Play-to-Earn Issues

Web3 Games: Why Many Fail Before They Even Start

Web3 gaming has a lot of potential, but many games struggle to keep players engaged. Here’s why:

🚧 Too Many Barriers to Entry

Most Web3 games require players to invest money before they even try the game. Creating a wallet, buying tokens, and understanding blockchain tech can be overwhelming—especially for those new to the space. If a player has to jump through hoops just to see if the game is fun, many will simply give up before they start.

🎮 Gameplay Takes a Backseat

A common issue with Web3 games is that they focus too much on the blockchain aspect and forget about making an actual good game. Confusing UI, boring gameplay loops, and poorly designed mechanics leave players with little reason to stay. Worse, many games fail to prevent cheating—allowing multiple accounts, pay-to-win tactics, and unfair advantages to ruin the experience.

👥 Not Enough Players

Because of the high entry barriers and poor gameplay, most Web3 games struggle with low daily active users (DAU). Unlike traditional mobile games that attract millions of players, many blockchain games feel empty. And when a game looks abandoned, the few remaining players lose interest too.

💰 Tokens with No Real Use

Many Web3 games create in-game tokens, but often, they have no real purpose inside the game. Players earn them but have nothing to spend them on—so they just sell them. When the in-game economy is not well thought out, it quickly becomes unsustainable. Either some items are always in shortage, or there's an oversupply of things no one needs.

Our Thoughts

For Web3 gaming to succeed, developers need to put fun first and make blockchain elements seamless. A great game should be easy to start, engaging to play, fair for everyone, and have a sustainable economy. Otherwise, players won’t stick around—no matter how advanced the technology is. 🚀