The intersection of beloved TV franchises and blockchain gaming is generating buzz as both gamers and investors anticipate the potential for Web3 titles to achieve widespread acceptance by 2026. These upcoming projects leverage established intellectual properties (IPs), innovative ecosystems, and unique gameplay mechanics aimed at transforming traditional gaming paradigms. Web3 gaming merges blockchain technology with player ownership of in-game assets, creating realistic virtual economies and rewarding players with cryptocurrency.
To enable NFT trading, token generation, and decentralized marketplaces, developers are utilizing blockchain platforms like Ethereum, Avalanche, and Ronin. According to the creators of Axie Infinity, the game boasts over 225,000 active users, with a remarkable 364,000 monthly participants across its Origins and Classic modes. The peak engagement reached an astonishing 2.8 million daily users in 2021. These impressive statistics underscore how players increasingly view in-game items as investment opportunities.
With presales like EV2 capturing early investments and MMOs such as Atia’s Legacy gearing up for guild wars, 2026 could usher in a new era where Web3 games keep millions engaged through ownership and cross-platform capabilities.
Earth Version 2 (EV2): A Sci-Fi Looter Shooter Emphasizing Ownership
Earth Version 2 (EV2) is set to launch as a free-to-play sci-fi looter shooter powered by the Avalanche C-Chain, focusing on player-owned NFTs for weapons, gear, and cosmetics. Players can choose from five distinct suits: Brute, Cloaker, Pathfinder, Mag, or Valkyrie, each enhanced by El’Dar cores that grant abilities like immunity or flight. Combat mechanics enable players to craft modular weapons with customizable stats like damage per second (DPS), range, rate of fire (RPM), and elemental attributes. Game modes include player-versus-player (PvP) options such as 6v6 Control, 3v3 Elimination, and 25-player Fracture relic hunts, along with PvE raids and open-world exploration across five unique maps. Players can also engage in PvEvP Rift Clash. Performance-based rewards include EV2, TICO, and SUPER tokens. Jetpacks and abilities require batteries, and players can upgrade their 200-slot inventory using tokens. Funtico is facilitating a presale, currently priced at $0.01 and accepting ETH, USDT, BNB, AVAX, or BUSD. The total token supply is 2.88 billion, with 40% allocated for the presale. Deflationary token burns will reduce the circulating supply, although the sources of these burns have not been disclosed. Bonuses for early backers will include Mystery Boxes containing NFTs, such as Ewerbeest editions, offering access to whitelists. Coinsult has audited the project’s contract, confirming it is free from honeypot risks, taxes, and minting issues. Notably, a single wallet holds 40% of the top tokens. Detailed presale phases are scheduled to commence on December 1, 2025, starting with Phase 1 at $0.01 (with a 20% bonus and a Founder Skin), followed by Phases 2 and 3 at $0.015 and $0.018, respectively, with a launch price set for $0.02. The tokens will be utilized for wagering, battle passes, hardware for trading goods, future staking, and governance features planned for the future.
Axie Infinity: Atia’s Legacy – A Reimagining of Lunacia
Sky Mavis is set to release Axie Infinity: Atia’s Legacy, an MMO for both PC and mobile platforms, taking place in the expansive world of Lunacia. Players will have the opportunity to explore various environments, including ruins, forests, and dream realms, while constructing homes, towns, and armies, all while uncovering unique creatures. Players will engage in real-time battles with squads, enhancing their abilities and equipment from Common to Legendary levels as they progress. The game includes PvE missions, resource crafting, and social hubs for interaction and guild wars in challenging realms. The integration of land and Mystic Axie NFTs is a pivotal aspect of the gameplay. Development of this title commenced in May 2024, utilizing Unity to capture the distinctive Axie art style. Pre-registration is available at axieinfinity.com, offering AXS rewards through referrals (with a pool of 25,000 AXS for the top 200 referrers), content creation incentives (including 3 Origin Axies, 45 Japanese Axies, and 450 AXS), and Bounty Board tickets. Playtests are scheduled for summer and year-end 2025. The game emphasizes cross-platform functionality, social coordination, and the importance of player-owned assets. Insights from previous titles inform its design: real-time battle mechanics from the 2018 auto-battler, economic elements from Classic, social features from Project K and Homeland, and token economy balance from the Origins game.
PGA Tour Rise: The Future of Golf Gaming
The PGA Tour is venturing into gaming with the upcoming title PGA Tour Rise, though specific details about the presale remain undisclosed. The PGA TOUR Pro Golf mobile game launched on Apple Arcade in early 2025 as the official licensed game. Excitement is building around the potential for PGA Tour 2K iterations following discussions that took place throughout 2024. Upcoming events include the revival of “The Skins Game,” which is set for November 28, 2025, and will be streamed on Prime Video. Notable golfers such as Tommy Fleetwood, Justin Thomas, Xander Schauffele, and Keegan Bradley will compete at Panther National, employing a reverse purse format that begins at $1 million per player. The traditional Skins format will maintain similar values, with ties increasing the stakes. The Pro Shop, PGA TOUR Studios, and Propagate Content are collaborating to blend historical elements with modern twists.
Pikamoon: A Metaverse Adventure Fueled by Deflationary Tokens
Pikamoon is focused on the Pikaverse, a play-to-earn metaverse where players collect, train, and battle creatures to earn PIKA tokens and NFTs. Participants can trade in-game assets and rewards for fiat currency through a marketplace supported by Transak technology. Players will need PIKA tokens to boost their avatars’ energy levels, and successful activities will yield cryptocurrency rewards. The PIKA token serves multiple purposes: it rewards players for victories, facilitates buying and selling in the marketplace, and supports Ethereum-based scalability with NFT integration as user numbers grow. Currently, the circulating supply of PIKA tokens is 17.45 billion, with an estimated market cap around $1 million. Trading volumes are moderate, and the token’s price history shows a significant decline, dropping by 70% over the past year. A bullish outlook suggests a potential price increase to $0.0040 by 2040, contingent on economic stability, player retention, liquidity in the marketplace, and sound tokenomics. The project has undergone audits by Coinsult and SharkTeam, with the team accessible via the official website.
Peaky Blinders Blockchain Game: A Gangster Experience on the Blockchain
Anonymous Labs is collaborating with Banijay Rights to develop the Peaky Blinders Blockchain Game, set for release in 2026. This AAA-quality game will immerse players in the post-World War I environment of Birmingham, enabling them to earn cryptocurrency, own assets, and tokenize fan interactions through interactive missions and digital collectibles. The game will combine storytelling with action sequences, incorporating in-game cryptocurrency within player economies. David Christopher from Banijay Rights secured the deal following the acquisition of the production company. Anonymous Labs previously launched a token for Simon’s Cat, which saw a dramatic decline of 89% from its peak four months ago. A related experience, “Peaky Blinders: Garrison Lane,” was released in The Sandbox’s Season 6, featuring missions, NFTs, and mechanics such as dashing and gliding. Previous non-crypto games in the franchise include the 2023 VR title “Peaky Blinders: The King’s Ransom,” which received mixed reviews on Steam, and the canceled 2020 puzzle game “Peaky Blinders: Mastermind.” Recent collaborations have introduced themed content in popular games like World of Tanks.
The Growing Momentum of Blockchain Gaming
As we approach 2026, the blockchain gaming sector shows remarkable promise, continuing to expand and evolve. Reports from DappRadar indicate that despite market volatility, gaming remains a dominant force within the Web3 ecosystem. In October 2025, blockchain gaming accounted for 27.9% of total user activity, with popular titles like Pikamoon and Axie Infinity showcasing impressive active wallets and trading volumes. This reflects the industry’s potential for financial rewards and the capabilities offered to its players. The integration of NFTs, deflationary tokenomics, and player-driven economies in projects like EV2, Peaky Blinders, and Atia’s Legacy lays the groundwork for a more immersive and sustainable gaming future. As investments in blockchain gaming continue to rise amidst regulatory challenges, 2026 is poised to be a landmark year for growth.
