WEMIX, subsidiary of South Korean gaming giant Wemade, has officially announced its partnership with Chainlink Labs. The collaboration signifies Wemade's strategic move to reshape the web3 gaming landscape. At the core of this partnership is the integration of Chainlink's Cross-Chain Interoperability Protocol (CCIP) into the Unagi omnichain ecosystem.

Iconic IP in Korea

WEMIX aims to accelerate the mass adoption of blockchain technology by building an experience-based, platform-driven, and service-oriented mega-ecosystem that will offer a wide spectrum of intuitive, convenient, and easy-to-use web3 services. WEMIX is a subsidiary of Wemade, one of Korea's top game developers and the owner of “The Legend of Mir” IP, a highly successful game series with over 500 million users.

Web3 IP Night Crows

This integration holds strategic importance as it precedes the global launch of Wemade's highly anticipated MMORPG, Night Crows, scheduled for Tuesday, March 12th. Through the collaboration of Unagi(x) and Chainlink, Night Crows will support interoperability across six chains: Wemix 3.0, Kroma, Avalanche, BNB Chain, Ethereum, and Polygon. The Una wallet will serve as the gateway for players to experience a connected gaming environment.

Wemade's Executive Vice President, Won Il Suh, shared insights into the significance of Unagi in an interview, stating, “Unagi is expected to bring to life on the Wemix Play platform, the most sustainable blockchain game economy currently attainable, and make blockchain interoperability a reality.”

Massive Sucess in Korea

The anticipated web3 MMORPG, Night Crows, will be launching soon worldwide following its initial success in South Korea. The fantasy game, co-developed with South Korean studio Madngine, has garnered attention for its innovative multi-chain technology.

After a debut in South Korea, Night Crows swiftly ascended the charts on both Google Play and the Apple App Store, accumulating over $151 million in in-app purchase (IAP) sales within just seven months. This remarkable success solidifies Night Crows as one of Wemade's flagship IPs.

More about Unagi?

Unagi, aptly named Unbound Networking & Accelerating Growth Initiative, aims to create a cohesive and interconnected gaming environment by seamlessly linking various blockchains. Presently, Unagi extends its support to a diverse array of eight major blockchains, including Ethereum, Polygon, Arbitrum, BNB Smart Chain, Optimism, and Avalanche, among others.

WEMIX decision to adopt Chainlink's CCIP is a response to the evolving challenges faced by cross-chain protocols. Chainlink's CCIP is well-regarded for its robust security measures, supported by the Risk Management Network, which maintains vigilant oversight of potential illicit cross-chain activities.

"Alongside Wemade, Chainlink Labs is excited to help accelerate the adoption of Web3 gaming. Through Chainlink CCIP, unagi(x) will help unlock exciting new use cases and enable seamless, secure interoperability across previously disconnected gaming networks," said Sergey Nazarov CEO of Chainlink Labs.

Chainlink CCIP

In the collaborative effort, Chainlink's CCIP will play a pivotal role as the exclusive authority responsible for constructing the omnichain protocol. The objective is to seamlessly merge on-chain and off-chain functionalities, thereby enhancing the overall ecosystem.

Moreover, WEMIX has revealed that Chainlink Labs is now the inaugural member of its Certified Organizations for Unagi Round Table (COURT) consortium. COURT is dedicated to research, development, and innovation within the omnichain ecosystem. The collaboration between Chainlink and WEMIX will focus on developing cross-chain systems that facilitate secure asset transfers and streamline communication across multiple blockchain networks. This aims to create a more interconnected digital landscape.

Final Thoughts

The collaboration between WEMIX and Chainlink Labs signifies a significant step forward in advancing the interconnected and secure web3 gaming landscape. Both companies are working collaboratively to usher in a future where blockchain technology seamlessly enhances the gaming experience for all.

Henry Chang CEO of Wemade, stated: "Wemade and Chainlink Labs share an ambitious goal — leveraging Chainlink CCIP to connect disparate blockchains and create an interoperable Web3 gaming ecosystem. The partnership is built on cutting-edge technology, innovation, and a shared vision for the onchain future. Together, we aim to accelerate the expansion of a more interconnected and user-friendly Web3 gaming landscape powered by Chainlink CCIP."