How we chose these picks
We prioritized live, easy-to-onboard titles with real player traction, clear earning or ownership loops, and active 2024–2025 roadmaps. Data points below come from official announcements and reputable trackers so you can verify before you dive in.
1) Pixels (Ronin)
A cozy farming and social MMO with on-chain assets and a bustling player economy. After migrating to the Ronin gaming chain in February 2024, Pixels’ growth helped propel Ronin to the top of active-user charts; Token Terminal data cited 2M daily active users on Ronin in July 2024, while Pixels itself reported 1M DAU in May and ~1.7M MAU by June.
How you earn and play
Complete quests, farm, craft, and trade; in-game sinks like VIP coupons have driven substantial on-chain spend, and events frequently reward in-game currency and cosmetics. Start on Ronin with a free account, then upgrade your gear and land over time.
2) Guild of Guardians (Immutable zkEVM)
Mobile action RPG built for squads and dungeon runs. The game launched globally on May 15, 2024 and moved its assets to Immutable’s gaming-focused zkEVM for lower fees and Passport-based onboarding. Early post-launch stats from Immutable showed strong initial conversion and ratings.
How you earn and play
Collect heroes and gear, trade cosmetics and characters, and progress via seasonal content. You can play free on iOS/Android and connect Passport later to trade.
3) Illuvium (Immutable)
A lush “creature-collector” universe that blends open-world exploration with autobattler arenas. Illuvium opened on mainnet in 2024 and continued shipping major gameplay and economy updates through 2025, including a March 2025 systems revamp.
How you earn and play
Hunt Illuvials, craft, and compete in Arena; cosmetic drops and tradable assets provide ownership value. You can start free and connect a wallet once you’re ready to trade.
4) Gods Unchained (PC, iOS, Android)
A veteran Ethereum TCG with real card ownership. In early 2024, the team released official mobile apps on iOS and Android, making it easier to play anywhere while keeping desktop parity for ranked modes.
How you earn and play
Build decks, climb ranked ladders, and mint or trade select cards. Mobile uses Immutable Passport for seamless sign-in.
5) Parallel (PC; Epic Games Store)
A polished sci-fi TCG where wins can yield PRIME ecosystem rewards in certain modes. Parallel debuted on the Epic Games Store and has been running successive open-beta seasons and organized leagues through 2024–2025.
How you earn and play
Play free on Epic, collect cards, and compete in ranked/league events; PRIME acts as the ecosystem token across Parallel TCG and related titles like Colony.
6) The Sandbox (PC)
User-generated experiences, quests, and brand worlds with seasonal reward pools. In April 2025, Alpha Season 5 ran a six-week play-to-earn event featuring up to $1M in SAND and NFT rewards, alongside new branded experiences.
How you earn and play
Complete season quests, collect assets, and participate in events. Creators can monetize experiences on owned LAND.
7) NFL Rivals and FIFA Rivals (Mythical Games; iOS/Android)
Mainstream sports titles with tradable digital items under the hood. Mythical reported $650M+ in completed marketplace transactions across 7M+ players ahead of 2025 launches, and FIFA Rivals reached 1M downloads within six weeks of release this summer.
How you earn and play
Play free, win events, collect and trade player items via Mythical’s marketplace; NFL Rivals is live, FIFA Rivals is rolling out globally.
8) Big Time (PC)
An action RPG with a player-owned economy. The $BIGTIME token fuels crafting and upgrading for gear and cosmetics; players earn through gameplay loops and trade items in-game.
How you earn and play
Run dungeons with friends, gather resources, forge cosmetics, and sell to other players via the in-game economy.
9) Sorare (Web, Mobile)
Officially licensed fantasy sports using digital player cards across global football, NBA, and MLB partners, with prizes including cash, tickets and VIP experiences. Note that Sorare faces an ongoing UK legal case over whether its product constitutes unlicensed gambling; the company disputes the regulator’s position. Check local rules before spending.
How you earn and play
Enter weekly fantasy tournaments with your card squad and win rewards. Many leagues and clubs are officially licensed.
10) Apeiron (Ronin)
A “god-game” meets action-RPG with on-chain assets and the APRS token. 2024–2025 updates included a token launch, server scaling for rising demand, and continued ecosystem development on Ronin.
How you earn and play
Play free demos on PC, then connect a wallet for full Web3 features as seasons roll out on Ronin. Track activity and on-chain metrics as the game expands.
Quick start tips for 2025
- Pick a chain and wallet that your target game actually supports; Ronin and Immutable’s zkEVM dominate many 2024–2025 releases.
- Prefer official app stores and verified game pages (Epic, App Store, Google Play) to avoid fake clients.
- Learn the in-game economy first; many titles let you play free and connect a wallet only when you want to trade.
- Watch seasonal events with public reward pools and clear rules before committing capital.
FAQ
What’s the safest way to start with NFT games?
Play in “free” modes first, then connect a wallet only when you need to trade. Use official distribution channels (Epic, App Store, Google Play) and verify you’re linking the correct chain before transacting.
Which networks are hottest for NFT games in 2025?
Ronin leads in gaming-centric activity thanks to hits like Pixels and Axie, and Immutable’s zkEVM has become a key launch pad for mobile and PC releases.
Do all games pay tokens directly for playing?
No. Many games focus on item ownership and marketplace liquidity, seasonal rewards, or tournament prizes rather than raw “play-to-earn” payouts. Always read a game’s economy guide and reward terms.
