Gaming: Building Web3’s First Mass-Market Apps - TOKEN2049 Dubai 2025
Explore the future of gaming with 'Gaming: Building Web3’s First Mass-Market Apps' from TOKEN2049 Dubai 2025. This insightful panel, moderated by Justin Swart from Bitcraft, features prominent industry leaders like Yat Siu from Animoka Brands, Justin Waldron of Zynga fame, and Roham Gharegozlou of Dapper Labs, as they share pioneering strategies and the latest trends in the intersection of crypto and gaming.
The panelists delve into the transformative potential of Web3 gaming, citing it as a natural pathway for mass adoption of digital currencies among youth. With over 165 gaming portfolios under its belt, Animoka Brands is bullish on Web3 gaming's big moment, which they predict by the end of the year. They highlight the cultural and regional differences in the acceptance of Web3 gaming, noting Asia's optimism compared to the West’s skepticism.
Intriguingly, the discussion reveals how fungible tokens could redefine user acquisition and community building. Despite challenges, the panel argues these tokens offer a cost-effective alternative to traditional advertising, enhancing engagement and fostering sustainable ecosystems.
The conversation also covers the resistance among traditional publishers to embrace Web3 gaming, highlighting a stark contrast in adoption between Eastern and Western markets and the vital role indie developers play in driving innovation.
As the session concludes, excitement builds around upcoming industry-defining events, such as the launch of Nintendo Switch 2 and GTA 6, setting the stage for a potential renaissance in the gaming industry.
Don't miss this engaging analysis of what’s rising and falling in the gaming sector, including a fresh perspective on AI's role in enhancing gaming experiences. Stay ahead of the curve by liking this video, sharing your thoughts in the comments, and subscribing for more leading-edge conference discussions.
