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Pluto Studio, the maker of the popular Telegram game Catizen, has secured new funding from The Open Platform (TOP) as excitement builds for the upcoming TON token distribution.
TOP, a significant player in The Open Network (TON) blockchain ecosystem, has made a strategic investment in Pluto Studio, although the amount remains confidential.
Catizen’s Success and Gameplay
With an announcement from Pluto Studio on Monday, Catizen has seen remarkable growth, attracting 25 million players. The game involves simple puzzle-matching mechanics where players merge and upgrade cats in a virtual cat cafe to earn a larger share of an upcoming token airdrop. Forty-three percent of the total token supply will be distributed to players.
TOP’s Involvement and Vision
TOP, known for developing the popular Wallet bot on Telegram, co-created Notcoin, the first Telegram-based crypto game that set a trend earlier this year. Andrew Rogozov, TOP’s founder and CEO, commended the Catizen team for their innovative approach, stating that they have set a new benchmark for developers and are reshaping the future of gaming on Telegram.
Future Strategies for Catizen and Related Investments
Pluto Studio’s goal is to transform Catizen into an attention economy hub by consistently introducing new mini-games through its platform. This strategy aligns with Notcoin’s expansion plan post its token launch in May, with their aim being to establish the “Netflix of social, viral games.”
Besides their investment in Pluto Studio, TOP has also disclosed a separate investment in Akedo Games, a studio composed of developers with experience in major titles like League of Legends and PUBG Mobile. Akedo Games is working on a virtual pet game for Telegram where players can collect, nurture, and engage in battles with virtual pets referred to as “AkeDogs.”
These investments illustrate TOP’s dedication to promoting innovative gaming experiences within the Telegram ecosystem, utilizing the rising popularity of blockchain-based games.