Inside Scoop #8: Blockchain Meets Mobile Gaming Empowering gamers in the new era through ownership of digital assets, bridging the gaps of web2 and web3 gaming. Explore the fusion of gaming and blockchain of @ARC8App, gaming platform owned by @animocabrands. Let’s dive in 🫳 First of all, what exactly is GAMEE? GAMEE is a blockchain arcade gaming subsidiary of @animocabrands, positioning itself as a key player in the convergence of gaming and web3 technology. With an impressive global user base exceeding 75 million, the platform has facilitated over 9.2 billion gameplays. Arc8, a product from GAMEE is the frontier of casual mobile gaming in the metaverse, Empowered by GMEE token, connecting brands, gamers, and projects through immersive play experiences. In 2023, Arc8 secured over 20 strategic partnerships, orchestrated 2 billion gameplays across 80 games and distributed over $1M in rewards. Exemplifying notable achievements, Arc8 onboarded 2.7 million people to the web3. This accomplishment highlights Arc8's pivotal role in bridging the gap between web2 and web3 gaming. GAMEE on Telegram GAMEE, the global gaming launch partner of Telegram Messenger since 2015, emerged as the leading gaming bot on Telegram with over 75 million registered users offering a unique and engaging experience with over 10+ skill based games and reward system. As of November 2023, the platform has recorded over 9.2 billion gameplays across 100+ casual-style games. They have expanded their portfolio beyond original casual games through collaborations with global brands including NASA, Guinness World Records, Manchester City Football Club, ATARI, and Cool Cats. In addition, there is notable speculation surrounding the swift integration of $GMEE token contracts onto the TON Blockchain. xitter.cf/FlyeKitesJay/sta… A recent article featured on CoinTelegraph highlights @animocabrands significant role as the primary validator on the TON blockchain in 2023, banking on the network effect of Telegram’s 800 million users to drive GameFi adoption. Here’s what Yat Siu had to say 🫳 “We actually think that’s a tool for mass onboarding with TON wallet. There are 800 million users on Telegram using TON. What’s not to be excited about?” “There were no advertising and in-app purchases, and nothing was allowed in Telegram until recently with the integration of TON. So now they’re commercially viable,” “While GAMEE is not yet fully integrated into Telegram, the appreciation of its native GMEE token is a strong indicator of “GameFi excitement and its potential on Telegram.” $GMEE GAMEE Token ($GMEE), an ERC-20 utility token designed to be the currency of access, action and governance within the GAMEE ecosystem. • GMEE for players: Access to exclusive features, facilitates in-game purchases within titles like Beast Arc8, and enables participation in voting and platform decisions. • GMEE for partners: Run custom game experiences and events, acquisition or engagement campaigns across games. The utility of the GAMEE token extends beyond the GAMEE ecosystem, encompassing various Apps and DApps, particularly those affiliated with its parent company, Animoca Brands. Additionally, the token is listed on KuCoin, Gate.io, HTX, Bitget, and MEXC. Possibly more to come? 👀 Beasts Beastie are digital creatures integrated into the Arc8 gaming ecosystem, serving as both player companions and as an evolution-based gameplay element. These creatures offer in-game perks and evolve based on the type of food provided, their growth intricately tied to a player's success in Arc8 games. Climbing league rankings, winning battles, and achieving winning streaks unlock more and rarer food, enhancing Beasties' strength and evolution. Moreover, unused Beasties can be employed for Luck mining, with more powerful ones yielding greater results. Accumulated Luck opens doors to Lucky Events, presenting opportunities to win GMEE tokens and partner tokens. Beasties also act as entry points to tournaments with substantial prize pools, exemplified by the $120K USD total season prize pool in the recent Arc8 GameFest. Conclusion In summary, Arc8, the gaming platform under Animoca Brands, shows promising potential for the future, seamlessly merging blockchain technology with mobile gaming. The recent strategic partnerships with TON Blockchain and @hi_com_official reflects their commitment in expanding its ecosystem and enhancing user accessibility. With their ongoing developments and overarching trend toward increased blockchain integration in gaming, 2024 holds promise as a pivotal year for the whole ecosystem including $GMEE token, which is currently hovering around $0.04. Could this be the sleeping giant bridging both web2 and web3 gaming? Here comes the end of this Scoop 🔎 What would you like to see next?