TAKE3, 05 March 2025

HUGE ORDINEM and NEXUS TOURNAMENTS | February 2025 Recap | PLAYA3ULL GAMES

Welcome to the February Web3 Gaming recap by PLAYA3ULL GAMES! We’ll update you on each Web3 game, team, partnership, and other exciting events for PLAYA3ULL GAMES (PG).  These include new updates to NEXUS, ORDINEM, STARVIN MARTIAN, WAR OF STEEL, and DOGS OF WAR. Previews of new concept art and our thriving Discord members!

 

PLAYA3ULL GAMES Web3 Gaming Community Update

 

Major improvements have been implemented for node operators and 3ULL players in our ecosystem.

 

Updates:

 

• The 3ULL of the week winner goes to ‘Ispira’, who went above and beyond to create guides for newcomers to ORDINEM.  Also, thanks to ‘Hot’ for always helping out in the channels.

• Shoutout to Discord legends 'Yuri' (for keeping us laughing), ‘SoWhat’ (for unwavering community support), and ‘CryptoCon’ (for relentless contributions that fuel our growth)—you’re the backbone of this vibrant community!

• There’ll be weekly new competitions for NEXUS and ORDINEM.

• The in-game reporting tool is set to enhance the support experience.

• Congrats to ‘Luckyb101’ and ‘Sergoin’ for being the ORDINEM community champions. 

• Congratulations to Discord legends ‘Olek’ (for dominating Season 1 of Lemons) via our Discord community draw and ‘Yuri’ (for clinching the Season 2 crown.)

• Our Discord members highly appreciate the community-led giveaways.

• ORDINEM’s games night was another success, hosted by George3ULL.

 

PLAYA3ULL GAMES Website Update

 

The website overhaul is being constantly worked on to ensure the best Web3 gaming experience for our players.

 

Updates:

 

• The main pages are fully built.

• Refining animations before diving into complete quality assurance testing.

• The new item shop will provide a more seamless buy/sell/trade experience.

• Better filtering and search functionality.

• Purchase multiple items from the marketplace.

• Improved trading system that includes bundling multiple assets.

 

NEXUS

 

NEXUS is a competitive third-person Multiplayer Online Battle Arena (MOBA) shooter that soared to the #1 trending game on the Epic Games Store in its first week of release.  

 

Lock onto these exciting updates this month:

 

• Check this blog out for a full breakdown of the big update to NEXUS that details the brand-new look!

• Implemented unique player colours on the map for more clarity.

• Improvements were made to the anti-cheat system.

• Adjusted player health pool and map bounty mechanics.

• Updated icons to improve the overall user interface.

• Certain weapons have been renamed, gold cost adjusted, and location swapped.

• You can now access abilities and ultimate selections from anywhere on the map.

• Ability points are earned every level up (level 13 max).

 

STARVIN MARTIAN

 

Build your farming empire on Mars with STARVIN MARTIAN. Through challenges and rewards, expand your holdings by growing intriguing alien crops and raising exotic livestock. 

 

Voyage into the latest updates:

 

• New walking and idle animation for the colonists.

• More animations and shadows were added.

• Trucks and Mining Rigs have received their final polish.

 

WAR OF STEEL

 

WAR OF STEEL delivers fast-paced Battle Royale action, combining quick decisions, lightning reflexes, and explosive mech combat. 

 

Dive into its highly anticipated updates:

 

• New close-ups of the visual details that are put into the mechs.

• Stunning new weapon renders.

 

DOGS OF WAR

 

DOGS OF WAR delivers stylish survival gameplay with a twist - you play as a hybrid canine-human genetically engineered for combat. 

 

Sniff out the updates here:

 

• New artwork of a serene town by the seaside.

 

February was a big month for Web3 gaming updates and the community of 3ULLS, which has built a safe space to discuss our games and life in general.  The Lemons initiative to reward active members has been entertaining to bring alive.

With so much going on, stay in touch via Discord to find all the information you need about our upcoming games.

Did you know that we also release weekly video updates? Watch the video below for more sneak peeks of the fantastic games PLAYA3ULL GAMES are releasing next.

 

 

Subscribe to the PLAYA3ULL GAMES YouTube Channel to catch our weekly updates on our games.

Until next time, gamers - GG Well Played!

Want to experience the thrill of a Web3 game called NEXUS with others?  The third-person MOBA is free to play now on the Epic Games Store. Download it here.

TAKE3, 28 February 2025

Building a Web3 gaming platform: the blueprint for success

Web3 development brings a revolutionary shift in the gaming industry, empowering players with ownership, control, and the opportunity for financial reward. In this blog, we examine the core reasons driving this paradigm shift, examining the transition from traditional Web2 models to Web3 gaming platforms like those we are building here at PLAYA3ULL GAMES. We also discuss balancing play-to-earn mechanics and navigating regulatory uncertainty, highlighting the path towards realising this exciting new gaming era's full potential.

 

Game on!

 

Understanding the reasons for Web3 Gaming and PLAYA3ULL GAMES

 

Web3 gaming platforms leverage blockchain technology to empower players. This decentralisation allows players to truly own their in-game items, represented as Non-Fungible Tokens (NFTs), which can be used across different games and virtual worlds, helping to foster the concept of interoperability.  

 

A key driver for Web3 gaming's rise is the play-to-earn (P2E) model. This innovative approach allows players to generate real-world value through gameplay, transforming gaming from a hobby into a potential source of income. By participating in the game's ecosystem, players can earn cryptocurrencies or NFTs, which can then be traded or sold. Games like NEXUS give out 2.1 million 3ULL coins weekly to the players.

 

Smart Contracts are self-executing agreements written in code that automate in-game processes and lead to enhanced levels of trust and fairness. This transparency fosters a more equitable and engaging gaming environment. While challenges still remain (scalability and user adoption being some of the largest), the potential for Web3 technology to revolutionise the gaming industry is undeniable. 

 

Key Features Every Web3 Gaming Platform Needs

 

The potential of Web3 gaming hinges on the delivery of engaging experiences that transcend tokenisation and P2E opportunities. Fun and compelling gameplay will always remain paramount to any committed gamer. Web3 elements should enhance the core experience, focusing on memorable moments and satisfying progression.

 

A sustainable in-game economy is crucial for longevity. Platforms must balance asset creation and consumption while preventing inflation and immediate selling. This isn’t going to be easy. Regular monitoring and adjustment are key, along with ‘sink mechanisms’ that remove assets from circulation.

 

Innovative gameplay mechanics that leverage blockchain technology are essential for Web3 gaming success. Beyond tokenising assets, platforms should explore decentralised world-building, provable randomness for fair systems, and dynamic narratives driven by player actions.

 

Seamless onboarding is also vital for mainstream adoption. Intuitive tutorials, smooth wallet creation, and the abstraction of complex crypto elements are crucial for a positive first-time user experience.

 

As we all know, a thriving community is the backbone of any successful platform. Social features, regular events, clear communication channels, and user feedback systems help foster greater levels of engagement and trust. This is why our Supporta3ULLS Discord community does a great job helping all players with issues or queries.

 

Designing incentive systems for users

 

Effective incentive design is crucial for driving user behaviour within the Web3 gaming platform. At its core, it leverages the principle that rewards and encourages specific actions. Effective incentive systems align user motivations with project goals, helping to foster increased levels of growth and user engagement. It is generally accepted that a well-designed system should incentivise positive contributions and discourage negative actions.  

 

The first step in incentive design is the identification of desired behaviours, such as holding tokens, participating in governance, or contributing to platform development. Incentives can then be structured to reward these actions, while penalties can deter undesirable behaviour. 

 

Financial rewards, access to exclusive resources, or even recognition can all serve as effective motivators. The overall tokenomics of the Web3 gaming platform, including supply, demand, and value, should also be carefully considered. Creating network effects, such as rewarding early adopters, can further boost user participation.  

 

A number of innovative incentive mechanisms currently exist. With new concepts being added everyday, P2E gamers can choose from learn-to-earn, move-to-earn, play-to-own, play-to-earn, rent-to-earn, travel-to-earn, share-to-earn, and wellness-to-earn.

 

As you can see, each mechanism caters to different user motivations, from acquiring knowledge to achieving fitness goals.

 

Ignoring incentives can be detrimental and lead to low user participation, lack of motivation, and potential security risks. Therefore, a balanced approach that combines compelling incentives with a valuable product or service is key to long-term success.

 

Overcoming Challenges in Web3 Game Development

 

Web3 gaming faces a complex set of challenges. Whilst balancing ‘play’ and ‘earn’ remains paramount, games must be engaging and fun and not solely focused on financial rewards. Striking this balance is crucial for long-term player retention.

 

User experience is another major hurdle. Onboarding must be simplified, making wallet connections and account setup. Understanding blockchain mechanics is intuitive for ‘non-crypto’ players. It goes without saying that seamless fiat on/off-ramps are essential for mainstream adoption, allowing players to easily convert traditional currency to cryptocurrency and vice-versa.

 

The shift towards player ownership requires careful design to align incentives between developers and players. This can be achieved through revenue-sharing models, player-owned governance systems, or decentralised autonomous organisations (DAOs). Economic sustainability is also critical, requiring balanced tokenomics, controlled inflation, and mechanisms to maintain asset value.

 

Developers must shift focus from pre-sale NFTs to creating high-quality gameplay experiences. Building and nurturing active communities is also vital for success. This involves fostering open communication, incorporating player feedback, and creating a sense of shared ownership among Web3 gamers.

 

Improved blockchain scalability is also needed to handle increased transaction volumes and ensure smooth gameplay. PLAYA3ULL GAMES has custom-built a blockchain that caters specifically for Web3 video games and the scalability required for success. Enhanced graphics, VR/AR integration, and metaverse development will all help create more immersive experiences, pushing the boundaries of game design.

 

Web3 gaming represents more than a technological upgrade; it fundamentally changes the relationship between players and games. While challenges like scalability and user adoption remain, the core principles of ownership, transparency, and community-driven development offer a compelling vision for the future of interactive entertainment.

 

By blurring the lines between entertainment and active participation in a dynamic digital world, Web3 gaming platforms like PLAYA3ULL GAMES are forever changing the world's most popular pastime.   

 

Until next time, gamers - GG Well Played!

Want to experience the thrill of a NEXUS with others?  The third-person MOBA is free to play now on the Epic Games Store. Download it here.

TAKE3, 22 February 2025

NEXUS drops a game-changing update to the crypto gaming ecosystem

Since NEXUS debuted as the #1 trending game in its opening week on the Epic Games Store, the player base and improvements have skyrocketed.  The big 1.6 Patch brings in many gameplay improvements and quality of life (QOL) upgrades that the community have been begging for.  

 

PLAYA3ULL GAMES is committed to giving its players the most fun and engaging crypto gaming experience, and with these new upgrades, the community is already buzzing!

 

Let’s dive in.

 

What is NEXUS?

 

In 2046, the discovery of Flow and Flux, capable of healing and reshaping matter, led to the creation of artificial NEXUSES. The NEXUSES unleash catastrophic mutations and spark the NEXUS Wars.  In this war-torn world, you must navigate the chaos, wielding these volatile powers to fuel the conflict or restore balance.  Victory is your only hope. 

 

NEXUS is a third-person Free-to-Play (F2P) Multiplayer Online Battle Arena (MOBA) shooter video game inspired by multiplayer tyrants: League of Legends, Dota 2, and Overwatch 2.  Defend your NEXUS at all costs, push towers, and ruthlessly destroy your enemies in this fast-paced 5-player vs 5-player (5v5) MOBA action built within Unreal Engine.

 

Ready to jump into the brand-spanking new updates?

 

Gameplay

 

 

In-game levels and new upgrades

 

• Defeating enemies, minions, and neutrals now grants experience points. When passing set thresholds, you will level up to Level 13.

• Levelling up grants additional maximum health, mana and a slight boost to material and quantum damage.

• Players gain an ability point when they level up.

• Abilities are no longer purchased from the shop. Instead, you can open the ability store at any time and purchase or upgrade them with an ability point.

• Abilities can no longer be sold.

• Basic abilities now have five levels, and ultimate abilities have three levels.

• Ultimate abilities purchase and upgrade are only available at player levels 5, 9, and 13.

• Shortcut: to upgrade an ability without opening the store, press Left-ALT + Ability Key (Q, E, or T).

• Updated bounty system to also track death streaks, reducing the amount a player awards on death the more they die.

• Introduced wards that grant vision for a set duration around them on the mini-map.

• Each player can place one ward with a cooldown after placement. Placing another ward before the last one has expired destroys the older ward.

• Added new animations for ally buffs, support abilities, and thrown abilities.

 

Weapon/Items

 

• LMG is now called Avalanche.

• Shotgun is now called Pursuer.

• Handcannon is now called Adjudicator.

• Pump Shotgun is now called Ambush.

• Sniper Rifle is now called Sentinel.

• SMG is now called Skirmish.

• Pulse Rifle is now called Illuminate.

• Laser is now called Nemesis.

• Healing Gun is now called Conduit.

• Grenade Launcher is now called Vandal.

 

Abilities

 

New Abilities

• Fissure: Channels a significant energy surge at a designated point, causing flames to burst from the ground. This eruption inflicts quantum damage and applies stacks of "Ablaze" to enemies within a 5-meter radius. Generates a burning area that lasts for 4 seconds, initially covering the same radius. This area applies an additional stack of "Ablaze" to all enemies each second and doubles its size over its duration.

• Smash: Unleashes a devastating ground smash, sending out a shockwave that ripples up to 15 meters in a 7.5-meter-wide cone. Enemies in its path take heavy material damage plus an extra 5% of the player’s max health. Foes caught in the blast are stunned for 0.5 seconds, then crippled by a 20% slow for 1 second.

• Hoarfrost (Ultimate): Hurl an ice ball projectile that travels 15 meters before detonating or upon impact with any object. The blast unleashes quantum damage across a 9-meter radius, rooting enemies in place and layering on stacks of Frostbite.

• Deploy Lurker (Ultimate): Deploys a stealthy mine that burrows into the ground, cloaking itself near-invisible and immune to the area of effect damage. Triggers an explosion that deals quantum damage instantly within a 10m radius, plus additional quantum damage over 5 seconds. Affected enemies are also slowed by 20% for the duration.

• Short Circuit (Ultimate): Shock all enemies within a 10-meter radius, inflicting quantum damage while stunning them. For each enemy player hit, the user receives boosts of 5% fire rate, 5% movement speed, 4 HP regeneration, and 2 energy regeneration. Hitting enemy players also results in a 10% reduction in the user's cooldowns, including Short Circuit.

• Lifebinders Respite (Ultimate): Generate an immediate aura of healing energy, instantly restoring 20 HP to the caster and all allies within a 9-meter radius. Further, maintain a sustained healing aura lasting for 7 seconds, providing HP regeneration per second to all allies in the area. Allies within the healing aura, including the caster, receive 50 extra maximum HP, a 15% increase in movement speed, and a 20% enhancement in healing received from all sources.

Reworked Abilities

 

• Self Heal: Renamed to Flowbind and now also reduces damage taken for the duration.

• Shield: Renamed to Fluxcloak. Reduces damage received for 2 seconds, then heals the user for a flat amount plus 50% of damage taken. Removes 3 stacks of elemental debuffs.

• Blink Dash: Renamed to Phase Dash. Now, it applies a stealth effect after dashing, making the user hard to see.

• Life Steal: Renamed to Drain. Launch a tether that locks onto the first enemy hit, binding them for a duration. It pulses quantum damage, siphoning a percentage of the damage dealt to heal the user while activating weapon life steal. If no target is found, the ability does not activate.

• Turret: Renamed to Deploy Guardian and has a new visual redesign. Now, it has a short build time. No longer inherits player stats and instead gains stats per player level. Inflicts quantum damage instead. Now, it has two charges and can have two placed at once.

• Healing Sphere: Renamed to Flowburst. Creates an expanding sphere of energy that heals allies and harms enemies. Reduced healing to self and reduced damage to minions.

• Rally Allies: Renamed to Inspire. Grants increased damage dealt, reduced damage taken and life steal on abilities to you and allies near you for the duration. Allies receive a stronger buff and stacks at 50% effectiveness.

• Rocket Strike: Renamed to Flux Barrage. Now, it deals damage to all enemies in the target area on each strike.

• Haste Support: Renamed to Tailwind. Now, it grants movement speed and increased fire rate to nearby allies for a duration when cast (not an aura).

• Nuke (ultimate): Renamed to Skyfall and reworked visual effects. Damage reduction and now leaves the ground burnt and poisoned.

• Healing Station: Renamed to Deploy Lifebinder and is no longer an ultimate.

• Supercharge: Reloads your weapon on use.

• Grenade: Renamed to Frag Grenade and deals material damage now.

• Healing Grenade: Renamed to Bloom. Provides reduced healing to the caster, minions, and deployables.

• Incendiary Rounds: Renamed to Incinerate.

• Flameburst Grenade: Renamed to Scorch.

• Ice Grenade: Renamed to Rime.

• Toxic Grenade: Renamed to Contaminate.

 

User Interface, Shop, Headsup Display, and New Animations

 

There’s also been a complete overhaul of the menus and displays in NEXUS.

 

UI

• Complete visual overhaul of the UI

• Added a mini-map to the score screen to help with map awareness and offer more targeted pings

• Player elements (map icons, names, heath bars) are now given a unique colour for readability

• NFT Store was renamed to NFT Library as it is no longer a store.

• The main menu now has a ‘Live’ background

• Tweaked damage number colours for readability

• Added tooltips for weapons, items, and abilities
  
  

Shop

• Moved Abilities to its own window, which can be opened any time

• Moved Scavenger (previously Valor Mark) to its own tab in the store

 

HUD

• Reworked HUD to make elements clearer

• Added a Display for Buffs and Debuffs currently on you

• Health and levels of teammates are now shown on the HUD

 

Quality of Life Improvements

 

There have been various overall improvements to the Web3 gaming experience for all players.

 

These include:

• Improved ability range visualisation to be more accurate and use consistent colours for friendly (blue) vs enemy (red) effects.

• Introduced a ping wheel to communicate with allies more easily in-game.

• Death camera now spectates allies rather than staying on the player's corpse.

• Rebuilt all abilities to be data-driven and rebalanced accordingly.

• Rebuilt minimap to be easier to maintain and update.

• Player stats (kills, assists, deaths, etc.) are restored on rejoin so that no stats are lost between updates to the web backend.

• The chat window will automatically hide if there are no new messages for 30 seconds.

• Leaving a ranked match before it starts will now shut down the server if players are not found within the next 60 seconds.

• Voice chat has been streamlined. Party voice chat now only applies to the lobby, and team voice chat only applies to matches.

 

Matchmaking Rating Update (MMR)

 

MMR gains and reductions during 10 calibration games are adjusted below:

• Bronze = +300 win or -75 loss

• Silver = +140 win or -75 loss

• Gold = +100 win or -75 loss

 

Following your completion of your 10/10 calibration games, the MMR gains + losses will return to:

• Bronze = +75 win or -25 loss

• Silver = +35 win or -25 loss

• Gold = +25 win or -25 loss

• Diamond = +13 win or -25 loss

• Master = +7 win or -25 loss

 

This was a monumental update for NEXUS and crypto gaming, and the reception has already been positive.  Be sure to join our vibrant Discord to find all the information you need about NEXUS and tips and tricks.

Until next time, gamers - GG Well Played!

Want to experience the thrill of a Web3 game called NEXUS with others?  The third-person MOBA is free to play now on the Epic Games Store. Download it here.