Hey Hiveans😃
Solid Holiday greetings to you my friend. Just about 15 more days to Christmas, the chimes🎼, tbh this is the only time in the year I totally enjoy Michael Bublé - It's Beginning To Look A Lot Like Christmas song and play every morning at home, decorations up already yesterday 🎄.
The Friday #SpaceTalk on December 7th brought together influential personalities in the Web3 gaming space, featuring notable speakers such as @Yabapmatt, one of the founders of @Splinterlands, along with the dynamic hosting duo - Ice and Lil Auntie. Eric FA, the Business Developer from InLeo, added to the diverse panel, creating a vibrant discussion with over 1.5k viewers tuned in 😱. I have attempted a recap from the show base on how I understood it, hope you find it insightful.
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📌HOST Ice Breaker: Setting the Stage
The discussion commenced with the usual enthusiasm, although Ice had a minor setback with a YouTube song. Nevertheless, the hosts rallied the audience, expressing gratitude for early attendees. The buzz around Web3 gaming was noticeable, given the current surge in NFTs and blockchain technologies.
📌CO-HOST: Lil Auntie's Insight
Lil Auntie, an avid gamer herself, shared her journey into Web3 gaming, emphasizing her interest in play-to-earn concepts. She posed a crucial question to the audience: What key factors do you consider when choosing a Web3 gaming project to invest in?
📌GUEST SPEAKER: Yabapmatt Unveils Splinterlands
The brilliant Wizard @Yabapmatt, representing #Splinterlands, delved into the unique features of OUR [It's a community thing😁) blockchain-based trading card game. The game combines elements of a trading card game with an auto-battler, providing players with short, dynamic battles and a variety of random rulesets. Yabapmatt highlighted the importance of the multiplayer aspect and the excitement of building teams for different scenarios.
Yabapmatt shared insights into Splinterlands' integration of DAOs and tokens, where players have a stake in the game's decisions. The recent pack sale, orchestrated by a DAO, demonstrated a collaborative approach, with revenues split between the DAO and the development team.
What other #web3 game offers an amazing community where Devs and Players interact effortlessly. So much Love and commitment here people❤️
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📌The Challenge of Genuine Enjoyment
A new speaker, @Mattlopez313, expressed concern about the current focus on speculation over genuine enjoyment in Web3 gaming. He stressed the need for games to prioritize player experience before delving into monetization strategies.
📜The Ego Problem in Blue Chip Projects:
The discussion kicked off with @EricFA shedding light on the prevalent ego problem in the realm of blue-chip projects. The problem of whether collaborating with others would be beneficial or detrimental caused an intelligent debate about trademark screening and the value these projects bring to the table. An agreement came about that collaboration is critical, but caution is also necessary.
🖥Play-to-Earn vs. Play and Earn:
@BitKing injected a new perspective by emphasizing the importance of prioritizing the gaming experience over earning. He argued passionately for marketing the joy of gaming rather than focusing solely on financial incentives. Ice_NFTs, the host, agreed, emphasizing the importance of creating compelling and genuinely enjoyable games that can stand on their own.
✒️The Utility of NFTs in Gaming, A Historical Perspective:
@Hostofspaces 51 brought in a historical backdrop, referencing past projects like Rumble Kongs that offered utility. The discussion progressed to the metaverse's untapped potential and the expectation of its growth in decentralized environments. Elon Musk's influence was also brought up, prompting speculation about how gaming will evolve during the bull run.
♻️Challenges of Web3 Gaming Development:
The hosts, especially Ice_NFTs, shared personal experiences, and talked about the difficulties of gaming on the Web3. Technical limitations, system upgrades, and the need for more streamlined gaming experiences were all addressed. A key takeaway was the importance of making games accessible to the average player/gamer without requiring excessive resource demands.
⚙️The Integration of NFT Collections in Games:
A notable revelation came from @UncleFunk, who shared insights into integrating NFT collections into games. By allowing founders and NFT owners to feature their collections, games can benefit from shared marketing efforts and synergies. The emphasis was on collaboration and creating win-win scenarios for both developers and NFT owners.
🔮The Future of Web3 Gaming NFTs:
@Always_Oblak The ambiguity surrounding which Web3 gaming NFTs would dominate was emphasized. The topic of Star Atlas was brought up, but the emphasis remained on simplicity, good UI/UX, and community rewards as winning factors. The panelists agreed that the future of Web3 gaming lies in developing games that are simple to play and visually appealing, with a focus on user experience and community engagement. TBF #Splinterlands won many hearts on space as THE GAME TO LOOK OUT FOR🚀
📌MY CONCLUSION
The Ice Breaker 28 session was a deep dive into the multifaceted world of Web3 gaming NFTs. From navigating ego challenges to envisioning the future of the metaverse, the panelists provided valuable insights. As the bull run continues, the key to dominance in this space lies in the balance between innovation, collaboration, and a relentless focus on delivering exceptional gaming experiences. The conversation echoed a resounding call to developers: create games that captivate, reward, and sustain - the trifecta for success in the Web3 gaming NFT era. Until next time, Hive, Zealy & Be Lucky🍀
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