Welcome to the Tabi Bi-Weekly NFT roundup. Let’s look at some of the most viral NFT news pieces of recent.
Zynga, the developer behind FarmVille, introduces its inaugural Web3 game: Sugartown.
Zynga, the mobile gaming giant, has announced plans to release its first web3 game called Sugartown. Zynga is the gaming firm behind the blockbuster game Farmville.
Sugartown will be the first new Web3 game with an original IP by a major mobile game developer.According to Zynga, its ambition is to empower players through a sustainable Web3 platform full of fun and enduring games.
Sugartown will be created to appeal to a native Web3 market but with the ambition of scaling much wider over time. The debut of the game will allow players to mint Oras, which are required to participate in the game’s free-to-play mini-games.
Thus, players will use their ERC-721 Ora token as proof of ownership to gain entry. By staking Oras, players can earn energy, which can then be used to play Sugartown games and earn Sugar, the in-game currency used to unlock rewards.
https://twitter.com/visitsugartown/status/1691117593531437056
Amazon Prime Joins Forces with Mojo Melee for Exclusive NFT Giveaway
Amazon’s long-anticipated in-house NFT marketplace is still on hold, but the company is making strides with NFTs in a partnership with the game Mojo Melee. While the marketplace’s launch remains pending, Amazon Prime subscribers can now receive free tokens for the Polygon-based game.
Amazon Prime subscribers who create a Mojo Melee account are eligible for this promotion, offering an NFT champion named Gwyn Rockhopper and 850 units of the game’s non-tradable currency, ORE.
Unlike standard in-game items, these NFTs are accessible instantly, removing the need to reach a certain level within the game.
This initiative is part of an ongoing six-month promotion, ensuring participants receive regular bonus content, including additional NFTs and in-game advantages.
Mojo Melee received significant funding in December 2021 and is now reaping the rewards of its Amazon Prime collaboration.
https://twitter.com/WeArePlanetMojo/status/1686784927273041925
VeeFriends Collaborates with Reebok to Launch ‘Aspiring Alpaca’ Sneaker Line
VeeFriends and Reebok have teamed up unexpectedly to release a collection of sneakers themed around ‘Aspiring Alpaca’.
The sneakers feature Reebok’s signature nylon casing and premium suede overlays, with the VeeFriends logo displayed prominently on the side and the ‘Aspiring Alpaca’ image from Series 1 adorning the tongue.
NFT holders of the Series 1 ‘Aspiring Alpaca’ NFT can claim a free pair of these sneakers until August 17. Additionally, both Series 1 and 2 VeeFriends NFT holders can access an early pre-sale from August 17 to 24. The collection will later become available for global purchase.
VeeFriends continues to set a high standard for NFT collaborations, having secured impressive partnerships with brands like Jazwares, Johnnie Walker, Toys ‘Я’ Us, Mattel, and Snoop Dogg. As VeeFriends and Reebok join forces, fans eagerly anticipate the next innovative move from the Vaynerchuk team.
https://twitter.com/veefriends/status/1687101478090297345
Pudgy Penguins Expands with Kids’ Toys and Global Reach
Following the astounding success of their Banana Suit collectibles’ 7-second sellout, Pudgy Penguins is unveiling a new ‘Left Facing’ kids’ toy line. Partnering with NTWRK and SASOM, the move targets both art enthusiasts and the thriving Asian market.
Their Amazon debut was a hit, selling 20,000 vinyl and plush toys in 48 hours, amassing around $500,000. This success overshadowed industry giants like Disney and Lego.
Accompanying the tangible toys are ‘digital experience codes’, immersing collectors in the captivating ‘Pudgy World’. This popularity has significantly impacted the Pudgy Penguins NFT market, boosting the least expensive NFT by 22%, from $8,800 to around $10,000.
Despite debates over incorporating crypto in children’s products, Pudgy Penguins remains committed to engaging mainstream collectors through these innovative offerings.
https://twitter.com/pudgypenguins/status/1688698526727868416
nWay’s Wreck League and Aavegotchi’s Exciting Developments
Animoca Brands subsidiary nWay is set to launch the ‘Wreck League,’ an AAA NFT fighting game in September. Players will construct custom wrecking machines from interchangeable NFT parts, competing in fierce 1v1 PVP battles within the league arena. Each machine comprises 10 NFT components, allowing for over a quadrillion combinations.
Aavegotchi, led by Gaming Veteran Andy Tudor, is making significant progress. A first-person style battle game and the Gotchi Guardians RPG are in development, offering immersive adventures in the Gotchiverse. These updates feature higher resolution graphics and stunning 3D rendering of Aavegotchi characters.
While some development teams await market improvements, nWay and Aavegotchi are pushing forward with innovative projects and captivating advancements.
https://twitter.com/aavegotchi/status/1686893371623866370
Wolf Game Partners with Intellectual Powerhouse Pixel Vault
Web3 gaming standout Wolf Game has teamed up with Pixel Vault to elevate its strategic prowess. The collaboration which is a culmination of discussions spanning a year and a half, is centered on intellectual property strengths and integration on the Reboot Protocol.
Wolf Game distinguishes itself with a strategic ecosystem pitting players as Sheep or Wolves vying for the prized $WOOL blockchain token. The token boasts a noteworthy 24-hour trading volume of $38,905, attracting prominent NFT personalities including Gmoney, Gary Vee, and Beanie.
To earn in the game, players navigate shrewd strategies to accrue passive income by staking NFT avatars, but the challenge lies in safeguarding earnings from rival Wolves.
With Pixel Vault’s involvement, Wolf Game’s trajectory may be set for further acceleration.
As per the agreement, Pixel will hold perpetual rights to steer Wolf Game’s future to amplify the gaming experiences and facilitate a seamless transition to the Reboot Protocol.
https://twitter.com/pixelvault_/status/1689023733418356736
Reddit’s Sneaky NFT Success on Polygon’s Layer-2: 20 Million Strong
Reddit’s layer-2 network Polygon has quietly seen its non-fungible tokens (NFTs) exceed 20 million in number. Dune Analytics reveals that 20,323,749 collectible avatars have been minted since the project’s launch in July 2022, now held by 16,361,793 holders.
The number of holders surged by a staggering 118,074% between August 13, 2022, and August 13, 2023, with over 14 million being single avatar holders. The collective sales volume of Reddit Collectible Avatars NFTs is close to $40.6 million, and their market capitalization rests just below $38.8 million, with a primary sales volume of $6.48 million.
Moreover, the recently launched Gen 4, dubbed ‘Retro Reimagined,’ constitutes the largest addition to Reddit’s limited-edition NFT collection. To date, 39,978 Gen 4 avatars have been minted by 12,753 minters, held by 12,765 holders. Primary sales volume stands at $845,210, with 4,015 secondary sales recorded.
On the other hand, Generation 3 has achieved a cumulative sales volume of slightly over $3.41 million. This phase saw 35,090 total sales, minting 9.37 million Gen 3 avatars, 41,684 holders, and 23,825 single avatar holders.
Polygon founder Sandeep Nailwal noted that products in its ecosystem, including Reddit Avatars, are discreetly reaching “magic inflection points” of growth in response to these recent figures.
https://twitter.com/NFTgators/status/1690646054176239616
“nd4.eth”: Mysterious Crypto User Burns $8 Million in Cryptocurrency and NFTs
An enigmatic crypto user “nd4.eth” has caught the spotlight by inexplicably “burning” around $8 million worth of cryptocurrency and high-value blue-chip NFTs. This puzzling act has left the crypto and NFT communities both baffled and intensely curious.
In this mysterious move, the anonymous trader obliterated $3.3 million worth of crypto tokens GMX and GNS, along with several pricey NFTs. This followed another perplexing occurrence just days earlier, where approximately $4.5 million in assets (about 2,500 ETH at the time) were similarly burned, devoid of any explanation.
Among the tokens, numerous high-value NFTs were also consigned to oblivion. These included items from Bored Ape Yacht Club (BAYC), three Mutant Ape Yacht Club (MAYC) NFTs, and the sought-after CryptoPunk #5237. Considering the current floor prices of these NFT projects, the collective value was estimated to be around $225,000 (or 122 ETH).
This peculiar conduct in both instances, however, did not involve a sale or transfer. Instead, these assets were directed to a designated wallet address that remains ownerless and inaccessible, effectively eliminating these resources from circulation, untouched and unreachable for all time.
https://twitter.com/punk9059/status/1689650321730285571
Nakamigos NFT Airdrop: HiFo Labs Unveils Exciting Move in Crypto Scene
HiFo Labs, the pioneering digital asset incubation studio, has unveiled an eagerly awaited move — a substantial NFT airdrop tied to the Nakamigos NFT collection.
The studio’s blog post on August 8 marked the official launch of the airdrop, following a suspenseful teaser in the previous month.
Nakamigos, an NFT collection with 20,000 NFTs on Ethereum, emerged in March 2023, resembling CryptoPunks in its prominence.
The NFT journey took shape from the creative vision of digital artist Sartoshi in November 2021, and despite a change in direction, Nakamigos entered the NFT market on March 23, captivating both NFT enthusiasts and investors.
https://twitter.com/NakamlgosNFT/status/1688604494328700928
Toyota Australia’s GR-ID Program for GR Yaris Rallye Owners
Toyota Australia has rolled out a novel Web3 and non-fungible token (NFT) initiative tailored for GR Yaris Rallye owners, named GR-ID. This program introduces a range of perks for NFT holders, including a $50 VISA Digital gift card, the chance to evolve their NFT design, and exclusive access to events.
Minted on the advanced Immutable X layer-2 scaling solution for Ethereum blockchain NFTs, GR-ID NFTs are offered at no cost to eligible participants. The quantity of NFTs in the collection will be based on the minting during the designated phase. The holders can also customize their NFT appearance with decals, stickers, and accessories.
Beyond initial benefits, GR-ID NFT holders can earn additional rewards by participating in activities like driving their GR Yaris Rallye, completing challenges, and referring friends. Toyota plans to continuously introduce fresh rewards to the GR-ID program.
This move marks Toyota’s first venture into the Web3 and NFT realm, aligning with a trend in the automotive industry. Hyundai launched an NFT membership club for IONIQ 6 electric vehicle owners in July, and Mercedes-Benz announced plans for a metaverse for its customers in March.
Kuroro Beast Brawl Season 2 Brings $15k in Prizes and Faction Fun
Trudan Studios, the creators of the free-to-play turn-based PvP game, Kuroro Beast Brawl, in partnership with decentralized gaming publisher Treasure, have announced the launch of Season 2 of early access with over $15k in prizes.
Referred to as both Season 2 of early access and an open alpha on the Kuroro Beasts gaming ecosystem’s official website, this version enables players to engage in turn-based PvP gameplay via web browsers.
Access requires logging in with a Discord account and being part of the Kuroro Beasts official Discord server.
The current season emphasizes Factions, introducing three new features: Faction Contest, Faction Abilities, and Faction Leaders.
For additional details, a Twitter thread is provided with links to informative articles. The early access phase started on August 3rd and is scheduled to run for approximately a month.
https://twitter.com/kurorobeast/status/1687169997661937665
Tabi Highlights
- Our Discord channel surpassed 750k members. This is a feat rarely achieved by most projects on the Discord network.
https://twitter.com/Tabi_NFT/status/1689982496908210177 - Our request sent to the Discord team to increase our Discord channel capacity, got approved. Now we can welcome even more users to our channel.
https://twitter.com/Tabi_NFT/status/1690330954190241792
