Blockchain Gaming World 2026 | Predictions
Jan 2, 2026
The podcast dives into 2026 predictions for blockchain gaming, highlighting the rise of stablecoins and the potential of AI agents. They reflect on the failures of 2025, emphasizing that understanding past mistakes can lead to innovation. The discussion includes the shift to audience-specific games and the trend of hiding crypto elements to attract mainstream players. They also explore the evolving definition of play-to-earn and the challenges of marketing in web3. Overall, the hosts suggest a promising future for blockchain gaming, particularly through AI.
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Selling NFL Players Into A Falling Token
- Jon recounts moving assets from NFL Rivals to FIFA Rivals and losing value due to token collapse.
- He uses this personal example to explain why Mythical is shifting to stablecoins.
Stablecoins As Practical Payment Layer
- Stablecoins solve frictions like fees and cross-border transfers, making them practical for games.
- Jon Jordan argues stablecoins will become a mainstream payments layer in gaming and fintech.
Cross-Chain UX Is Quietly Fixing Friction
- Cross-chain infrastructure improvements greatly reduce user friction and improve liquidity.
- Jon Jordan says better cross-chain tooling lets games ignore chain specifics and improve UX.