Pixels Gears Up for the Future with vPixel, Pets Game, and Community Changes

The AMA kicked off with an update on tokenomics and gameplay. The Pixels team shared that recent changes, like the taskboard update, were only the beginning. More refinements are coming. The team admitted that internal decision-making has been slow. They are now bringing more members into key discussions to help speed things up. The main priority remains the same—finalizing the core gameplay loop. Monetization will come later. They want player feedback to shape the features first. That way, future updates can match what the community wants.

Chapter 3 is still in its early planning phase. The team hasn’t locked down the final direction yet. They are reviewing different ideas to make sure the chapter meets player needs. Key areas like mining, forestry, and pet care will see experience curve adjustments. The next chapter will also bring in more competitive and cooperative elements. One idea is a faction system that complements the current guilds. The update will aim to balance fun, challenge, and player interaction.

Shorelime Event and UGC Showcase

The Shorelime event remains a major celebration for the community. This year, the in-game football field is turning into a showcase fair for UGC. Only creators with at least three approved items can apply due to space limits. Over 1,300 UGC items have already been approved, making competition tight. Ramen received the Shorelime Chibi NFT during the event. It added to the fun and helped boost player engagement.

Pixels is preparing to welcome more web3 games into its ecosystem. The team is excited but realistic. Many web3 games still struggle to make money. To help, Pixels is designing ways for web2 players to join without crypto wallets. The pets game will lead this effort. It’s a mobile-first app built for easy access. It keeps web3 infrastructure in the background. The goal is to create an ecosystem that mixes both web2 and web3 players. This will help the platform grow more sustainably.

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One big change coming is the launch of vPixel. This is a new in-game currency backed 1:1 by $PIXEL. Players can stake or spend vPixel, but they can’t sell or trade it. Over time, $PIXEL will stop being used as a reward. It will shift to a stake-only model. This transition will take about a year. The team wants to increase return-on-reward-spend (RORS) across the ecosystem. They are also exploring ways to let players buy vPixel using simple payment methods like Apple Pay or Google Pay.

Staking has become a major part of the ecosystem. Every month, 28 million $PIXEL tokens are distributed. How much is staked in each game decides who gets funded. For now, core Pixels projects are protected. Later, all games will need to compete for rewards. This setup gives players more power and encourages fair distribution. It also promotes quality and sustainability across all games in the network.

Monetization remains a key issue. Some players feel they are spending more than they earn. The team understands this concern. They are working on systems that make spending feel optional and fair. New plans may include support for USDC and fiat payments. This would lower the need to rely on crypto and help bring in more players. Revenue from fiat could also be used to reward stakers. This supports long-term token stability and makes the game more accessible.

Community feedback has driven many recent changes. After the taskboard update, some high-level players found it harder to earn $PIXEL. The team is adjusting the taskboard daily. Players are encouraged to keep checking for changes. The team is also working on new missions, quests, and competitive features. Updates to guilds, farmlands, and specks are being discussed. Most of these will roll out with Chapter 3.

Bot Control and Security Measures

Bot activity came up during the AMA. Fully stopping bots is still difficult. The team is using new tools like VIP gating and reputation systems. These have worked better than older IP or behavior filters. They know bot detection is an ongoing battle. The approach needs to stay flexible and evolve with new threats.

The upcoming pets game marks the first mobile-first release from Pixels. It’s designed for web2 players who don’t use crypto wallets. This will make the game easier to join. The team hopes the app ranks well on store charts. They are planning group rewards based on download numbers. This mobile strategy is key for growth. It also helps connect web2 users to the blockchain world in a smooth, simple way.

The AMA ended with a look at the wider web3 gaming space. Many projects have faded. The team believes innovation is the way forward. They are exploring platforms like Roblox. It has a huge user base and could help bring in new players. No official plans yet, but it’s something they are studying. They want to keep learning and stay open to what works.