1920x1080_LN.png

TMA_Android_Gameplay_01.png

TMA_Android_Gameplay_03.png

TMA_Android_Gameplay_05.png

The Machines Arena

The Machines Arena is an intense, adrenaline-fueled shooter loaded with unique heroes that features PvE and PvP action from a top-down perspective.

<p>The Machines Arena (TMA) started 2025 with a blast as the game is expected to make a Steam debut on January 14. The Ronin native hero shooter also aims to be the first Web3 game from its blockchain to be released on PlayStation 5 in 2025.</p><figure class="image"><img src="https://assets.funjible.games/The_Machines_Arena_Launches_on_Steam_01_09301c2c03.jpg" alt="The Machines Arena Launches on Steam-01.jpg" srcset="https://assets.funjible.games/thumbnail_The_Machines_Arena_Launches_on_Steam_01_09301c2c03.jpg 245w,https://assets.funjible.games/small_The_Machines_Arena_Launches_on_Steam_01_09301c2c03.jpg 500w,https://assets.funjible.games/medium_The_Machines_Arena_Launches_on_Steam_01_09301c2c03.jpg 750w," sizes="100vw"></figure><p>&nbsp;</p><p>While being the first Ronin title to be featured on Steam is an achievement of its own, the game's sight is natural on PS5 since <a href="https://funjible.games/games/off-the-grid">Off the Grid</a> showcased how impactful console releases can be. The extraction shooter was later released on Xbox, and <a href="https://funjible.games/games/The-Machines-Arena">The Machines Arena</a> could be inspired by a similar playbook.</p><p>Prior to its Steam release, TMA was already available for download on the Epic Games Store and Android. The year 2024 was also quite successful for TMA as its unique wallet numbers rose from 11,500 to 670,000. The game even <a href="https://x.com/themachinesgame/status/1876986708228722963">reached</a> around 100,000 daily users, meaning there will be plenty of players to welcome potential newcomers from Steam.</p><div class="raw-html-embed"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Soon to be available on STEAM:<br><br>Following the success of its Play-to-Airdrop campaign, TMA is expanding to new platforms to deliver competitive gameplay and blockchain integration to a wider audience.<br><br>TMA will launch on Steam on January 14, 2025, becoming the first Ronin game…</p>— The Machines Arena (@themachinesgame) <a href="https://twitter.com/themachinesgame/status/1876986701433999437?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 8, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async="" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script> </div><h2><strong>The Great Adaptation and Innovation</strong></h2><p>Releasing a Web2 game on Steam may look like an everyday task, but it's an excellent achievement for GameFi titles. Steam has been quite strict toward blockchain integrations, and its stance was even discussed during GeckoCon 2024 during a panel focused on <a href="https://funjible.games/news/User-Growth-Fueled-Web3-Gaming-Comeback-2024">user growth fueling Web3 gaming's comeback</a>.</p><p>Compared to Epic Games, Valve has more to lose if Web3 games were to become mainstream. The Steam Community Market is one of the platform's most profitable aspects, allowing players to trade in-game skins and cosmetics. Blockchain-integrated games naturally want to take such transactions to a more free and third-party platform.</p><figure class="image"><img src="https://assets.funjible.games/The_Machines_Arena_Launches_on_Steam_02_a21d4f0f3a.jpg" alt="The Machines Arena Launches on Steam-02.jpg" srcset="https://assets.funjible.games/thumbnail_The_Machines_Arena_Launches_on_Steam_02_a21d4f0f3a.jpg 245w,https://assets.funjible.games/small_The_Machines_Arena_Launches_on_Steam_02_a21d4f0f3a.jpg 500w,https://assets.funjible.games/medium_The_Machines_Arena_Launches_on_Steam_02_a21d4f0f3a.jpg 750w," sizes="100vw"></figure><p>&nbsp;</p><p>However, since 2021, the Web3 gaming world has also found that it isn't reliant on Steam. Keeping their options open and choosing to work with supportive platforms allowed GameFi projects to roll out unique and creative features. Illuvium Overworld, for example, will introduce dynamic AI NPCs with the help of agents. Considering Web3 titles look to innovate and outdo their Web2 rivals, they will likely continue choosing freedom while finding a middle ground to reach more players.</p><p>&nbsp;</p>

Gaming Platforms 

One platform down, more to go for The Machines Arena

The Machines Arena Launches on Steam, Sets Sight on PS5

<p>The attention of the Web3 community will be focused exclusively on the city-state of Singapore this September. The reason for this attention is the upcoming TOKEN2049 Singapore event scheduled to take place on September 18th and 19th. This blockchain conference boasts some staggering numbers. Representing over 150 countries, an eye-watering 20,000 attendees will be coming to this event that features some of the most important individuals and projects in the Web3 space.</p><figure class="image"><img src="https://assets.funjible.games/token2049_singapore_2024_03_d7fda380fb.jpg" alt="token2049-singapore-2024-03.jpg" srcset="https://assets.funjible.games/thumbnail_token2049_singapore_2024_03_d7fda380fb.jpg 245w,https://assets.funjible.games/small_token2049_singapore_2024_03_d7fda380fb.jpg 500w," sizes="100vw"></figure><p>&nbsp;</p><h2><strong>TOKEN2049 Singapore Details</strong></h2><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The scale of the TOKEN2049 Singapore event this year is truly massive. The conference is taking over the Marina Bay Sands resort entirely and a good chunk of Singapore itself. Furthermore, over 500 side events will take place within Singapore during the week of September 16th through the 22nd. Attendees can enjoy an immersive festival experience as they network, listen to some of the most important people in the Web3 community, and enjoy activities that merge incredible entertainment with next-generation Web3 technology. A full four floors of the conference venue are dedicated to these activities with show floors offering immersive AI art experiences and interactive VR zones.</p><p>Some of the other activities attendees can enjoy include cage football, indoor rock climbing, mixed martial arts, and competition-grade padel. As mentioned above, many of the 500 activities for TOKEN2049 Singapore take place throughout the city-state. Attendees can travel around Singapore in one of the city's popular pedalled trishaws or TOKEN2049-branded buses.</p><figure class="image"><img src="https://assets.funjible.games/token2049_singapore_2024_01_fce34e4de7.jpg" alt="token2049-singapore-2024-01.jpg" srcset="https://assets.funjible.games/thumbnail_token2049_singapore_2024_01_fce34e4de7.jpg 245w,https://assets.funjible.games/small_token2049_singapore_2024_01_fce34e4de7.jpg 500w," sizes="100vw"></figure><p>&nbsp;</p><h2><strong>Startup Competition</strong></h2><p>&nbsp;</p><p>This year marks the debut of the event's new startup competition. The goal of this competition is to showcase the best and brightest of the newest Web3 projects that will push Web3 to the next generation of innovation. Officially known as the NEXUS Startup Competition, this event takes place during September 18th and 19th. Previously, hundreds of projects submitted their proposals, and an expert panel will choose the top ten. At TOKEN2049 Singapore, these projects will make their pitches directly to the Web3 community in hopes of winning the grand prize pool.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><h2><strong>Web3 Gaming Represented at TOKEN2049 Singapore</strong></h2><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The event features 200 confirmed speakers. However, some of those speakers represent some of the most popular companies and blockchains for Web3 gaming. These individuals include:</p><ul><li>Sandeep Nailwal – Co-founder of <a href="https://funjible.games/games?search=&amp;sortBy=6&amp;blockchain=Polygon">Polygon</a></li><li>Anatoly Yakovenko – Co-founder of <a href="https://funjible.games/games?search=&amp;sortBy=6&amp;blockchain=Solana">Solana</a></li><li>Richard Teng – CEO of Binance</li><li>Justin Sun - founder of <a href="https://funjible.games/games?search=&amp;sortBy=6&amp;blockchain=Tron">TRON</a></li><li>Yat Siu - Co-founder and chairman of Animoca Brands</li><li>Aleksander Leonard Larsen, Co-Founder of Sky Mavis - Ronin Network &amp; Axie Infinity.&nbsp;</li></ul><p>Overall, TOKEN2049 Singapore is going to be a blast this year. The 2024 event is boasting record numbers over its massively popular gathering last year. The conference is a must for those in the Web3 space. As Aleksander Leonard Larsen, co-founder of Sky Mavis, noted about the TOKEN2049 Singapore experience, “Asia is the home of Web3 gaming. I'm excited to connect with the Ronin community and investors.”</p><figure class="image"><img src="https://assets.funjible.games/token2049_singapore_2024_02_d65b7bcfaa.jpg" alt="token2049-singapore-2024-02.jpg" srcset="https://assets.funjible.games/thumbnail_token2049_singapore_2024_02_d65b7bcfaa.jpg 233w,https://assets.funjible.games/small_token2049_singapore_2024_02_d65b7bcfaa.jpg 500w," sizes="100vw"></figure><p>Of the 2024 event, Alex Fiskum, co-founder of TOKEN2049, said: “TOKEN2049 has always been a global platform that brings together ideas, technology, and culture to inspire and to entertain. This year we are re-imagining the conference experience from the ground up, creating a spectacle unlike any other.”</p><p>He added, “With 20,000 attendees and more than 500 side events throughout the week, we are confident that TOKEN2049 Singapore will surpass all expectations of what one would expect of an event. Ticketing and exhibition demand has already surpassed all previous records. We are only at the beginning of what promises to be the most consequential Web3 event in the world. We look forward to sharing more exciting updates as we get closer to the event.”<br>&nbsp;</p>

Features

Singapore is set to be the nexus of the Web3 community this September

TOKEN2049 Taking Over Singapore This September!

<p>Upland has released a $SPARKLET token to ignite your Upland adventure. My Neighbor Alice coming soon on Chromia's MVP mainnet. Metalcore has announced MetalCore Arena! The Machines Arena Play-to-Earn Airdrop kicks off on July 30th.</p>

Videos

Upland has released a $SPARKLET token to ignite your Upland adventure. My Neighbor Alice coming soon on Chromia

Massive Prizes Right Now for These Games! [Actually Fun] - The Machines Arena, Upland and more!

<p>&nbsp;</p><p>It is certainly a busy time in The Machines Arena ecosystem. First and foremost, the top-down shooter released its litepaper. The litepaper contains a good deal of information on the game's token ($TMA), the game's blockchain-based economy, and other features. In addition to the release of the litepaper, The Machines Arena has upgraded to its version 0.25, which introduces some new features and offers the usual bug fixes and power adjustments to the heroes.</p><h2><strong>A Few of the Litepaper Details</strong></h2><p>The sci-fi shooter revealed that it had completed a successful funding round to the tune of $5 million. This funding round was led by Arca, Delphi Ventures, and Framework. Some of the other funding round participants included Sky Mavis, 32-Bit Ventures, Impossible Finance, Cumberland, 4RC, and Paladins DAO. Furthermore, the litepaper reveals players will be able to mint their NFT character skins on the Ronin network through the use of the Mavis Marketplace.</p><p><img src="https://assets.funjible.games/TMA_Android_Gameplay_05_925e4ae4b8.png" alt="TMA_Android_Gameplay_05.png" srcset="https://assets.funjible.games/thumbnail_TMA_Android_Gameplay_05_925e4ae4b8.png 245w,https://assets.funjible.games/small_TMA_Android_Gameplay_05_925e4ae4b8.png 500w,https://assets.funjible.games/medium_TMA_Android_Gameplay_05_925e4ae4b8.png 750w,https://assets.funjible.games/large_TMA_Android_Gameplay_05_925e4ae4b8.png 1000w," sizes="100vw"></p><p>The game's $TMA token will soon be introduced. Players can earn the token by winning matches, playing in special events, and taking part in in-game activities. Players can trade the tokens or use them to buy exclusive in-game gear.</p><p>A new feature the litepaper touches upon are familiars. These familiars are collectible companions that provide aid to players during a battle. In addition, <a href="https://funjible.games/games/The-Machines-Arena">The Machines Arena</a> features cross-platform play. This means players on PCs can battle against foes on Android devices while enjoying seamless account progress syncing.</p><p>As for what players can expect in the future, Directive Games CPO &nbsp;Kent Byers teases, “A year after announcing our move to the Ronin chain, we look forward to unveiling new developments, including our play-to-airdrop and token initiatives.”</p><h2><strong>Version 0.25 Features</strong></h2><p>In addition to the litepaper, version 0.25 of The Machines Arena recently dropped. This <a href="https://www.themachinesarena.com/blog/patch-notes-025">new version</a> makes a number of upgrades to the game, such as a complete UI/UX overhaul in order to provide players a much more immersive experience. There are also the usual bug fixes. One major update is the introduction of uncapped Ranked and Death Run modes. Players engaging in PvP will now be notified if a teammate leaves the match.</p><div class="raw-html-embed"><iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/hmwVKdLwiF8?si=2LvJm4GbYT5mWdR7" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" referrerpolicy="strict-origin-when-cross-origin" allowfullscreen=""></iframe></div><p>On the hero front, the game is giving Noble some focused buffs in order to make his competitive utility versus other heroes better. His damage is lowered a bit but his fire rate has been increased, meaning that his overall damage output will be higher. His trap now features a shorter cooldown period alongside a bigger deployment range. As for Riot, the game felt his strike damage per individual hit was too high, so it lowered it a small bit. However, Riot's rate of fire was bumped up in order to balance out his offensive prowess.<br><br>Previously in an exclusive interview with Kent Byers, Chief Product Officer at Directive Games the makers of The Machines Arena, we discussed the game's features and what the future holds for this exciting new title.&nbsp;</p><div class="raw-html-embed"><iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/R4NtRDSNNBA?si=I2BAxZ7lMvWjGI1l" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" referrerpolicy="strict-origin-when-cross-origin" allowfullscreen=""></iframe></div><p>The Machines Arena Open Beta 0.25 is now live and available for download on PC and Android. Be sure to leave your <a href="https://funjible.games/games/The-Machines-Arena/user-reviews">honest review of the game</a> on Funjible Games.&nbsp;</p>

The Machines Arena Launches on Steam, Sets Sight on PS5

TOKEN2049 Taking Over Singapore This September!

Massive Prizes Right Now for These Games! [Actually Fun] - The Machines Arena, Upland and more!

The Machines Arena Releases Game Update And Reveals $TMA Token

Similar Games

Mines Of Dalarnia

Crypto Prophecies

DeFi Warrior

Monsta Infinite