127+ Blockchain Games Now Available on Epic Games Store
In a significant development for the Web3 gaming industry, Epic Games Store has witnessed a notable increase in the number of blockchain games available on its platform. Currently, over 127 blockchain games are listed on the digital shelves of this PC gaming giant, marking nearly a doubling from the previous year.
In this article, we delve into the rise of blockchain games on Epic Games Store, with over 127 titles currently listed. Prominent games include MetalCore, Parallel, Blocklords, Star Atlas, Apeiron, Nyan Heroes, and Shrapnel. From highly anticipated releases to direct playtesting opportunities, we explore the diverse landscape of this emerging gaming sector.
Over Half of Games Are Active
Digging into the numbers, 58% of the over 127 listed games are currently active in some capacity. Meanwhile, 28% are labeled as "coming soon," and 13% are slated for release at some point in 2024. However, Valannia Arena is on a longer trajectory, with readiness slated for Q2 2025.
Games Making a Mark
Some games have made significant strides on this platform—such as Aurory's RPG Seekers of Tokane, Rough House Games' PVP RPG Champions Ascension, Wilder World's open-world racer, Immutables' automated chess game Illuvium, and third-person shooter Mars Battle.
Additionally, the purebred monster-taming RPG Zeeverse, Blowfish Studios' Phantom Galaxies, and Ghost Ivy's FPS Haven's Compass are among the directly engaging titles. Cometh's Cosmik Battle, Immutable's Gods Unchained, and Directive Games' top-down shooter The Machines Arena also feature prominently.
Noteworthy mentions include popular games like MetalCore, Parallel, Blocklords, Star Atlas, Apeiron, Nyan Heroes, and Shrapnel. However, it's important to note that while many of these games are listed, they are not yet officially operational. Instead, they are undergoing limited-time playtests or have gated access.
58% of the 127 games listed are actively available.
28% are "coming soon" within the next few months.
13% will be available at some point by the end of this year.
Nyan Heroes: 200k Downloads
In a promising debut, Nyan Heroes—a mech shooter supported by cryptocurrency from 9 Lives Interactive—has cracked the top 30 most-played games on Epic Games Store, attracting over 200,000 downloads during its limited pre-alpha trial run. The success of this game featuring pilot cats and powered by Unreal Engine 5 signifies potential in the burgeoning world of blockchain gaming.
Nyan Heroes has achieved significant success with its two-week pre-alpha demo, ranking among the top 30 most-played games on Epic Games Store. With over 200,000 downloads and a daily active user count of 35,000, players have collectively spent 400,000 hours immersed in the game. The game has garnered global attention with 1.3 million feature mission registrations. Ultimately, Nyan Heroes has attracted 641,000 unique wallets, demonstrating strong community engagement.
Future Prospects
Exciting prospects await Epic Games Store, with several highly anticipated games set to launch soon. Among the games expected to debut shortly are Mon Studios' classic MMO Spellborne, Param Labs' shooter Kiraverse, Acid Rainbow's FPS Badmad Robots, and Dynasty Studios' survival shooter Providence.
Later this year, gamers can anticipate the arrival of Everreach's shooter R3V3NG3 and SpacePirate's sci-fi action-adventure Age of Rust. As the gaming landscape continues to evolve, Epic Games Store plays a pivotal role in capturing emerging trends, underscoring the increasing significance of blockchain games.
