METAPIXEL Game Halts Operations Amidst Web3 Gaming Decline

The widely popular web3 game METAPIXEL has announced the suspension of all its operations. Developed by the renowned Korean AAA gaming studio, NPIXEL, METAPIXEL had garnered significant attention and was launched on the Apotos blockchain. However, the sudden halt has left many in the gaming community puzzled and seeking answers.

METAPIXEL’s Rise and Abrupt Halt

METAPIXEL’s journey began with a bang, especially given the reputation of its developer, NPIXEL. The game’s announcement had created ripples in the gaming community, with many eagerly awaiting its launch. However, recent posts on X (formerly known as Twitter) have confirmed that the entire team has been removed from the project, and no further development will take place.

The METAPIXEL community received a shock when a tweet from a team member, sapsal/Kate, stated, “The METAPIXEL project has been suspended indefinitely due to various circumstances.” This tweet was accompanied by an image, further confirming the news.

NPIXEL’s Announcements and Future Steps

NPIXEL’s official channels have also confirmed the news. According to announcements on their Discord, METAPIXEL’s website will soon deactivate its sign-in feature, and new member sign-ups have already been halted. Furthermore, activity on the game’s Twitter and Discord channels will be minimized and eventually cease.

Another tweet from a team member, suh, expressed gratitude to the community, partners, and teammates for their support during the project’s active days. The tweet hinted at a transition to a new role within NPIXEL, leaving many to speculate about the future of the studio and its other projects.

Web3 Gaming’s Declining Trend

The suspension of METAPIXEL’s operations is a reflection of the broader trend in the web3 gaming world. Funding for web3 games has seen a significant downturn this year, with a sharp 41% drop in June and a 22% decline in May. While NPIXEL has another major project, ‘Chrono Odyssey’, in the pipeline, it remains uncertain if funding challenges played a role in METAPIXEL’s suspension.

The sudden halt of METAPIXEL’s operations has left many questions unanswered. As the web3 gaming world grapples with funding challenges and changing dynamics, the future of many such projects remains uncertain. For now, the gaming community can only wait and watch as events unfold.

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