In the ever-evolving landscape of gaming, March 2024 brings forth a captivating wave of innovation and excitement with the ongoing rise in popularity of Play-to-Earn games. P2E gaming has garnered attention, not just for its immersive gameplay experiences but also for its economic models that empower players to earn real-world value from their in-game efforts.

As the web3 gaming community eagerly anticipates the latest releases and updates, we delve into the Play-to-Earn Games to keep your eyes on this March 2024, featuring Heroes of Mavia, Gods Unchained, Chicken Derby, and Influence. Stay informed on token launches, mobile app releases, and more.

Heroes of Mavia Rockets to Success

Heroes of Mavia, developed by Skrice Studios, continues to make waves this month as it reaches another significant milestone of 2.6 million Monthly Active Users (MAUs). Since its launch in early February 2024, the game has maintained a steady pace of growth, marking an impressive journey from its initial release.

The game quickly gained momentum within the first week, surpassing expectations by achieving over 1 million downloads across both Android and iOS platforms. Skrice Studios now proudly asserts that Heroes of Mavia has outpaced its competitors, exceeding the user base of both the browser-based social RPG Pixels and the mobile football game NFL Rivals.

In February with a remarkably successful play-to-airdrop campaign. Distributing MAVIA tokens to over 50,000 wallets, making it one of the largest airdrops in web3 gaming history. The momentum continued with the launch of their player-run DAO and the adoption of Base as their layer 2 scaling solution. As the first DAO proposal undergoes voting, all eyes are on Heroes of Mavia to see how they maintain this impressive start and reveal more about their integration with Base.

Gods Unchained Goes Mobile

Immutable Games (also known as Immutable X or IMX for short), a global leader in web3 game development and publishing, just recently announced that it is bringing the dynamic landscape and digital ownership of its flagship title, Gods Unchained (GU), to mobile devices around the world.

Starting last week, the mobile companion app will debut on Google Play and Apple's App Store with a suite of features, providing uninterrupted access to the rich fantasy realm of Eucos, where gods, mortals, and magic hang in the balance of players' fingertips.

Demand and feedback from the pre-alpha build showed the Immutable Games team that the Gods Unchained community wanted to play on the go. Now, the GU Mobile experience will provide players just that with an early access build, designed to compliment their PC gaming experience so they can take the Arena with them wherever, whenever.

Launched with improved content and performance from the pre-alpha build previously opened to a small audience, players who download GU Mobile will gain access to features, including Immutable Passport integration, ranked, solo, and casual modes, a deck builder tool that allows players to optimize their decks when inspiration hits them, and more.

The release also marks another pivotal moment for Gods Unchained following the game's debut on Amazon Prime Gaming, the re-listing on Epic Games Store, and the launch of Season 2, 'Far Horizons', which includes the first major expansion 'Tides of Fate' that presented players with striking new artwork, exclusive rewards, and a fresh set of strategies integrated with intriguing storylines.

Honorable Mentions

Chicken Derby's BAWK Token Launch

Chicken Derby is set to introduce the BAWK token this month, aiming to revitalize interest in passive, web-based racing games. Despite a shift in player preferences, the gaming token frenzy of the year might breathe new life into Chicken Derby. As the primary in-game currency, BAWK will be used to enter races and reward top performers, promising an immediate use-case for the token. The launch date remains undisclosed, adding an element of anticipation to its arrival in March.

Influence's Pre-release Testing

In the realm of technically oriented MMOs, Influence is currently undergoing pre-release testing. Players are invited to participate in the playtest, earning SWAY tokens by completing in-game actions or contributing content like guides and walkthroughs. The pre-release, already underway, allocates 1 billion $SWAY for distribution across three categories: Solo Missions, Community Missions, and Community Support/Engagement, with a 50/50 split between Solo and Community Missions. 

The mainnet launch is imminent, with the pre-release offering a glimpse into the game's basics, including character setup, long-range scans of asteroids, construction, manufacturing, and more. As the playtest is free, it's an opportunity for gamers to explore the potential of Influence by visiting Influence's pre-release website. Early access began on February 21st, 15:00 UTC, for Influence NFT owners and early website sign-ups. Public access opened to everyone on February 27th.

Final Thoughts

While these games take center stage, other web3 gaming developments also deserve attention this March. Splinterlands has revamped its league and reward structure, Funtico is holding a contest for whitelist spots in their upcoming Summoner sale and $100K Tournament, and various other exciting updates continue to shape the dynamic world of Play-to-Earn gaming. Stay tuned for more as the month unfolds, providing fresh insights into the evolving landscape of web3 gaming.