Web3 Maestro: Omniverse #1 Weekly Newsletter
Why “Omniverse”?
The word “Omniverse” combines “omni” (everything, all) and “universe,” signifying an all-encompassing realm. This name perfectly captures the essence of my newsletter, bringing together news and insights from web3, gaming, metaverse, AR/VR, and AI. “Omniverse” represents the vast and interconnected digital ecosystem we explore, making it a strong and captivating name for my weekly updates.
Join me on this journey through the “Omniverse”, where all digital realms converge.
The gaming industry is in a constant state of flux, with stories emerging and fading away rapidly. Yet, amidst the whirlwind of change, there are tales that capture our imagination and refuse to be forgotten. These fleeting stories, marked by revolutionary actions, offer us a glimpse into the future and the chance to be a part of it.
In the ever-evolving world of gaming, one thing remains constant: change.
Let’s take a quick look at what’s been happening in the industry over the past week:
Events
Snap AR Official Event: An amazing event is coming up, featuring a fantastic #AR #AugmentedReality workshop, hosted by SLN Summer Meetups ‘24.
XR Hack is coming: The XR Hack event, scheduled for September 6–8, will be hosted by Bug Lab in Istanbul.
Gaming Istanbul (GIST) I Indieway: 3 days of opportunities to connect with gaming industry pioneers, attend conferences by local and international professionals, and expand your business network are awaiting you!
Solana SpeedRun 3: The Solana SpeedRun GameJam was here again!
The Sandbox Türkiye: The Sandbox Istanbul Builders Bootcamp was in Turkey on 5–6 July.
Bug Lab Tekmer: On June 13, 2024, 15 gaming startups successfully graduated from the second cohort of the Pre-Incubation program with the Demo Day event! 👾
Reports
DappRadar April Reports: The blockchaingaming sector nearly hit a monumental $1 billion in investments this April, showcasing significant industry confidence and growth.
Asia Blockchain Gaming: 👾 Among DappRadar’s top 10 boosted dapps, half are gaming dapps developed by Asian studios, reflecting Asia’s key role in the sector and the support and contributions from their communities.
2024 Unity Gaming Report: 🎮📊 The 2024 Unity Gaming Report is out, and it’s packed with insights that are reshaping the gaming industry!
ZBD Gen Z Gamers: Just read an insightful study by ZBD on Gen Z gamers, and it’s packed with some fascinating takeaways.
Niko Partners’ 2024 Report: Over 60% Increased Spending on PC Games in China
Web3 Gaming News
Examining the case studies of successful web3 gaming companies provides us with valuable insights into the developing and still-evolving world of web3 gaming. As long as the intentions are good, we can learn a lot from both their successes and failures. Experimental approaches are crucial. Be patient.
Shrapnel 2024 Milestones and Future Development: Discover the latest milestones and upcoming developments in Shrapnel 2024. Learn about new game features, community events, and exclusive content.
Motoverse How Motorverse is Advancing Motorsports with Web3 Tech: Will Griffiths’ insights highlight the potential of web3 technology in motorsports and digital vehicle ownership.
Immutable Web3 Gaming Growth: The Immutable platform makes it easy for game studios and independent developers to safely and confidently build and launch successful games on the Ethereum blockchain.
Eldarune Launches New WoE Version and Tournament: Eldarune is a creation of DIGA Labs, a cutting-edge blockchain gaming solutions provider. Founded in 2021 by a team of passionate gamers and blockchain enthusiasts, DIGA Labs has a proven gaming industry track record and brings in software development expertise.
Pixels New Crypto Game: Pixels Reveals New Crypto Games and Potential Telegram Project.
Pioneers & Visionaries
Animoca Brands eyes IPO in Hong Kong or Dubai for 2025: Co-founder Yat Siu says the company is confident about going public, likely in the second half of 2025. The move aims to bring “more attention to web3”
Open Campus Receives Grant from Arbitrum for Gamified Learning
Sony Expands Web3 Strategy with New Acquisition: Sony Group is advancing its web3 strategy with the acquisition and rebranding of WhaleFin, a crypto exchange platform.
Ubisoft and double jump.tokyo Join Forces to Launch Champions Tactics: double jump.tokyo, Inc., a leading developer of blockchain applications and successful web3 games in Japan, has announced a significant milestone in its collaboration with Ubisoft.
Animoca Brands Integrates Futureverse Tech to Enhance Game Portfolio: Animoca Brands partners with Futureverse to integrate AI and metaverse tools, boosting its web3 gaming ecosystem and fostering interoperability with Mocaverse.
Yaku Corp and XAI Partner to Build Web3 Cyberpunk Game Yaku: Yaku Corp, the developer behind the upcoming web3 MMO game and cyberpunk metaverse Yaku, has announced a strategic partnership with XAI, a gaming-focused Layer 3 blockchain.
AI in Game
To Embrace or Avoid?
The question of whether to use AI in gaming is a pivotal one. In the gaming industry, there are diverse approaches to generative AI technologies. Here are a few examples:
Embracer Group believes AI will ‘empower’ game developers: “Not using AI for relevant tasks within Embracer Group will lead to us losing competitiveness and being outrun by our competitors,” the company says.
Meta plans to bring generative AI to metaverse games: Meta plans to bring more generative AI tech into games, specifically VR, AR and mixed reality games, as the company looks to reinvigorate its flagging metaverse strategy.
Google DeepMind: Meet SIMA! SIMA: a versatile AI agent
SIMA is an AI agent that can perceive and understand a variety of environments, then take actions to achieve an instructed goal.
Nintendo doesn’t trust AI to make its games: President Shuntaro Furukawa would rather keep making games the Nintendo way rather than hand the reins to AI. Concerns around breach of intellectual property (IP) have stopped major game production companies like Nintendo from using generative artificial intelligence (AI) tools in game development.
As we wrap up this first edition of the Omniverse Newsletter, I hope you’ve enjoyed diving into the dynamic worlds of Web3, gaming, metaverse, AR/VR, and AI with me. 🚀 Your journey through the Omniverse is just beginning, and there’s so much more to explore and discover together. Stay tuned for more exciting updates, insights, and stories from the ever-evolving digital landscape. 🌐✨
Until next time, keep pushing the boundaries of innovation and creativity! 🎮👾
