Sokipiriye Dokubo
The gaming platform GAMEE is preparing to merge its large base of 90 million users into The Open Network (TON) using a fun mascot named “degen bird.” The casual game called WatBird is about to introduce a significant number of players to blockchain and Web3 through the release of its new cryptocurrency, WATCoin, which is set for September.
Established in 2015 and taken over by Animoca Brands in 2020, the Web3 mobile gaming platform has attracted important investments from notable firms including TON Ventures and Pantera Capital. GAMEE has also established partnerships with major companies such as OKX, Yescoin, and Notcoin.
These collaborations have led to several initiatives, including a rewarding scheme for $NOT holders through WatPoints in partnership with Notcoin, and new missions for players developed with Yescoin, offering more ways to earn WatPoints. Additionally, GAMEE has collaborated with Mocaverse to grow its community on Telegram, enhancing user engagement.
At the heart of this initiative is the lively character WatBird, who has garnered a loyal fan base. The main game, Wat Racer, is a casual runner available on the GAMEE mini app within Telegram. Players guide WatBird in a box cart, collecting WatPoints as they progress. Players can also invite friends to enhance their cart into advanced vehicles like go-karts, cars, or even luxury Lamborghinis. This community-centric strategy has been crucial to the game’s success, attracting three million daily active participants and integrating four million wallets into TON. Such achievements position GAMEE to eventually connect its entire community of 90 million Telegram gamers with the TON ecosystem.
In a recent discussion, a representative from GAMEE emphasized the platform’s dedication to bringing millions of players into the Web3 arena. They pointed out that the straightforward setup and use of cryptocurrency within the TON environment significantly lowers the barrier preventing many from exploring blockchain and Web3.
GAMEE strives to unite brands, gamers, and crypto initiatives through playful engagement. The platform aspires to familiarize mainstream gamers with the unique benefits of blockchain technology, such as ownership of in-game assets, decision-making power regarding those assets, and rewards for their involvement in different games’ successes.
This user-centric mentality is illustrated by the WatBird project, where players not only enjoy the gaming experience but also accumulate fully owned assets linked to the Wat Racer game. The combination of captivating gameplay and the use of the platform’s native GMEE token—enabling players to stake for additional WatPoints—has propelled GAMEE to secure the #4 position in the latest Open League season. The Open League is a long-standing incentive program in Telegram, enabling TON projects to compete for grants and awards based on performance, encouraging innovation and development within the ecosystem.
As GAMEE prepares for its next expansion phase, focus turns toward the upcoming launch of WATCoin on TON. This token launch, driven by the WatBird character, signifies an exciting new phase for the platform.
A GAMEE spokesperson mentioned the community’s fondness for the eccentric WatBird character, making it a fitting choice for transforming WatBird into a comprehensive entertainment brand. This transition will usher in the WatBird Universe, featuring a series of interrelated mini-games starring the well-known “degen bird.” In addition to the games, there will be digital collectibles, merchandise, and community events, including competitive tournaments across various game systems and seasons.
Through these ambitious initiatives, GAMEE is not only advancing the future of blockchain gaming but also fostering an environment where players are compensated for their participation, blurring the lines between gaming and blockchain technology. The September launch of WATCoin on TON marks just the start of a greater vision for the WatBird Universe.