Metastrike is available on mobile devices, but iOS users were just recently included. On September 23, Metastrike announced a "test version" launch on Apple devices, allowing players with iPhone and iPad devices to join the fray.Considering <a href="https://funjible.games/games/Metastrike">Metastrike</a> is also available on PC, increasing its availability on mobile is a significant milestone. However, based on initial <a href="https://x.com/MetastrikeHQ/status/1838249316735193118">announcements</a>, there isn't a complementary event to accompany this new release. The main reason behind this decision could be Metastrike's desire to test the waters on iOS with a test version. The <a href="https://funjible.games/news/metastrike-celebrates-new-map-with-weekly-tournament">weekly tournaments</a> should still be enough to satisfy the competitive Metastrike players, though.<figure class="image"><img src="https://assets.funjible.games/Metalstrike_i_OS_test_01_aaa397fedc.jpg" alt="Metalstrike-iOS-test-01.jpg" srcset="https://assets.funjible.games/thumbnail_Metalstrike_i_OS_test_01_aaa397fedc.jpg 245w,https://assets.funjible.games/small_Metalstrike_i_OS_test_01_aaa397fedc.jpg 500w,https://assets.funjible.games/medium_Metalstrike_i_OS_test_01_aaa397fedc.jpg 750w,https://assets.funjible.games/large_Metalstrike_i_OS_test_01_aaa397fedc.jpg 1000w," sizes="100vw"></figure><h2>More Platforms, More Opportunities, and More Challenges</h2>&nbsp;Compared to the Google Play Store and Android devices, the Apple ecosystem can be more challenging for developers, especially for games. The reality is that iOS is more strict when it comes to rolling out updates and their contents, even causing version mismatches in rare cases where updates arrive later on Apple devices.Such expansions remain important since all attempts at growing the player base are welcomed. Metastrike expanded its reach in recent months with an <a href="https://funjible.games/news/metastrike-expands-reach-with-epic-games-store-release">Epic Games Store release</a>. These moves come with their own share of challenges since almost all of these publishers don't have the most positive outlook for the Web3 gaming space. With GameFi projects advocating for freedom and independent ecosystems, the traditional platforms with existing fee structures struggle when it comes to embracing blockchain games, affecting games’ development stages in the process.<h2>The Tradeoff for a Brighter Future</h2>&nbsp;In recent years, crypto titles compromised on core principles to get listed on these gaming platforms in the name of acquiring new players. However, this doesn't take back from the Web3 experience at all. Once a player gets settled in Metastrike or other titles, developers usually gradually introduce users to a world of possibilities by showcasing NFTs and other appealing features.<figure class="image"><img src="https://assets.funjible.games/Metalstrike_i_OS_test_02_270af3801a.jpg" alt="Metalstrike-iOS-test-02.jpg" srcset="https://assets.funjible.games/thumbnail_Metalstrike_i_OS_test_02_270af3801a.jpg 245w,https://assets.funjible.games/small_Metalstrike_i_OS_test_02_270af3801a.jpg 500w,https://assets.funjible.games/medium_Metalstrike_i_OS_test_02_270af3801a.jpg 750w,https://assets.funjible.games/large_Metalstrike_i_OS_test_02_270af3801a.jpg 1000w," sizes="100vw"></figure>&nbsp;This also works in the favor of Web2 gamers unfamiliar with the blockchain technology. Metastrike and other titles, like <a href="https://funjible.games/games/Nyan-Heroes">Nyan Heroes</a>, focus on Web2 elements to onboard as many new players as possible. While Web2 platform requirements could have started this initiative, this has also opened the way for more players to enjoy Web3 games since most had steep barriers to entry costs due to various NFTs or similar mechanics.Nowadays, blockchain transactions only pop up after players truly grasp the ropes in a game, and these can even be optional, like cosmetics and skins. Web3 gaming communities are even debating implementing more Web2-friendly features. Illuvium Beyond's <a href="https://funjible.games/news/illuvium-beyond-to-receive-packed-update-in-november">packed November update</a> is an excellent example, with the trend spreading amongst the GameFi space.&nbsp;

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