Sony is exploring concepts of Web3 through its latest patent application for "super-fungible tokens." This approach aims to integrate blockchain technology into the gaming industry, allowing players to own their in-game items. This could change the way people interact with video games, turning previously non-transferable items such as skins and battle passes into tradable assets. Typically, when players spend money on in-game items, they must write off these expenses if they lose interest in the game. These assets, locked within specific games, hold no value outside of them. However, Sony's foray into blockchain suggests a future where gamers can sell or trade these items.

The patent describes a method of tracking gaming assets associated with a player's electronic device, creating metadata for these assets. This metadata underlies the super-fungible token. It represents a collection of NFTs stored on a distributed ledger or blockchain. Noticeably, this system could open up a new market for free trading of in-game items among players.

Sony's plans remain extensive, and the patent does not specify whether a public or private blockchain will be used. This leaves various implementation options open, from creating an exclusive Sony blockchain to adopting existing public chains.

Nevertheless, super-fungible tokens go beyond technical marvel; they signify a shift in how players interact with their virtual assets. These tokens will tokenize gaming items – skins, weapons, vehicles – enabling real ownership in the gaming world.

However, much of this is still speculative, and Sony has not yet decided on the commercialization of this latest patent. It remains unclear whether Sony will opt for a more controlled private chain or a decentralized approach in Web3.