to supporting developers is evident in their enhancement of the Unity SDK. This initiative aims to streamline the experience for game developers, fostering more innovative gaming experiences on the Tezos blockchain. As Tezos continues to expand its gaming portfolio and integrate blockchain technology, it sets new standards in digital entertainment. Foo’s enthusiasm for these developments is palpable: “It’s certainly an exciting month and I’m excited to share all these updates with you.” This era marks a significant milestone in the fusion of gaming and blockchain, with Tezos at the helm of this revolutionary journey.