The Blockchain Boom in Gaming
Welcome to the brave new world of blockchain gaming, where companies are not just playing around but cashing in big. Horizon Blockchain Games, for instance, recently raised a whopping $5 million for their innovative game, SkyWeaver. If you’re wondering who took a gamble on this venture, the list reads like a who’s who of venture capital: Initialized Capital, Regah Ventures, ConsenSys, and more. This funding comes on the heels of a previous seed round in 2019 that netted them $3.75 million, making it clear that investors are all in on this digital card revolution.
SkyWeaver: The Game That Bridges Worlds
SkyWeaver isn’t your run-of-the-mill trading card game. It’s a free-to-play platform that artfully combines the best elements of traditional and digital collectible card games. By building it on the Ethereum blockchain, Horizon aims to create a treasure trove of gameplay possibilities. Currently navigating the waters of closed beta testing, this game is poised to shake things up!
Peter Kieltyka: The Visionary Behind SkyWeaver
Co-founder and CEO, Peter Kieltyka, has a clear vision on how blockchain technology will shape the future of gaming. In his words, “To make SkyWeaver possible, we’ve developed a number of novel protocols and transaction infrastructure for Ethereum.” With a non-custodial approach, players have complete ownership of their virtual items. Think of it as the digital equivalent of holding a rare Pokémon card, but you won’t risk it being foldable or lost!
Accessibility: A Game Changer for Players
So, what’s stopping blockchain gaming from being the hottest trend? Well, the learning curve for new users can be a bit steep. Many players are still scratching their heads about crypto wallets. But Kieltyka isn’t leaving anyone behind. They plan to introduce a user-friendly wallet for players who may not be crypto-savvy. As he puts it, “Even with no prior knowledge of blockchain, each and every player will be able to store, manage and trade their virtual items with a user-friendly wallet that we provide.” It’s like having training wheels on a bicycle—encouraging movement without the scary fear of crashing!
The Waitlist is Real
Currently, SkyWeaver is playtest-ready with about 12,000 users on board and an impressive waiting list of over 90,000 eager gamers. It’s safe to say that the buzz around this project is electric, with excitement levels rivaling that of the latest blockbuster game releases. Who knows? It might just be the next big thing that catapults blockchain gaming into the mainstream.
