Article reprinted from: Zen
Author: Zen, PANews
On December 13, the Ethereum Layer 3 gaming network Xai will launch 'Tiny Sentry Keys' to lower the entry threshold for its Sentry Key ecosystem. Sentry Keys are NFT-based licenses applicable to nodes operated by network supporters, which can earn rewards through staking. The Xai Foundation claims that, including the XAI token airdrop earlier this year, Sentry Key holders have collectively shared rewards and airdrops worth approximately $340 million.
The Xai Foundation has also stated that over '12 top games and ecosystem projects' are cooperating with it, offering rewards to Key holders. However, relevant games and information have not yet been disclosed, with only individual games like Valeria: Land Before the War confirmed to participate in the airdrop event. Based on existing public information, this article will review 10 games that are either already launched or will soon be launched on Xai.
Tollan
The Tollan universe is a rich fantasy world created by Foretold Studios. Tollan Survivors is a roguelite game that offers fast-paced action and cooperative combat, requiring strategic team collaboration, enhancing narrative depth and game excitement. Tollan Worlds continues the storyline of Tollan Survivors, drawing inspiration from popular games like (Diablo) and (Hades), bringing a richer RPG experience. Core members of the Foretold Studios team have previously collaborated with major studios such as Bandai Namco, Jam City, and CAPCOM, contributing to well-known games like (Resident Evil), (Titan Quest), (Mota's Son), and (Need for Speed). After three years of development, Foretold Studios has decided to migrate its main game from the Immutable platform to XAI.
Riftstorm
A lightweight Roguelike action RPG developed by Confiction Labs. Players will take on the role of Weavers, each with different abilities and equipment, allowing players to customize their primary and secondary weapons to match their play style. Riftstorm advocates for teamwork, dividing players into teams of three, where each player is extremely important to the team and overall game style. Players fight waves of enemies in procedurally generated dungeons, encountering Boss fights at the end of each level. Riftstorm envisions a collaborative economy for the future of gaming, allowing players to trade, sell, and publish their assets without predetermined rarity.
Planet-X
A treasure-hunting themed strategy mobile game that blends exploration, strategy, and real-time fast-paced hunting. In Planet-X, players will participate in a global treasure hunt, searching for treasure chests scattered across the map within a limited time, aiming to be the first to find the treasure. A core mechanic of the game is battling other players for precious loot, making encounters tense and strategic. Planet-X offers players two types of hunting modes: non-ranking hunting, ideal for beginners with smaller prize pools, suitable for practice and honing skills; and ranking hunting, which is more competitive with larger prize pools. Planet-X uses X-Droid as its main NFT, which not only serves as a character in the game but also a pass for players to gain a series of privileges.
Xtermination
A free multiplayer armored battle game where players can build, upgrade, and unleash armored vehicles in various modes such as PvP, team combat, and battle royale, participating in intense battles. All assets in Xtermination, including armored vehicles, are NFTs. The 'Destroy-to-Earn' mechanism allows players to earn rewards and loot that can be traded, used, or sold on a dedicated NFT marketplace. The unique builder mode in the game allows players to have their own studios to manufacture vehicles, ammunition, and arenas, directly contributing to the in-game economy. The game demo is expected to be released within six months.
MAYG
A turn-based third-person shooter multiplayer game, fully named My Angry Yakuza Girlfriend, set against a stylized 90s Tokyo backdrop. MAYG aims to attract a wide range of players, including competitive female gamers. Unlike traditional shooting games that rely on reflexes, it emphasizes prediction and strategic planning. Players must manage ammunition, form temporary alliances, and choose the right moment to attack. The turn-based nature of the game also ensures a fair competitive environment for global players, unaffected by network latency. MAYG is produced by Peeking Duck, with core team members including former head of Sega's Secret Level Studios Lukasz Drozdek, former head of Bandai Namco's casual games studio Danny Pisano, and former director of Pokerstars Asia Sinjin David Jung.
Valeria Games: Land Before the War
A real-time strategy (RTS) mobile game themed around biological collection, which fully launched on Android and iOS platforms on November 29, along with a month-long P2A event offering $LOV token rewards. Valeria: Land Before the War announced its migration from Polygon to Xai in July this year, featuring key mechanics such as story mode, PVP battles, and tournaments. As players continue to challenge themselves, they will unlock new champions, weapons, and item NFTs, while fully managing their in-game assets independently. Valeria Games currently plans to launch a total of three products, with the other two being a physical card game combined with NFT technology called Phygital Card Game, and a digital comic titled Land of Valeria.
The Lost Glitches
A RPG-style collectible card game developed by Honig Studios and published by Mimunga. The Lost Glitches is available for public testing on the Epic Games Store, blending web2 and web3 gaming elements, promising a seamless experience without transaction fees. The gameplay is designed to be both simple and challenging, with a key aspect being to build and optimize decks according to the player's preferred style, such as focusing on aggressive offense, defensive strategies, or balanced play. Victories on the battlefield not only increase the player's character experience but also reward $LOST tokens, which can be used to enhance character abilities and equipment.
Rainbow Rumble
A skill-based battle game launched by Crypto Unicorn, inspired by the TV shows Takeshi's Castle and Wipe Out. Rainbow Rumble requires players to have Crypto Unicorn NFTs and $RBW tokens to participate. The game offers two different modes: Duel mode and Sprint mode. Duel mode is perfect for those who enjoy challenges. In this mode, players can compete against up to 19 other players on various tracks, with only those who complete each track within the designated time advancing, and the ultimate winner being the first player to cross the finish line of the last track. Sprint mode accelerates the excitement with fast-paced races, allowing players to adopt more aggressive tactics.
CZ RUNZ
An endless runner game themed around CZ Zhao Changpeng, the game token $CZRUNZ is a community-driven token built on Base, with the mission to celebrate Zhao Changpeng and his contributions to the cryptocurrency world. It is important to note that CZRUNZ Memecoin is a cryptocurrency intended for entertainment purposes only and has no association or endorsement from CZ.
The Europe Fantasy League
A pioneering web3-based fantasy football game launched simultaneously with the 2024 European Championship, providing an immersive experience for football fans and fantasy sports players. EUFT employs fantasy game mechanics, allowing players to collect team flags, participate in daily tasks, and earn rewards based on real football match results. Season 2 of EUFT launched in August, introducing badges from the top five football leagues, new game mechanics, and enhanced token utility.
