News Recap — May’24

News From WWVentures and Our Partners

WWVentures Community Development Thesis Launch

WWVentures introduced our Community Development Thesis, outlining our strategic approach to building and nurturing robust communities in web3. This release underscores our community-first approach to web3 go-to-market strategy. We believe cultivating strong communities provide projects an irreplaceable competitive advantage.

Read more on our approach to community development below!

[embed]Introducing the WWVentures Community Development Thesis The Creator Economy, Web3, and Communitymedium.wwventures.io

Taiko

May marked a significant milestone for Taiko with the successful deployment on the Ethereum mainnet. This launch was highlighted by Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin proposing the inaugural block, underscoring the innovative potential of Taiko’s Based Contestable Rollup architecture. In tandem with the mainnet launch, Taiko announced the genesis airdrop, allocating 5% of the initial token supply to its community, aiming to appreciate and incentivize the contributors and early adopters of the platform.

The adventure continues with the latest community campaign — Trailblazers: Call of Taiko Weekly Campaigns. Each week unveils a new trail, crafted to challenge skills, explore diverse themes, and reward the dedication to the Call of Taiko!

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GAMES.GG

GAM3S.GG unveiled its 2024 roadmap, showcasing ambitious plans to expand the web3 gaming experience including:

• Launch of cloud gaming services, providing easy access to games without high-end hardware,
• The introduction of the Vault for exclusive access to game token sales,
• a gamified Battle Pass system to enhance user engagement, and
• the G3 Passport for streamlined digital identity management across platforms.

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These features are set to significantly boost the adoption of web3 gaming, reinforcing GAM3S.GG’s commitment to leading innovation in the gaming sector.

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AssetDash

AssetDash launched version 2.0 on mobile! This update brings a suite of new features aimed at enhancing user experience and functionality.

• Users can now trade Solana tokens directly within the app using the new Dash Bot feature, integrated with a self-custody wallet and powered by Jupiter Exchange, offering rewards for trading.
• The app introduces detailed asset pages with BirdEye analyticsthat include token watchlists from influential figures in crypto.
• Holding pages have been upgraded to provide detailed breakdowns of asset distribution across wallets.

AssetDash 2.0 not only elevates the functionality of asset management but also sets a new standard for user engagement. We look forward to supporting the AssetDash team and future releases!

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Dark Times

DARKTIMES is emerging out of stealth. In development since 2021 the franchise is a free-to-play, Nordic-inspired, medieval Brawler Royal, with a physics-based combat system. High-fidelity graphics and an immersive game environment bring players deep into the gothic world of violence where every item has a purpose, and there is nowhere safe to hide. DARKTIMES is due for alpha release later this year — Check out the trailer below!

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Forgotten Playland

Forgotten Playland rolled out its first major update, enriching the game with several exciting features:

New Party Game - Tentacle Tap: Dive into the frenetic deep-sea chaos of “Tentacle Tap,” where players compete to slap as many popping tentacles as they can. Quick reflexes earn you coins with each successful hit, adding a layer of competitive fun.

Enhanced Player Communication — Emote Wheel: Communicate more expressively with the newly added emote wheel in the Social Hub. Initial emotions include:

Customization and Connectivity — Region Select Option: Switch regions in the Settings menu to connect with friends across NA West/East, Europe, and Asia.

Update your game today through the Hyperplay launcher and enjoy these new features!

Follow Forgotten Playland: Website | Twitter | Discord

Kaidro

A new chapter in the Kaidro universe began with the release of Manga 4, Part 01. The Kaidro serialized comic will continue to unveil new parts of the story every Monday at 7:00 AM PST for the next five months. Catch the latest chapter on Webtoons!

This month marked the commencement of the third Alpha Playtest for Kaidro: Clan Battles. The playtest gives players a chance to experience and refine new strategies and game mechanics, while contributing to the games development!

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Pontem Network

Liquidswap from Pontem has reached another significant milestone: $900 million in total trading volume! Additionally, the team launched a no-code token generator enabling users to create their own Aptos tokens easily.

Pontem commands one of the most active communities in the industry and has released a Galxe integration into Pontem Wallet. This update allows users to access Galxe directly from the dApps tab, enhancing their ability to participate in campaigns with rewards ranging from NFTs to Discord roles.

Pontem will be holding an airdrop soon, get in early and collect points on their Airdrop Portal!

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