Axie Infinity became a hallmark of the 'play-to-earn' model. In 2025, it undergoes significant transformations as it seeks to reclaim its place in the world of blockchain gaming.
Origins of Axie Infinity
The game was launched by Sky Mavis in March 2018, inspired by Pokémon and CryptoKitties. The user base surged after the launch of the Ronin sidechain in 2021, which lowered transaction costs on Ethereum.
How Axie Infinity Works
The core gameplay includes collecting, breeding, and battling fantasy creatures called Axies. The game uses a dual-token economy involving SLP and AXS tokens used for various economic purposes.
Current State and Challenges
As of 2025, Axie Infinity continues to face challenges of economic sustainability and security following a major hack in 2022. Despite this, Sky Mavis is developing new projects like Atia's Legacy to renew interest in the platform and attract new players in a more balanced 'play-and-earn' model.
The journey of Axie Infinity serves as both an example and a warning for the blockchain gaming industry. Despite the challenges, the game continues to inspire and evolve, writing new chapters in the collective history of digital assets and gaming communities.
