The GAM3 Changers where revealed during our GAM3 Awards 2025, highlighting individuals who have made notable contributions to both gaming and web3 projects. Selected by their respective teams, these nominees represent a range of roles, from game design and software engineering to marketing, community management, and leadership positions. The award aims to acknowledge those whose work supports the growth and development of the gaming ecosystem.
Leadership and Development Roles
Several nominees were recognized for their leadership and development contributions. Vincent, COO of Lumiterra, and Vsevolod (Seva) Romanic, COO and co-founder of Calamity, were nominated for their operational and managerial oversight. Kristijonas Sendrauskas, CTO of zkRace, was noted for his role in technical development, while Henri de Rochefort-Nash, Head of Development at Panzerdogs, was highlighted for guiding the game’s development process. Game directors such as Sæmundur Hermannsson of EVE Frontier (CCP Games) and Perry Hansler of Illuvium were also among the nominees, recognized for steering project direction and development.
Design and Creative Contributions
Design and creative roles are well represented in the nominations. Daniel Ferrer, game designer at Moonfrost, and Josh Knipstein, lead game designer at AVALON, were recognized for their contributions to gameplay and mechanics. Creative direction was also highlighted, with Weston Paglia, creative director at My Pet Hooligan, noted for shaping the game’s artistic vision. Sound design played a role as well, with Landos Soundo of Wanderers acknowledged for contributions to audio development. At GAM3S.GG, we nominated the wonderful Larc for his expert content creation and skills at writing the best guides for games.
Marketing, Community, and Growth
Marketing and community management were key areas of recognition for GAM3 Changers 2025. Luiz Ibrahim of RavenQuest, Alex "Thare" Horvath of Project O, Yuna Hong of XOCIETY, and Michael Liebe of The Lost Glitches were nominated for their work in marketing and partnership strategies. Community managers such as Kittikawin Sangsuwan of NomStead and the representative from Wild Forest were recognized for fostering engagement within their player communities. Growth-focused roles included Aiz of Gigaverse and Agnes Kotulla of Craft World, both acknowledged for expanding their user bases and supporting community development initiatives.
Innovation in Web3
Web3 innovation was highlighted through nominations that emphasized contributions to decentralized gaming communities. CL, director of communications at Parallel, was specifically noted for driving web3 initiatives and prioritizing community-centric approaches. The program continues to recognize the intersection of blockchain technology and gaming, highlighting individuals who work to bring innovative web3 experiences to their players.
Technical Leadership and Engineering
Technical leadership and engineering were also central to the nominations. Elias Chew, software engineer at Sunflower Land, and Jeremias Diaz, tech lead and loremaster at Skillcap Studio’s The Beacon, were recognized for their contributions to building robust game systems and managing technical development. Keith Kim, COO of MapleStory N, was included for his operational oversight and technical guidance.
Full List of Our GAM3 Changers 2025
RavenQuest nominated Luiz Ibrahim, Marketing Coordinator, for his role in promoting and supporting the game’s community engagement initiatives.
Lumiterra nominated Vincent, COO, recognizing leadership in operational management.
Sunflower Land nominated Elias Chew, Software Engineer, for contributions to technical development.
My Pet Hooligan nominated Weston Paglia, Creative Director at AMGI, for guiding creative direction.
Sui Foundation nominated Anthony Palma, Gaming Partnerships, for his role in expanding partnerships within the gaming ecosystem.
Moonfrost nominated Daniel Ferrer, Game Designer, highlighting his work in game mechanics and design.
Wanderers nominated Landos Soundo, Sound Designer, for contributions to audio design.
Parallel nominated CL, Director of Communications, noted for innovation in web3 community initiatives.
Arbitrum nominated Ethan Sy, Investor, recognizing support for project growth.
Wild Forest nominated GuillotineNFT, Community Manager, for maintaining community engagement.
Gigaverse nominated Aiz, Growth, for contributions to expanding user reach.
zkRace nominated Kristijonas Sendrauskas, CTO, for leadership in technical development.
At GAM3S.GG, we nominated Larc for his expert content creator and skills at writing guides for games.
Project O nominated Alex "Thare" Horvath, Director of Marketing & Partnerships, for overseeing marketing strategies and partnerships.
XOCIETY nominated Yuna Hong, Marketing Manager, for marketing initiatives.
The Beacon nominated Jeremias Diaz, Tech Lead and Loremaster at Skillcap Studio, recognizing technical leadership.
Craft World nominated Agnes Kotulla, Growth & Community Lead, for managing community and growth initiatives.
The Lost Glitches nominated Michael Liebe, Head of Marketing, for strategic marketing leadership.
Calamity nominated Vsevolod (Seva) Romanic, COO and Co-Founder, for operational and leadership contributions.
EVE Frontier (CCP Games) nominated Sæmundur Hermannsson, Game Director, for guiding game development.
Illuvium nominated Perry Hansler, MMO Game Director, for overseeing multiplayer game development.
MapleStory N nominated Keith Kim, COO, for operational management.
NomStead nominated Kittikawin Sangsuwan, Community Manager, for community development.
AVALON nominated Josh Knipstein, Lead Game Designer, for contributions to gameplay and design.
Panzerdogs nominated Henri de Rochefort-Nash, Head of Development, for development leadership.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is GAM3 Changers?
GAM3 Changers is a program that recognizes key contributors in gaming and web3 projects, highlighting individuals who have made notable contributions in design, development, marketing, and community management.
Who can be nominated for GAM3 Changers?
Nominees are typically selected by their teams based on their impact and contributions to their projects. This includes leadership, technical development, creative roles, marketing, and web3 innovation.
Which projects are represented in GAM3 Changers 2025?
The 2025 list includes projects such as RavenQuest, Lumiterra, Sunflower Land, My Pet Hooligan, Sui Foundation, Moonfrost, Wanderers, Parallel, Arbitrum, Wild Forest, Gigaverse, zkRace, Project O, XOCIETY, The Beacon, Craft World, The Lost Glitches, Calamity, EVE Frontier, Illuvium, MapleStory N, NomStead, AVALON, and Panzerdogs.
Why is web3 innovation included in GAM3 Changers?
Web3 is increasingly integrated into gaming through decentralized communities and blockchain-based experiences. GAM3 Changers recognizes individuals who lead these initiatives, ensuring community engagement and innovation.
How are winners selected?
Nominees are chosen by their respective teams based on their contributions, impact on projects, and dedication to advancing the gaming ecosystem.
