This course explores the failings of some Web3 games, including pyramid schemes, play-to-earn, and NFTs, while also discussing games built by independent developers and technologists with different monetization approaches. The course covers topics such as Bitcoin, Ethereum, NFTs, and the differences between blockchain and databases. The teaching method involves analyzing case studies and discussing the potential and challenges of Web3 games. This course is intended for game developers, technologists, and individuals interested in the intersection of technology and gaming.
Overview
Syllabus
Intro
Disclaimer
Web3 Potential
Twist Endings
Dis bewildering
Bitcoin
Bitcoin as a Devil
Bitcoin as a Philosophical Object
Bitcoin as a Criminal Object
A Side Note
World of Warcraft
Ethereum
NFTs
How NFTs Work
Axi Infinity
Ubisoft
Dark Forest
Fog of War
The Accelerator
Conclusion
Blockchain vs Database
The Point of a Blockchain
The Value of Players
Interoperability
composability
creating value
Taught by
GDC
