Meta: Web3 gaming communities have been the foundation of multiple successful games including Pixels, Illuviam Overworld, Star Atlas, and many more!

Since 2023, there has been a huge investment in gaming development and communities within the web3 space. We can see this through multiple successful titles including Star Atlas and Off the Grid. However, how can you be involved in the development of these games? Now, more than ever, web3 gaming needs more creatives, supporters, and developers. Below I will cover the top 4 web3 gaming communities that are popping off from some of the largest web3 ecosystems, as we also start to see what 2025 will bring to web3 gaming.

Gam3s.GG

Gam3s.gg has seen huge growth as now one of the largest communities in the web3 ecosystem. Gam3s.gg supports hundreds of games on the blockchain, including intensive involvement with gaming production including profile level-up opportunities. If you need to find your first-ever community that will start you on a web3 gaming spiral, this is the place. 

If you want to join the community, I would start by creating an account on their official website and getting started on their Battle Pass. From there you can also:

• Buy G3 Tokens
• Stake G3 Tokens
• Buy a Gam3r NFT
• Complete Quests

You also have access to multiple outlets including their top-rated games from which you can filter which platforms you would like to play. I would also check out their Discord, too!

Battle Pass

Games.gg offers a battle pass that is either free or paid which allows gamers to participate and earn exclusive rewards. I personally love this feature, as it gets your users to engage and have a fun interactive experience. 

In order to participate you must first create an account and connect your socials. The more you verify, the more points you can earn!

Discord

The Gam3s.gg discord is one of the main locations to actually interact with the mods, founders, and other users. From here you are notified of news in real-time, and can openly ask any questions regarding games, staking, and even airdrops. 

When you enter their Discord, they will first need to verify you are human. Once you get through all of the security measures, you simply need to select which parts of the community you are more interested in. This allows you to not become too overwhelmed with subjects you may have no interest in. 

XAI Gaming

XAI Gaming is the first ever Layer 3 solution for Indie Games, built on Offchain Lab’s Arbitrum technology. It is one of the best communities to contribute to because of its high reward pool for gamers and key holders. 

Sentry Key Holders in 2024 earned over $300 million in rewards and airdrops alone. This does not even include in-game rewards and contests that they host through their Discord channel. 

Sentry Keys

Sentry Keys are a way to stake into gaming pools and support games/platforms within development. Each key you stake or even own is access to guaranteed rewards from the XAI ecosystem. 

I have staked my first ever token/key through XAI gaming and it was a seamless experience. I personally recommend this community if you are maybe new at staking and not quite sure of where to start (but you know you love gaming). 

Star Atlas

Star Atlas has had a solid community for the past year. While most communities have been aiming for a Discord and Twitter presence, Star Atlas has successfully created an official DAO for their community. 

To be part of the DAO (or any DAO) typically requires staking and investing in the builder’s community whether you yourself are a builder, or are looking more into the governance space. 

The Star Atlas DAO

Any type of decentralized autonomous organization has a much more structured community-based experience, which may not be for everyone. However, if you are looking to get serious about your involvement in decentralized gaming, the Star Atlas DAO is one of the best places to get your foot in the door. 

To join, simply go to their website and follow up on their links to learn more… Or just go to the Star Atlas homepage from here. 

Game7 

Game7 is a decentralized collective focused on accelerating the development of Web3 gaming. Unlike other communities that focus on specific games or platforms, Game7 is working to build the foundation of Web3 gaming infrastructure. Their community consists of developers, gamers, and investors all working together to solve the biggest challenges in blockchain gaming.

One thing that stands out to me about Game7 is their dedication to providing gamers with authentic, up to date info on gaming in web3. If you want to be a part of a solid, down-to-earth gamer community, Game7 is a great place to get started. 

Tips to Get Started in a Web3 Gaming Platform and the Community

Before you get started in Web3 gaming communities, keep in mind some helpful tips. These really helped me stay organized and not run all over the place. There is a lot to uncover, however, make sure you:

1. Start with one platform and learn it well – Gam3s.GG is perfect for beginners

2. Join Discord channels and actively participate in discussions

3. Consider small initial investments in tokens or NFTs to understand the ecosystem

4. Complete available quests and battle passes to earn rewards while learning

5. Connect with other community members and don’t hesitate to ask questions

6. Stay updated on project developments through official social media channels

Conclusion

Whether you’re interested in casual gaming through Gam3s.GG, seeking serious investment opportunities with XAI Gaming, want to participate in governance through Star Atlas DAO, or help build the future with Game7, there’s a community for every type of gamer in the Web3 gaming ecosystem. As these communities continue to grow, they offer increasingly valuable opportunities for both casual players and serious investors to get involved in the future of gaming.