Web3 gaming keeps growing, attracting investors, and becoming a significant part of the gaming industry. Some experts even claim that blockchain-based games will likely become the core of the whole entertainment sector in a few years or at least change the common understanding of playing online. Thus, it is interesting to explore how Web2 projects, especially the ones that have already gained much popularity, react to this. Are they inspired by Web3 and looking forward to adapting to the new reality or neglecting all the hype? Let’s figure this out together.
Things To Define
To understand how Web2 projects react to players’ skyrocketing obsession with NFT gaming, we need to define the main differences between Web2 and Web3 games. The first aspect is the technologies used: Web2 projects are built with the help of conventional contracts, and most Web3 projects are blockchain-based. For instance, some are built on Ethereum, others on Solana.
Secondly, Web2 games are centralized, with users’ assets and data stored on central servers. Meanwhile, Web3 projects aim for decentralization. Thus, gamers truly own their items, can influence gaming processes, make decisions via DAOs, and are prevented from potential hacks.
Thirdly, Web3 games always enable gamers to earn by playing in different modes because it is the core concept of the industry. Meanwhile, though Web2 projects also provide their users with such opportunities, they are rare because conventional gaming is fun-oriented and lacks monetization models.
Fourthly, though Web2 games have been here for decades and can boast impressive armies of fans, advanced graphics, and plots, comparatively simple in the very beginning, Web3 projects quickly develop with catchy visuals and mechanics being largely adapted. Besides, AAA+ projects with powerful production can already be noticed in Web3 space. So there’s definitely more to look out for in the near future.
Web2 Companies’ Reactions
Moved by the popularity of Axie infinity, Web2 projects started exploring Web3. On the one hand, giants such as Mojang Studios (Minecraft creators) negatively reacted to Web3. The first company banned NFT integration in their projects, and the second kicked blockchain-based projects from the platform.
Other Web2 projects openly regard the new industry as too fresh, low-quality, and inconsistent. For instance, Roby John, the founder of SuperGaming, a vast gaming studio, claims that the Web3.0 ecosystem is not experienced with game development.
On the other hand, many Web2 companies positively react to Web3 and regard it as a promising industry. For example, Corsair, a company that makes PC components for gamers, has partnered with Elemon, a BNB P2E protocol, got its own land in the Elemon Metaverse, and created its unique game modes.
Web2 gaming platforms also show interest in Web 3: Epic Games partnered with Blankos Block Party, a multiplayer NFT game. Meanwhile, ESports teams also regard blockchain gaming as a fair opportunity to earn. For instance, Fnatic and Team Liquid partnered with Guild of Guardians.
Web2 game creators show much interest in Web3. For example, Bandai Namco, a company known for launching Dragon Ball and Digimon, announced its plan to create a $130 million-worth metaverse.
Web2 Gamers’ Approach to Web3
Some experts say that Web2 gamers are not interested in Web3. Others compare the models from the players’ perspective. Meanwhile, most enthusiasts agree that conventional gamers see many advantages in the new industry, including financial profits, opportunities to step out of their comfort zone, and new acquaintances. Besides, they can also introduce their accumulated Web2 knowledge to the new field and monetize it not only as players but also as creators.
Why Switching To Web3 Can Be A Challenge
Though Web3 is truly promising, it’s not readily adaptable both for Web2 companies and gamers. For instance, to introduce their projects to the NFT gaming market, conventional gaming companies have to hire new teams of blockchain-oriented developers, rework the mechanics they offer and significantly reshape marketing. To simplify this complicated journey, they can hire experts, collaborate with Web3 companies, and search for informative guides online — for instance, some articles on transferring one’s project to different blockchains.
At the same time, Web2 gamers also face difficulties:
- Most of them are either new to the blockchain or know a little about terms, mechanics, wallets, and other vital basics.
- They get lost in various new titles, modes, and genres.
- They tend to be distracted by primitive plots or graphics.
- They have problems with asset discovery, don’t trust gaming platforms, or can’t find a fit analog of a convenient Web2 service.
Hopefully, designed by players for players, Prom solves all these issues. To begin with, we provide gamers with transparent guides and educational articles. Next, we select games, aggregate only legit assets that are potentially profitable, and embrace each game description with a detailed FAQ on how it works and what it requires.
Then, we list games with Web2 analogs and look forward to collaborating with Next Gen games with more tricky plots and better visuals. Last but not least, Prom is an all-in-one platform that has much in common with Steam. Consequently, it is fit for Web2 gamers.
The Future of Gaming
Considering everything mentioned, Web2 representatives have different approaches to blockchain gaming. Thus, on the one hand, the Web2 segment may regard the Web3 one as a source of inspiration, a booster for developing monetization models, and a legit partner.
On the other hand, the hyped Web3 industry may be attracting enthusiasts from conventional gaming, adapting its products, plots, and technologies. So, anyway, the two sectors can gradually become one. Time will show whether it is possible, and now, let’s explore the new things the gaming industry offers.
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