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Fortnite recently announced a collaboration with Nike and its NFT-driven .Swoosh Web3 platform. The partnership, “Airphoria,” allows in-game Nike-branded experiences in Fortnite Creative Mode. Users can participate in a Nike sneakerhunt and earn a free in-game accessory.

Gaming and technology are embracing blockchain and Web3 via non-fungible tokens (NFTs), with Nike potentially partnering with Fortnite creator Epic Games. This collaboration could involve Nike’s Air Max shoe brand, digital apparel platform .Swoosh, and Epic Games’ Unreal Engine software, signaling a shift towards NFT incorporation in mainstream gaming.

“Yuga Labs’ CEO Daniel Alegre critiques Meta’s interpretation of the ‘metaverse,’ which he believes fell short of user expectations. He highlights platforms like World of Warcraft and Fortnite that successfully built engaging metaverses, compared to Meta’s unremarkable Horizon Worlds. Alegre explains the importance of user community input in shaping successful metaverse projects and the divergent, evolving roles of nonfungible tokens (NFTs).”

Mass adoption of Web3 is approaching through entertainment, loyalty, and gaming sectors, with NFTs revolutionizing ticketing, fan engagement, and in-game assets. Traditional industries like finance are venturing deeper into the market as adoption subtly transforms the digital landscape.

NFT game Gods Unchained is set for a revival in 2023 with its launch on the popular Epic Games Store, attracting a larger audience. Developer Immutable Games Studio plans to introduce new game modes, a major expansion pack, and expand to iOS and Android platforms to enhance user experience and accessibility.

The Web3 game Outer Ring MMO, developed by Maniac Panda Games, aims to bridge the gap between mainstream gaming and blockchain technology. Integrating familiar gameplay elements and a user-centric economy, it allows players to create, trade, and monetize in-game assets as NFTs, reaching a broader audience in the Web3 gaming space.

Mini Royale: Nations, a Web3 browser-based first-person shooter game, offers a Fortnite-inspired visual style and engaging gameplay. Players can connect Solana or Ethereum wallets to buy and use NFTs for customization. However, limited weapon choices and latency issues may detract from the overall experience.

This article debates the metaverse’s future, as some claim it has run its course and been abandoned by businesses, while others like Tim Sweeney argue that there are still 600 million monthly active users across platforms, and tech giants continue investing in its potential.

Epic Games CEO Tim Sweeney humorously defended the Metaverse’s future, countering an article claiming its decline. Noting the vast active user base across platforms and major corporations’ development and investment within the Metaverse, Sweeney’s optimism stands firm.