Tough year for blockchain gaming, but there’s a ‘shimmer of hope’

Blockchain gaming has faced a challenging year for funding, according to DappRadar, but a Q3 uptick brings hope, while recent game releases could turn the tide.

Blockchain gaming projects have struggled to attract funding this year compared to 2024, but analysts argue there’s a sliver of hope as studios release new games aimed at tapping into the mainstream gaming audience. 

In Q3, the blockchain gaming industry saw $129 million of venture capital flow in, its strongest quarter this year, bringing the total for the year so far to $293 million. 

However, the total is only a fraction compared to last year. In 2024, DappRadar recorded over $1.8 billion flowing into the blockchain gaming industry, and 2025 is so far on track to only attract 25% of the previous year’s total.

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