Elixir Games Halving: Shifting Focus to Quality Over Quantity

In the fast-evolving world of Web3 gaming, staying ahead requires constant adaptation.
At Elixir Games, we have always prioritized innovation and support for game developers. Over the last two years, we’ve partnered with over 150 games on our platform, providing a comprehensive suite of distribution tools. From download support to SEO-powered game pages, closed beta access, NFT-gated content, tournaments, friends systems, authentication, and SDKs for Unity and Unreal Engine—our offerings have been diverse and expansive.But today, we’re announcing a pivotal shift in our strategy: the Elixir Games Halving.

Why the Halving? In the Web3 space, the phrase "not gonna make it" (NGMI) is widely recognized, and it applies to projects that may struggle to find long-term success.

While we’ve been proud to support a wide range of games, we believe that to truly advance the Web3 gaming landscape, a refined focus is needed. That means ensuring that only the highest quality titles, those with the best gameplay, user experience, and community engagement, remain on our platform.

What Is Changing?
The Elixir Games Halving is more than just a rebranding; it’s a commitment to elevate the standard of games on our platform. As part of this shift:

• Immediate Game Removal: Any game that has not updated within the last 60 days will be automatically removed from our platform. Consistent updates and engagement are crucial indicators of a game’s potential to thrive, and we’re focusing on those that meet this standard.
• Rigorous Game Review: Our team will conduct detailed reviews of each game’s core meta-loop, gameplay mechanics, and user experience (UX) onboarding process. The goal is to ensure that each title we support offers engaging, intuitive, and rewarding experiences for players.
• Continuing the Halving: This process will continue until we find the right balance between quality and quantity. We’re not afraid to reduce the platform’s content significantly—potentially cutting up to 90% of the games currently available. By doing so, we aim to cultivate a space where only the most promising and polished Web3 games remain.

Building a New Standard for Web3 Gaming
By taking this bold step, Elixir Games is committed to contributing to the adoption of Web3 gaming in a more significant way. Our aim is to build a curated platform that serves as a quality stamp—one where the games featured are at the same level as any well-regarded Web2 game. It’s about raising the bar and ensuring that Web3 games can stand toe-to-toe with the best in the industry.

A Stronger Foundation Through ExpertiseThis strategic shift is further supported by our acquisition of LitLab Games studio in December 2024.

This acquisition has deepened our understanding of the game production process, allowing us to better evaluate the potential of the games on our platform.

Combined with our ongoing collaboration with over five games through the Elixir Games Incubation program, we are better positioned than ever to identify and support the games that are truly "gonna make it."What This Means for Game Studios

For game developers and studios, this change is an opportunity. It means that those who remain on our platform will be part of an exclusive selection of top-tier Web3 titles. As we prioritize quality, we encourage studios to continue refining and improving their projects, ensuring they meet the evolving expectations of players.

We are confident that this approach will create a stronger, more engaging platform for players, while offering our game partners a better chance to thrive in the competitive gaming landscape. With the Elixir Games Halving, we’re not just reducing our catalog; we’re redefining what it means to be a successful Web3 game.

Looking Forward
The Elixir Games Halving is a bold move, but it’s a necessary one to ensure that our platform remains a leader in the Web3 gaming space. We believe that by focusing on quality over quantity, we can better serve our players, our partners, and the broader gaming community.

As we continue to evolve, we invite you to join us on this journey towards a more refined, vibrant, and successful Web3 gaming ecosystem.Stay tuned for more updates as we continue this transformation, and get ready to experience a new era of curated, high-quality games with Elixir Games.