In Brief:
- Onchain Heroes launched the incentivized playtest for Maze of Gains 2.0 on July 1, with a prize pool of 250 Arcade Keys.
- The game features a redesigned battle system and persistent upgrades to enhance gameplay.
- Entry requires holding a Ringbearer NFT or Expedition Pass, and player feedback is critical for balancing.
New playtest for Maze of Gains 2.0
Onchain Heroes has initiated a playtest for Maze of Gains 2.0, which promises a significant overhaul of its popular dungeon crawler. The playtest opened on July 1, offering participants a chance to win from a pool of 250 Arcade Keys. The team encourages players to explore the revamped build and provide feedback.
What’s changed in MoG 2.0
The most notable addition is a new battle system. Players can now learn enemy attack patterns, prioritizing skill and strategy over mere luck. This revamped system is complemented by a new leveling mechanism.
Persistent upgrades represent another key shift. Players retain their upgrades until a run concludes, making early decisions more impactful as they delve deeper into the maze. Additional features include new biomes, unique rooms, and new in-game items, all designed to heighten the stakes during gameplay.
Joining the playtest
Eligible players can join the playtest by holding a Ringbearer NFT or an Expedition Pass. To participate, they must visit the playtest page at playmog.xyz/playtest and start playing.
Feedback from testers is essential for refining new systems before the full release. Players can submit their thoughts through a dedicated feedback channel on Discord. All participants receive unlimited playtest keys during the event, further incentivized by the Arcade Keys prize pool.
Maze of Gains within the Onchain Heroes ecosystem
Maze of Gains operates within the Onchain Heroes universe and is built on the Ethereum Layer 2 network Abstract. Created by Skarly, formerly of Wolf Game, it combines maze exploration with an economy driven by risk and reward. Participants navigate the maze, battle through rooms, gather upgrades, and attempt to cash out before losing their gains.
The game utilizes the HERO token for in-game transactions, which helps maintain activity. Access to the game is tied to keys and NFTs, with Genesis Hero and Genesis Ringbearer collections granting players entry to tournaments and events that tie into the MoG 2.0 playtest.
After launching on February 2, the original Maze of Gains saw unexpected popularity, generating over $150,000 in revenue for four consecutive weeks. The studio reported traffic levels 10 times higher than anticipated, prompting a backend redesign to improve scalability.
Regional growth and future plans
Earlier in 2026, Onchain Heroes partnered with Abstract Asia to launch a scholarship initiative, distributing 300 keys monthly to players in markets like Korea, China, and Thailand. This effort aims to eliminate the barrier posed by secondary market purchases, facilitating wider access to events, particularly as interest grows in the Asia-Pacific region.
MoG serves as a gateway into the broader Onchain Heroes IP. Skins earned in Maze of Gains will also be usable in OCH World, the ecosystem’s larger project. Characters from the dungeon are transferable to that world, with the potential for trading contingent on demand.
OCH World aims to function as the economic core of the Onchain Heroes universe, providing a persistent environment where players can produce resources, craft equipment, and engage in battles. Current testing involves core systems, with an emphasis on developing an economy that generates real demand.
The MoG 2.0 playtest is a crucial step toward integrating existing holders into the redesigned experience while establishing a feedback loop to refine game mechanics and player incentives.
