Category: Meta Matters
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The Sandbox Launches Quick Loop Game Jam with 50K SAND Rewards
The Sandbox launches Quick Loop Game Jam, offering 50K SAND tokens and virtual land rewards for creators building replayable games using its no-code Game Maker tool. Submissions close June 17.
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Planet Mojo to Shut Down Games, Shifting Focus to MovieFlo.AI
Planet Mojo is shutting down all its web3 games by July 2025, citing market challenges. The studio will pivot to MovieFlo.AI, an AI video creation tool, ending development of titles like Mojo Melee and WWA.
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Meta to make AI-powered mixed-reality headsets for US military
Meta partners with defense contractor Anduril to develop AI-powered VR/AR headsets for the US military, enhancing battlefield intelligence and decision-making through real-time data integration.
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This Week in Crypto Games: GameStop Buys Bitcoin, More Ethereum Games Close Up Shop – Decrypt
GameStop purchased $512M in Bitcoin as a hedge, while two Ethereum games shut down due to funding issues, reflecting broader challenges in the crypto gaming industry.
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Crypto Game Crashouts: The Biggest Shutdowns So Far in 2025 – Decrypt
Several prominent crypto games, including Deadrop, Ember Sword, and Nyan Heroes, shut down in 2025 due to funding issues and lack of player adoption, highlighting challenges in the blockchain gaming sector.
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Ethereum Games ‘Realms of Alurya’ and ‘Wonder Wars’ Latest to Go Offline – Decrypt
Ethereum games ‘Realms of Alurya’ and ‘Wonder Wars’ are shutting down due to lack of funding, adding to a trend of discontinued crypto games this year.
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DePIN Project Mawari, Japan’s VTuber Agencies Partner to XR Platform for Fan Engagement – Blockchain Bitcoin News
Mawari Corporation introduces Vtubexr, an XR platform for immersive 3D Vtuber fan interactions, eliminating the need for specialized studio setups through DePIN technology.
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Somnis: Rumble Rush Pushes Major Update with Fresh Rewards
Somnis: Rumble Rush releases a major update with new PvE chapters, NFT upgrades to Level 60, card balancing, and enhanced Battle Pass rewards offering significantly more gold.
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Shatterline to End Online Play, Shifts to Single-Player in June
Shatterline, a sci-fi FPS, will end online multiplayer on June 26, shifting to single-player only. The game transitions to a pay-to-own model with future updates focusing on solo content.
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Realms Closed Alpha Is Now Underway, Ends June 14
Realms’ closed alpha test for its chain-agnostic RPG is underway, ending June 14. Kojin Genesis NFT holders can participate in Extraction mode for rewards like $RON, $AVAX, and exclusive mounts.
