Championing Web3 features in role-playing games — Here's why it matters
RPGs are being given a Web3 makeover — blending an immersive gaming experience with the chance to collect and own characters. A Web3 gaming giant has launched its first mobile-first RPG battler, where players can collect over 100 unique Champions and use them in strategic, fast-paced fights. Champions Arena is designed to appeal to traditional gamers — all while opening their eyes to the compelling benefits that come with owning in-game assets. Role- playing games (RPGs) have come a long way since the 1980s — evolving from a text-based experience on retro computers into vibrant 3D landscapes on home consoles. This genre alone is a $63bn market that continues to grow — and in recent years, increasingly powerful smartphones mean players worldwide have a plethora of apps at their fingertips. It's easy to see why they're so popular. RPGs offer gamers compelling storylines and allow them to see the world through a character's eyes. Whereas other games can end up feeling some...