The YGG Play Summit 2024, held from November 19 to 23 at the Samsung Hall of SM Aura Premiere in Taguig, promises an unparalleled experience for the web3 community, particularly for gaming enthusiasts in the space. With a diverse lineup of events, competitions, panels, and showcases, the summit celebrates the intersection of gaming, blockchain, and community building. Here’s a day-by-day breakdown of what attendees can look forward to:
YGG Play Summit 2024 – Tuesday, November 19: A Competitive Kickoff!
The summit begins with high-stakes action as two $10,000 tournaments take center stage. Players will compete in Arena of Faith and Anichess, an innovative chess game backed by Animoca Brands. This day sets the tone for an exciting week of gaming excellence and showcases the potential of web3 gaming across multiple genres.
Wednesday, November 20: Blockchain Insights and Personal Journeys
Jesse Pollak wraps up his global mission to promote the Base blockchain in the Philippines, his final stop after visiting Kenya, India, Singapore, and Thailand. Pollak’s journey underscores gaming’s potential to drive blockchain adoption, offering new perspectives on how this technology can foster global connectivity.
YGG co-founder Gabby Dizon sits down with Shi Khai Wei from LongHash Ventures to discuss the future of onchain reputation, especially in light of digital and AI advancements. During their session, YGG will introduce Onchain Guilds, a product designed for this kind of era, highlighting how onchain reputation could shape the industry.
Paul Bettner, the creator of Words With Friends, shares his transformative journey from traditional gaming to web3 with Wildcard, a project he co-developed with his wife, legendary game producer Kate Bettner.
Hilmar Veigar Petursson, CEO of CCP Games and the mastermind behind EVE Online, shares his extensive knowledge of virtual economies and thriving ecosystems, drawn from over 20 years of experience with one of gaming’s most enduring titles.
Adding a touch of storytelling, the premiere of Metaverse Filipino Worker presents a short series celebrating five Filipinos who have found success in the web3 space without leaving home. Directed by Leah Callon-Butler, this 35-minute feature includes music by Apl.de.ap of the Black Eyed Peas and Artek606, capturing the spirit and resilience of Filipino talent in the metaverse.
YGG Play Summit 2024 – Thursday, November 21: Esports and Education
One of the summit’s highlights is Parallel’s $100,000 tournament, one of the most anticipated web3 esports events, featuring elite players from around the world. Renowned shoutcaster Alliestrasza will narrate the tournament action, with CEO Kalos presenting the awards and unveiling new developments. Special activations from OpenSea and Parallel add further excitement for fans.
The summit also delves into protocol presentations as top blockchain platforms like XPLA, Sui, Ronin, Avalanche, and Immutable outline their visions and developments in gaming. These presentations provide insights into how protocols are adapting to the web3 gaming ecosystem and nurturing community growth.
Finally, education takes center stage with Sebastien Borget from The Sandbox Game, who discusses collaborations with YGG’s Metaversity Program to empower underprivileged Filipino students in game development and 3D asset creation. Through a partnership with The Sisters of Mary Vocational High School, these training sessions provide opportunities for young minds from some of the most underprivileged communities in the Philippines.
YGG Play Summit 2024 – Friday, November 22: Gaming Showcases and Global Recognition
Friday is packed with gaming panels, live demos, and show matches featuring popular titles like Riftstorm, Pixelmon, Fableborne, and Captain LaserHawk. Jeffrey “Jihoz” Zirlin, a key figure behind Axie Infinity, returns to the Philippines to reconnect with fans, share updates, and celebrate the game’s remarkable impact on the local gaming community.
The day culminates in the prestigious GAM3 Awards, the first-ever in-person event for the awards program. Launched by GAM3S.GG in 2022, this annual recognition now offers over $5 million in prizes, celebrating web3 gaming’s finest creators, games, and projects.
YGG Play Summit 2024 – Saturday, November 23: Community and Creativity
The final day of the summit focuses on community-driven events, with Pixels hosting its first in-person AMA and energy party. Fans from around the world can connect with creators and fellow enthusiasts, both in-person and in-game.
The WolvesDAO community makes a memorable appearance with its Content Creator Den, bringing top creators together on the main stage. In an exciting crossover, top Off The Grid player Kyroh faces off against WolvesDAO members in a thrilling live showdown.
Finally, the highly anticipated cosplay competition brings the event to a festive close, with professional cosplayers portraying characters from popular web3 games and franchises. Attendees can marvel at the creativity and craftsmanship on display, making the cosplay competition one of the summit’s biggest highlights.
YGG Play Summit 2024 – Games to Watch
With an impressive roster of web3 games, the summit includes popular titles such as Axie Infinity, Guild of Guardians, Ragnarok: Monster World, RIFTSTORM, Pixelmon, and Parallel, giving attendees a firsthand experience of the future of gaming.
The YGG Play Summit 2024 isn’t just an event; it’s a celebration of innovation, community, and the transformative power of gaming and blockchain. Whether you’re a player, creator, or enthusiast, this is the place to be for web3 and gaming’s next evolution.
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