Pixelmon Shifts to Avalanche for Mobile-First Web3 Gaming Expansion

Pixelmon has announced that it will exclusively build its next wave of games on the Avalanche blockchain, marking a significant step forward in the evolution of Web3 gaming. The company’s upcoming flagship title, Warden’s Ascent, is a turn-based role-playing game that features over 100 monsters to hatch, evolve, and battle. This move, unveiled in May 2025, reflects a broader shift in the Web3 gaming space toward mobile-first development, aiming to bring blockchain-based gaming to a wider audience beyond traditional crypto users [1].

The decision to focus on mobile platforms is a strategic response to the dominance of mobile gaming in the global market. According to Newzoo, mobile games accounted for 53% of global game revenues in 2024, totaling nearly $100 billion. By leveraging Avalanche’s infrastructure—known for its high throughput, fast transaction speeds, and strong multi-platform support—Pixelmon can deliver a seamless gaming experience while preserving the core benefits of blockchain, such as true digital ownership and transparent, tradable in-game assets [1].

Avalanche, a Layer 1 blockchain, has established itself as a viable platform for Web3 gaming through successful titles such as Off the Grid and MapleStory Universe. Its ability to support scalability and real-time interaction makes it an ideal partner for Pixelmon as the company expands its portfolio to include Warden’s Ascent, Nova Thera Chronicles, and Warriors of Nova Thera. The blockchain also offers developers go-to-market support, enhancing the potential for growth and community building [1].

In August 2025, Avalanche and Helika launched a new gaming accelerator program, with Pixelmon joining as a key partner. This initiative aims to bring Pixelmon’s dark fantasy universe, Nova Thera, to a broader mobile audience. By combining Avalanche’s blockchain capabilities with Helika’s gaming infrastructure, the collaboration seeks to drive innovation and accessibility in the Web3 gaming space [2].

Together, these developments highlight a growing trend among game developers to prioritize mobile-first strategies and decentralized technologies. The integration of blockchain in gaming is no longer limited to niche audiences; instead, it is evolving into a mainstream entertainment experience with real-world value and player-driven economies. Pixelmon’s partnership with Avalanche reflects this shift, demonstrating how scalable and sustainable blockchain solutions can support the next generation of interactive digital experiences [3].

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[1] Pixelmon Brings Web3 Gaming to Mobile on Avalanche, Altcoin

(https://www.altcoinbuzz.io/cryptocurrency-news/pixelmon-brings-web3-gaming-to-mobile-on-avalanche/)

[2] Avalanche and Helika Launch New Gaming Accelerator, Avax.network

(https://www.avax.network/about/blog/avalanche-and-helika-launch-new-gaming-accelerator/)

[3] Vitalik Buterin's Goals for Ethereum Over the Next Decade, Altcoin

(https://www.altcoinbuzz.io/cryptocurrency-news/vitalik-buterins-goals-for-ethereum-over-the-next-decade/)