As we bid farewell to 2023, David Amor, CEO of the UK-based fully on-chain game developer Playmint, reflects on the pivotal moments in the blockchain gaming sector. Highlighting the emergence of "Autonomous Worlds" as a defining concept, Amor emphasizes the importance of clear communication in promoting the idea of fully on-chain games like Playmint's project, Downstream. In the face of the bear market, he underscores the industry's shift towards focusing on essential aspects and staying true to the core objectives amid the evolving trends in web3 gaming.
Discussing the business landscape, Amor acknowledges the impact of the hype in 2021 and early 2022, where the allure of significant investments diverted attention towards ambitious AAA projects. The bear market in 2023 prompted a reassessment of priorities, leading businesses, including Playmint, to concentrate on essential aspects and avoid distractions, echoing the mantra to "keep the main thing the main thing."
Looking ahead to 2024, Amor predicts the continued ascendancy of fully on-chain games, citing the growing number of builders creating intriguing and diverse games in this space. Alongside industry heavyweights like CCP Games and Proof of Play, the ecosystem is fostering a dynamic environment with a multitude of developers contributing to the scene.
When asked about his favorite blockchain game of the year, Amor singles out OP Craft for introducing novel ideas and standing out in terms of innovation. As the new year approaches, his resolution revolves around the cautionary note of potential return of "Ponzinomics" in a bullish market, advocating for exploration of more meaningful and diverse opportunities rather than succumbing to get-rich-quick schemes.
