Report24 pages
Blockchain Industry Report: October 2022
- Total unique active wallets for decentralized applications grew 6.8 percent to over two million in October 2022, fueled by adoption on Arbitrum, Optimism, and NEAR.
- Cross-chain bridges were the primary security risk, accounting for 82 percent of the $3.57 million in total exploit losses during the month.
- DeFi total value locked increased 5.3 percent to $83 billion, with Ethereum maintaining a 62 percent market share.
DappRadarOct 2022
Report54 pages
2022 Blockchain Gaming Report: New Frontiers And The Path Forward
- The blockchain gaming sector shifted from speculative 'Play-to-Earn' models toward 'Free-to-Own' and 'Play-and-Own' frameworks that prioritize gameplay over yield-focused mechanics.
- Market valuations for major projects dropped by over 90% in 2022, while NFT transaction volumes fell 30% to $500 million despite unique active wallets stabilizing at approximately one million.
- Investment activity transitioned toward seed-stage game studios and user-friendly wallets, resulting in a 2.6x increase in the number of funding deals even as total deal value declined 19% year-over-year to $875 million in Q3.
CMC ResearchOct 2022
Report16 pages
DappRadar Blockchain Industry Report: Highlights of July 2022
- Blockchain gaming remains the industry's primary driver, accounting for nearly 60% of all dapp usage with 1 million daily Unique Active Wallets (UAW), an 8% month-over-month increase.
- DeFi activity hit a yearly low with UAW dropping below 500,000, though Total Value Locked (TVL) recovered 22% to reach $82.3 billion across Ethereum, BNB Chain, and Tron.
- The NFT market contracted significantly in July 2022, with monthly trading volume falling below $1 billion for the first time in over a year.
DappRadarJul 2022
Report46 pages
The Metaverse, Blockchain Gaming, and NFTs: Navigating the Internet’s Uncharted Waters 2022
- The metaverse and blockchain gaming have evolved into mainstream commercial forces, with major brands like Nike, Gucci, Samsung, and Louis Vuitton investing in virtual storefronts and digital real estate.
- Virtual events are demonstrating massive scale, as evidenced by Ariana Grande’s Rift Tour and Justin Bieber’s Wave performance attracting millions of concurrent viewers.
- Blockchain gaming is expanding through play-to-earn models, highlighted by Axie Infinity’s 3 billion gamers and Illuvium’s $72 million in funding, though long-term viability depends on engagement beyond speculative gains.
NewzooJan 2022
Report46 pages
Newzoo Trend Report 2022: The Metaverse, Blockchain, Gaming, and NFTs
- The metaverse is evolving into a persistent, 3D social ecosystem driven by Gen Z and Gen Alpha's prioritization of digital identities and direct-to-avatar commerce.
- Gaming platforms like Roblox have achieved significant scale, currently maintaining over 50 million daily active users.
- Current blockchain gaming models, particularly play-to-earn and scholarship guilds, face critical challenges regarding long-term financial sustainability and core gameplay quality.
NewzooJan 2022
Report46 pages
The Metaverse, Blockchain Gaming, and NFTs: Navigating the Internet’s Uncharted Waters
- The metaverse is evolving into a 3D social ecosystem led by 'game as a platform' models like Roblox, which currently sustains tens of millions of daily active users.
- Blockchain-based 'Play-to-Earn' games represented nearly 50% of all decentralized application wallet activity by late 2021, though growth is primarily driven by emerging markets seeking income rather than gameplay.
- Long-term growth for virtual platforms is hindered by high developer take rates, persistent net losses among industry leaders, and technical limitations preventing massive simultaneous user scaling.
NewzooJan 2022
Report31 pages
State of the Game Industry Report: 2022
- Labor organization is gaining significant momentum, with 55 percent of developers supporting unionization and nearly 25 percent of workplaces actively discussing collective bargaining.
- Work-life balance has improved, as 60 percent of developers now report working 40 hours per week or less.
- Despite progress in working hours, a majority of studios have failed to effectively address internal reports of workplace toxicity and misconduct.
GDCJan 2022
Report32 pages
Member Survey & Report 2021
- The blockchain gaming sector saw $4 billion in capital inflows from venture firms and DAOs in 2021, signaling strong institutional confidence in the industry's long-term viability.
- Industry professionals expect traditional gaming entities to integrate blockchain technology within the next two years, driven by the adoption of play-to-earn mechanics and true digital asset ownership.
- Regulatory uncertainty is the primary concern for over 50% of organizations in the space, followed by challenges regarding public education, user-friendliness, and a shortage of specialized engineering talent.
Blockchain Game AllianceDec 2021
Report15 pages
Dapp Industry Report: January 2021
- Ethereum maintained market dominance in January 2021 with $112 billion in transaction volume, representing 86% of total blockchain activity and over $30 billion in total value locked.
- The NFT sector experienced explosive growth, with Ethereum-based NFT volume increasing tenfold to $33 million, while Flow’s NBA Top Shot surpassed all Ethereum platforms to lead the market with over $40 million in sales.
- Binance Smart Chain recorded its strongest performance to date, processing over $15 billion in transaction volume and achieving the highest number of unique active wallets, driven primarily by Venus and PancakeSwap.
DappRadarJan 2021
Report71 pages
Newzoo Metaverse Report 2021
- The metaverse is evolving gaming into a persistent, scalable platform for social interaction and non-gaming activities, with 70% of gamers anticipating increased playtime in these virtual hubs.
- The industry is shifting toward a direct-to-avatar economy where digital identity and creator-led markets drive engagement on platforms such as Roblox, Fortnite, and Avakin Life.
- Blockchain technology is facilitating decentralized economies and play-to-earn models, with the sector currently transitioning toward scalable, green Layer 2 protocols to address transaction costs and environmental concerns.
NewzooJan 2021