BGA: Web3 games are shifting towards sustainable models, and industry confidence and maturity are recovering.

According to Odaily Planet Daily, the Blockchain Game Alliance (BGA) pointed out in its latest annual industry report that the Web3 game industry is shifting from an early speculative-driven stage to a development path that focuses more on sustainable economic models and product orientation, with a significant rebound in overall market sentiment and maturity.

The report, based on a survey of over 500 global blockchain gaming professionals, shows that industry optimism has rebounded from a 2024 low to 65.8%, with a shift in focus from token economics design to high-quality game content, stable revenue models, and payment infrastructure supporting real-world business scenarios. BGA states that the core hallmark of this industry transformation lies in "a repositioning towards a sustainable economic system."

The report reviews that after the Play-to-Earn boom in 2021, Web3 games experienced a downturn in 2024. The collapse of the P2E model, funding shortages, and numerous project failures led to a loss of confidence in the industry. In 2025, industry funding dropped to $293 million, far below the $4 billion in 2021, forcing teams to shift towards streamlined operations and self-sustaining models.

BGA also pointed out that improved regulatory conditions and the widespread adoption of stablecoins are becoming important drivers of industry recovery. Yat Siu, co-founder of Animoca Brands, believes that the more favorable US regulatory environment gives projects greater flexibility in token issuance structures; while stablecoins provide a low-cost, low-volatility cross-border transaction solution for in-game payments. Nearly 30% of respondents believe that the launch of high-quality games is the most critical factor driving industry growth. (Cointelegraph)