Web3 Games That Shut Down in 2025

2025 Web3 Game Shutdown Status

1.Anterris

Anterris is an open-world third-person creature-collecting role-playing game (RPG) where players can collect 3D creatures similar to Pokémon. It is developed by blockchain game developer Battlebound, known for creating Evaverse.

Anterris has launched on the Monad testnet for players to try out. The testing took place from February 19 to February 23, during which players could also collect NFTs from the testnet.

Reports indicate that Anterris has been tested on Steam, but the official release date has not been announced.

Gameplay:

Anterris is an open-world creature-collecting game where players explore diverse areas to discover and capture wild creatures known as “Antera.” Each area features unique Antera, encouraging players to explore through land, air, and sea.

Players can form battle teams using captured Antera, each possessing unique spells and ultimate skills. Dungeons offer powerful artifacts that can enhance or modify skills, allowing players to challenge alone or team up with friends, with teamwork yielding rare items and experience points as rewards.

Reason for Shutdown:

This Web3 game has been indefinitely shelved following the closure of its developer, Battlebound. The developer announced its shutdown after four years of development.

The studio stated that despite their efforts to extend operational time and secure new funding, a lack of funds and “extremely harsh market dynamics” were the reasons for its closure.

They mentioned that although the project attracted thousands of participants in recent game tests, its future remains uncertain.

The team referred to the game as being in a “paused” state, indicating that it could potentially restart if new funding is secured.

Anterris developer BattleBound stated: “Despite the recent strong momentum in game development, our lean and motivated team has fought for four years to extend operational time while striving for the next round of funding… Ultimately, like many studios before us, we had to shut down due to the exceptionally harsh market conditions.”

2.Blade of God

Developed by Void Labs, “Blade of God X” (BOGX) is a blockchain-based action role-playing game that introduces a “play-to-train” mechanism, allowing players to influence the training of AI models through in-game actions.

BOGX combines advanced AI agents with blockchain technology to achieve real-time AI development through gameplay. The game is set in a mythological world where gods have fallen and chaos reigns, aiming to transcend traditional gaming by merging narrative, AI, and digital interaction into a unique and immersive experience.

The game has received support from major crypto investors; BOGX raised $6 million last year, aiming to combine blockchain mechanisms with advanced AI.

Gameplay:

Set against a backdrop of Norse mythology, players take on the role of “Heirs,” reincarnated warriors embarking on a journey in the fiery land of Muspelheim.

As they explore a world connected by the World Tree, they face choices between sacrifice and redemption: whether to use ancient artifacts to influence the fate of the world or seek guidance from deities like Odin and Loki.

Reason for Shutdown:

A former executive of BOGX accused the project of abandoning Web3 development after securing funding in the crypto space. The game’s former Chief Marketing Officer, Amber Bella, claimed that the Web3 development roadmap was abandoned, team salaries were delayed, and promised NFT-related benefits to players were neglected.

Bella also accused the Web2 team of unfairly claiming cash rewards that should have been paid to players using internal accounts. Despite early support from Web3 investors, reports indicate that the game has shifted to purely Web2 development.

3.Blast Royale

Blast Royale is a mobile battle royale game available on iOS and Android. Its white paper emphasizes that the game combines fun and competitive gameplay with blockchain features, allowing players to fully own in-game items like characters and equipment.

Players can join matches, complete battle passes, participate in tournaments, and earn rewards based on their skills. Additionally, the game features entertaining mini-games, events, and leaderboards. Players can trade acquired items, join leagues, and even try to become professional players.

The game uses the $NOOB token, which drives the ecosystem of Blast Royale, known as “Blastverse.” $NOOB can be used for trading, unlocking features, and granting players rights to participate in game development.

Gameplay:

Players compete in a survival contest, aiming to be the last one standing. They can choose to drop anywhere on the map.

During matches, players need to search for rare chests containing powerful weapons, ammunition, medical kits, armor, and other scattered items. They can also pick up items dropped by other players. However, most collected items will not be retained after the match ends, except for special coins (which can be used in a larger game world).

Players earn rewards based on their performance in matches—the higher the rank, the greater the rewards. By progressing in the Blast Pass, honor system, and leaderboards, players can earn currency and items that can be used or traded.

Players can also earn trophies based on their match rankings and kill counts. Collecting more trophies helps players improve their trophy leaderboard ranking and win special rewards.

Reason for Shutdown:

The developers of Blast Royale announced on their Discord that they will officially cease game development, with servers shutting down on June 30, 2025. In another message, the team stated that this decision was made after trying all other options.

As a farewell gesture, the game will be fully open-sourced starting June 1, allowing community members unrestricted access to, use, modify, and redistribute the game code. The original development team will support any community members interested in continuing the project.

All in-app purchase features have been disabled, and the team has promised to unlock and distribute all remaining $NOOB, which can still be traded on Aerodrome.

Blast Royale’s Discord server will remain open as a community space, and the team encourages players to enjoy the remaining time, explore new characters, and participate in final events and live streams.

4.Champions Ascension

Champions Ascension is a fantasy fighting game set in a gladiatorial style.

The game runs on the Polygon network and does not require players to own NFTs or connect wallets to play or enjoy the full experience, making it a free game.

Players can buy and sell unique NFT characters and in-game items through the official game store Grand Bazaar or supported third-party platforms.

Last year, the game won the 2024 Gam3 “Best Fighting Game” award. It can be accessed through the Champions Ascension website or the Epic Games Store.

Gameplay:

Heroes start as Grunts and gradually ascend to powerful NFTs known as “Eternals,” unlocking new skills and earning cryptocurrency rewards.

Combat is strategic and influenced by each hero’s family, profession, essence type, and unique body parts. Players can battle in multiplayer PvP modes such as 1v1, 3v3, and free-for-all, or explore PvE battles like BOSS fights. Extreme mode offers high-level rewards, but non-Eternals heroes risk permanent death if defeated.

Players can upgrade, craft items, and promote heroes by earning essences. Prime Eternal NFTs provide special benefits, such as daily rewards and rare abilities.

Reason for Shutdown:

Luke Jech, the community and social marketing manager of Rough House Games, announced on their Discord server that the “Champions Ascension” servers, including features like “Imperial Expeditions” and “Dudo,” will be temporarily closed as the development team shifts focus to a new project called REACH Labs. This move aims to allocate all resources to REACH, a Web3 distribution platform co-developed by Rough House Games and Overworld.

Although the project is paused, KEYS rewards will still be distributed to eligible players to ensure their efforts in the game continue to be recognized. The developers also assured the community that Champions Ascension has not been canceled but is being reevaluated, with further updates to follow after the official release of REACH.

“REACH is another significant step we are taking—a bold project that has the potential to redefine the distribution of games and other areas. While the development and servers of Champions Ascension are paused, the technology we are building will play a key role in shaping its future.”

5.Derby Stars and Derby Race

Derby Stars is a blockchain-based horse racing metaverse game built on the Polygon platform. Players can own, breed, train, and trade unique horse NFTs composed of over 10 customizable body parts. Derby Race is a real-time “pick a horse to win” horse racing game that can be played on Telegram.

Gameplay:

Derby Stars incorporates a “play-to-earn” mechanism, where users participate in horse racing to enhance their horse’s skills, earning cryptocurrency rewards not only through victories but also through training and breeding. The game features a dual-token economy, including governance and utility tokens.

Derby Race offers fast-paced, engaging two-minute game segments where players can predict and select winning horses to earn rewards.

Reason for Shutdown:

HypeDream CEO Ham Seon-Woo announced in a blog post that Derby Stars and Derby Race have officially shut down due to long-term financial difficulties. He pointed out that the team has faced significant setbacks since the Terra collapse in 2022, leading to their NFT revenue and substantial seed funding evaporating.

Despite relaunching on Polygon and later attempting to migrate to Immutable, these projects failed to attract sufficient investment or achieve user growth, ultimately leading to the decision to terminate all services.

6.Goombles

Goombles is a 3D tower defense game designed to bridge the gap between Web2 and Web3 through gaming and physical products. The game is built on the Cardano blockchain and features collectible candy-themed characters that serve as passes for exclusive privileges.

Although Goombles is not a “play-to-earn” game, it enhances the gaming experience using blockchain technology, providing surprises and rewards through owning different types of Goombles NFTs.

Gameplay:

Goombles is a tower defense game where players defend their base in a candy-themed world called Sweetopia by strategically placing towers and controlling mechs to fend off cunning enemies known as “Sours.”

Players start with a mech NFT avatar and use it along with upgradable towers to slow down, attack, and progress through single-player adventures, player-versus-player battles, and team competitions.

Reason for Shutdown:

Goombles shared a screenshot of an announcement on the X platform, stating that after more than two years of development, the team has decided to cease game development. Although the game launched in 2024 and had 339 players install it, its activity was insufficient to support further development.

The developers noted that while development has stopped, the servers will continue to run so players can still enjoy the game.

7.Jungle

Jungle is a Web3 game publisher focused on mobile-first, community-driven, and blockchain-powered hybrid games.

Its first game, “For The Win” (FTW), is a mobile shooting game that reportedly surpassed 100,000 downloads in preliminary testing in Latin America and plans to promote globally.

Reason for Shutdown:

Grail.ETH posted a screenshot of an announcement on X stating that Jungle will cease all Web3 development and focus on developing a completely free mobile game.

The statement indicated that after actively engaging with the community through game nights, tournaments, and NFT sales for a year, the team decided to prioritize project sustainability by moving all development work off-chain and halting Web3 integration.

8.Kryptomon

Kryptomon is a Web3 mobile MMORPG where players can collect, breed, train, and battle unique NFT creatures—Kryptomon.

In 2023, the Philippines-led social gaming platform Playdex launched a rental market for Kryptomon: Genesis, allowing players to rent Kryptomon NFTs for just 1 peso (Philippine currency) per day.

Gameplay:

Kryptomon: Genesis is a blockchain-based Web3 RPG set in the Kogaea metaverse, where players take on the role of “trainers,” exploring the world, completing quests, and battling using NFT-based digital creatures called “Kryptomon.” The game’s core blockchain features include NFT ownership, a play-to-earn mechanism (players can earn $KMON token rewards), and secure digital asset management through Web3 integration.

To start playing, users need three Kryptomon NFTs, which can now be rented through Playdex for as little as 1 peso per day. These rented assets can also be used in upcoming tournaments hosted by Playdex GameHub, where players have the chance to compete for leaderboard rewards and additional prizes.

Reason for Shutdown:

In a post by Tr3vor on X, he shared a screenshot of a message from the Kryptomon (KMON) Discord community, indicating that the game’s development has been shelved due to a lack of funding.

According to market news, the team has exhausted its resources and is currently seeking new funding or potential buyers to restart the project.

9.Loot Legends

Loot Legends is a free mobile dungeon exploration game developed by HYCHAIN, available for download on the App Store and Google Play. The game features over 10 chapters, 200 dungeon levels, and more than 1,500 weapons and armor items.

The game uses various in-game currencies such as diamonds, gold, and honor medals, operating its economy around $TOPIA. Players can earn $TOPIA through gameplay and use it to purchase premium items. The game also includes a market called “The Outpost,” where players can trade in-game items as digital collectibles.

Gameplay:

In “Loot Legends,” players immerse themselves in a rogue-like dungeon exploration game, with each adventure offering a fresh experience.

They will explore over 10 chapters and more than 200 meticulously crafted dungeon levels, battling monsters, avoiding traps, and defeating powerful bosses. Along the way, players can collect valuable loot such as weapons, armor, and special items, which can be upgraded or crafted to enhance their combat abilities.

The game features both single-player and multiplayer modes, including guilds, team dungeons, and PvP challenges. Combining action, strategy, and treasure-hunting elements, it offers a fast-paced and rewarding gaming experience.

Reason for Shutdown:

On February 28, 2025, HYCHAIN announced the closure of its game publishing department to focus entirely on the development of its flagship gaming platform, HYTOPIA.

This decision marks the end of HYCHAIN’s publishing business, which included “Loot Legends” and “Dragon Legends.” According to the company, this move aims to streamline operations and concentrate resources on HYTOPIA, as they believe this project has greater long-term potential.

“Loot Legends” is a Web2 game that was acquired and migrated to the Web3 platform, and it will continue to operate but will no longer receive any updates. The game previously attracted over 25,000 active players and developed a loyal community.

10.MetalCore

MetalCore is a mech-based combat game emphasizing intense strategic multiplayer battles, developed by Studio 369. The game combines first-person and third-person shooting elements with crafting and vehicle manufacturing features.

The game is currently in early access on the Epic Games platform. MetalCore is developed using Unreal Engine 5, supporting cooperative and competitive multiplayer modes. Season 1, launching on September 12, 2024, introduces new MetalPunks themes, leaderboards, and tournaments.

Gameplay:

MetalCore is a free-to-play post-apocalyptic blockchain massive multiplayer online game that combines first-person shooting gameplay with large-scale PvE and PvP battles. Players can fight for one of three factions using customizable war machines like mechs, tanks, and jets, earning NFT-based in-game assets and ultimately participating in a dual-token economy consisting of governance tokens (MTP) and utility tokens (FAB).

MetalCore was initially built on Polygon using Immutable X’s zkEVM for blockchain integration, including NFT ownership and item trading. It is reportedly migrating its blockchain infrastructure to Solana to enhance scalability and performance.

Reason for Shutdown:

According to Tr3vor, MetalCore developers have not released an official statement, but “the game seems to have been abandoned. There has been no statement addressing external speculation.”

In MetalCore’s latest post on X, it thanked players for participating in its Battlegrounds event and announced that its servers and Discord channel would temporarily go offline to implement significant game changes. While they assured the community that they would return soon, there have been no further updates from the account since March.

11.Mystery Society

Mystery Society is a Web3 social deduction game developed by Great Big Beautiful Tomorrow. The studio is led by former Disney and Universal Pictures executive Chris Heatherly. The game emphasizes teamwork and strategic discussion.

Although development is currently paused, the game was previously playable on desktop via Immutable Passport or available for download through the Google Play Store.

Gameplay:

Players take on the roles of family members in a haunted castle, with some secretly acting as impostors. While everyone works to complete challenges, the impostors create chaos.

The core gameplay revolves around deduction and deception, where players hold meetings and vote to eliminate suspected impostors, blending strategy, social interaction, and teamwork for a suspenseful and entertaining experience.

Reason for Shutdown:

The Mystery Society announced on February 25, 2025, via a post on X that development has been paused due to the challenges currently facing the Web3 gaming industry, making it difficult to secure funding. Plans for the $MYSTRY token have now been indefinitely shelved, and players who purchased in-game gems will receive refunds.

While the game will temporarily remain online, the team is exploring the possibility of re-releasing the game on Steam without Web3 elements and is willing to collaborate with publishers from either Web2 or Web3.

12.Nyan Heroes

Nyan Heroes is a free, Solana-based hero shooter developed by 9 Lives Interactive, inspired by games like “Overwatch,” where players control cats piloting mechs known as “Guardians,” each with unique abilities and customizable gear.

The associated NYAN token was launched in May 2024 and can be earned through play-to-earn airdrop events, used to unlock rewards, pay fees, rent assets, and participate in governance.

Gameplay:

Nyan Heroes is a shooter game where players control cats piloting powerful robots. Each cat has its own style and skills, while the robots are divided into different tiers and possess special abilities.

Players can upgrade and customize their robots using attachments. The game also features fast-paced, agile action and offers various game modes for a rich and fun combat experience.

Reason for Shutdown:

Despite attracting over 1 million players during four Pre-Alpha tests on Epic and Steam platforms, Nyan Heroes announced its closure due to a lack of funding.

Developer 9 Lives Interactive stated that despite discussions about publishing, funding, and acquisition, it was still challenging to secure funds.

While there remains hope for the studio or IP to be acquired, the future of the game remains uncertain.

Nyan Heroes stated: “Despite achieving these milestones and discussing publishing, new investments, funding, and acquisitions, we failed to secure the necessary funds to complete the game. This is not the outcome we expected. The entire industry is in a tough spot, and Nyan Heroes regrets to announce its closure.”

13.RoboKiden

RoboKiden is a fast-paced team action game that blends third-person shooting, cooperative gameplay, and MOBA-like strategic elements, featuring numerous characters, unique weapons, and robots. The game supports cross-platform multiplayer and can be played on PC, PS5, Switch, and Xbox Series X, providing an intense and strategic robot combat experience.

Gameplay:

RoboKiden combines team collaboration, strategic use, and diverse weaponry, with each player controlling their unique character in battles that typically last around 10 minutes.

Players can choose unique characters, wield various cool firearms and powerful robots, and compete for key points on the map.

Reason for Shutdown:

Although the developers have not explicitly stated that the game has shut down, there have been no updates since their X account posted a summary report regarding a smart contract hack last February.

On December 25, 2024, a vulnerability in the team-affiliated smart contract on Avalanche allowed attackers to steal 38.7 million $KIDEN tokens. The vulnerability stemmed from a lack of ownership checks in the contract’s initialization function. The attackers exchanged the stolen tokens for $WAVAX and transferred the funds to their wallets.

According to RoboKiden, as the price of $KIDEN plummeted, three buyers purchased the stolen tokens at a low price and transferred them to MEXC, complicating recovery efforts. In response, RoboKiden withdrew liquidity from decentralized exchanges, warned the community, and began collaborating with exchanges and law enforcement for an investigation.

The team noted that this attack significantly harmed the token’s stability and the team’s resources.

14.Rumble Kong League

Rumble Kong League is a Web3-based three-on-three arcade basketball game that combines fast-paced, exaggerated basketball action with blockchain technology and NFTs.

Set in the city of Asloth, players can unlock rewards by exploring quests, challenges, and mini-games while progressing through leagues.

The game is available on the Google Play Store and Apple App Store. It is also one of the games developed on the Ronin platform.

Gameplay:

Players can own or rent unique Kong NFTs and use special skills, flashy dunks, and strategic moves to compete in short, thrilling matches.

The core gameplay is driven by AI but still influenced by player input, ensuring dynamic, skill-based competition. The game also features a “play-to-earn” system, allowing players to earn in-game rewards that may be redeemable for real-world currency.

Reason for Shutdown:

Although the developers have not made an official statement, Ronin talk show host StarPlatinum expressed disappointment over the failure of “Rumble Kong League,” noting that despite the project being highly anticipated for years, including the launch of NFTs and support from celebrities like Stephen Curry, it ultimately failed to meet expectations.

The team behind the game later informed the community that they were “starting from scratch,” had stopped paying administrators two months ago, and now seem to have abandoned the project, possibly selling it to a company in Brazil.

15.Tatsumeeko

Tatsumeeko is a Web3 role-playing game integrated with Discord, also supporting iOS, Android, and web platforms.

In September 2024, the studio behind the game, Tatsu Works, announced a migration from IMX and Solana to the Ronin network.

Gameplay:

Tatsumeeko’s gaming experience centers around loot, team growth, and community building.

Set in the continent of Steyria, players take on the role of “otherworldly visitors” in a peaceful era marked by the clash of modern technology and ancient mythology. The game features a hybrid team system, allowing players to customize their main character and build a companion team, with each companion having unique growth paths and equipment.

Combat is turn-based and automatic, requiring players to devise strategies against different enemy teams. In addition to combat, Tatsumeeko includes life skills activities such as fishing, farming, and pet care, appealing to players who prefer non-combat activities. Players can also obtain private “Pocket Dimensions” for personal housing construction and pet interaction.

Reason for Shutdown:

In a blog post, Tatsu Works announced the official cessation of development for “Tatsumeeko: Lumina Fates,” citing challenges in launching a sustainable product that meets community expectations. Despite multiple playtests and high community engagement, the team felt the game lacked a core concept and confidence to continue.

They stated that this decision reflects Tatsu’s return to its roots of developing games for online communities like Discord. The announcement also emphasized that their next project, “Project: Wander,” will launch directly within these social spaces, focusing on fast, interactive, and community-driven gameplay.

Tatsu also assured holders of Meekolony Pass and Aethereal Parcels that their assets will remain relevant in upcoming projects.

16.The Walking Dead: Empires

The Walking Dead: Empires is a blockchain-based survival MMORPG set in the universe of the popular AMC television series. Developed by Ember Entertainment and supported by Gala Games, the game combines classic survival mechanics with NFT-based ownership.

The game features NFT land ownership, providing gameplay advantages such as resource boosts and additional defenses, granting players the honor of having a stake in the game world.

Gameplay:

In “The Walking Dead: Empires,” players can choose a hero, whether a regular survivor or an NFT-based character, to engage in survival gameplay that includes scavenging, crafting, building, and defending bases.

Key features include resource gathering, player-versus-player combat, and NFT integration to enhance the gaming experience. While NFTs provide advantages, the game is fully playable without them, aiming to attract both traditional and Web3 players.

Reason for Shutdown:

Gala Games announced that “The Walking Dead: Empires” will shut down on July 31, 2025, marking the end of over three years of development and more than a year of public testing for the project. This decision is part of a strategic shift for the company, aiming to refocus on the broader Gala Games ecosystem.

Players holding in-game NFTs will receive alternative NFTs with equivalent functionality in other Gala Games. The exchange system is currently under development, with more details to be announced soon.

However, Gala Games has not specified the exact details of the NFT exchange process, leaving uncertainty about how the alternative NFTs will match the value and functionality of the original assets.

17.Valeria: Land Before the War

Valeria Studios is a Web3 game studio dedicated to creating blockchain-based games where players can own, trade in-game assets, and profit from them.

Its flagship game, “Valeria: Land Before the War,” allows players to use VAL tokens to purchase items and participate in game economic activities.

Gameplay:

“Valeria: Land Before the War” is a real-time strategy mobile game set to release on October 4, 2024, for iOS and Android platforms.

Players can unlock heroes, weapons, and NFT items through various game modes, including dungeons, story mode, faction battles, PvP, and tournaments. The game is released on the XAI network.

Reason for Shutdown:

Valeria Games announced on X that they have exhausted their funds and will pause the development and support of their mobile game and trading card game (TCG).

“For now, we will temporarily keep the games running while seeking investors or potential buyers. If we find the right partner to help us realize our vision for this mobile game and TCG, we will do our utmost to achieve it. But for now, the LOV TGE plan is indefinitely shelved.”

Current State of the Web3 Gaming Industry

In a recent DappRadar report, Web3 game investments plummeted by 71% in the first quarter of 2025, dropping to $91 million, as investor interest shifted towards AI and real-world assets. The user base also saw a 6% quarter-over-quarter decline, with 5.8 million daily active unique wallets.

Additionally, a report from Footprint Analytics earlier this year indicated that despite strong performance in the broader crypto market, the Web3 gaming sector experienced a sharp decline in January 2025, with market capitalization dropping by 19.3% to $22.3 billion and trading volume decreasing by 12.4%, attributed to platform consolidation, declining investor interest, and competition among chains like Wax, opBNB, and Aptos.