In Brief:
- Wemade’s MMORPG MIR4 (official site) boasts 24 million accounts and over 40 million characters created.
- Players have traded its character NFTs more than 40,000 times, allowing monetization of in-game progress.
- The recent launch of the EXDRA4 utility token adds further blockchain integration and utility.
Strong player engagement
Wemade’s MIR4 franchise continues to thrive, reporting 24 million accounts and 40 million created characters over the past five years. While players have traded character NFTs over 40,000 times, the impact of this figure is relatively modest compared to the game’s overall engagement metrics.
Monetization through NFTs
The ability to trade character NFTs enables thousands of players to monetize their in-game progress, underscoring a tangible application of digital ownership in traditional gaming. This initiative illustrates how blockchain technology is being utilized to enhance player experience.
New blockchain features
In July, Wemade launched EXDRA4, the fourth season of its EXDRA utility token. This token can be traded for WEMIX on PNIX DEX, transferred between WEMIX PLAY wallets, and used to purchase in-game items. The company is also rewarding players with EXDRA for purchases made using WEMIX Coin, integrating in-game utility with blockchain payments.
Sustained economic support
While it’s challenging to quantify blockchain’s role in MIR4’s success, it has established an ongoing economic framework that allows players to trade characters, convert resources, and earn spending rewards. Unlike many token systems introduced after the 2021 boom, this framework remains functional and supported.
As Wemade continues to develop its blockchain features, it emphasizes the long-term viability of its gaming ecosystem.
