Metis GameFi Accelerator Unveils Its Inaugural Batch: Score Milk, Buzz, and Arena of Faith

We are thrilled to announce that Score Milk, Buzz, and Arena of Faith have been selected as the inaugural projects for the Metis GameFi Quantum Leap Accelerator Program. This milestone advances our collaboration with ABGA and Google Cloud Web3, improving the infrastructure and capabilities available to GameFi builders. The partnership focuses on implementing robust solutions for sustainable ecosystem growth by supporting innovative GameFi projects.

About the Accelerator Program

The GameFi Quantum Leap Accelerator Program, launched on September 17, 2024, during InnoBlock 2024 at the Singapore EXPO, is designed to bridge the gap between Web2 and Web3 gaming. With a dedicated $10 million fund, the program aims to incubate 12 innovative projects over a 6-12 month period, providing comprehensive support at every stage of development.

Spotlight on Our First Cohort

1. Score Milk: Score Milk is a pioneering platform that enables users to earn through their skills, aiming to make eSports more accessible to everyone. With a well-established business model and product, Score Milk has achieved consistent revenue growth and high user retention.
2. Buzz: Buzz is an initiative incubated by Dego Finance, representing GameFi innovation on Telegram for the Web3 community. Within just three weeks, Buzz has attracted an impressive 600,000 monthly active users.
3. Arena of Faith Arena of Faith is a blockchain-powered MOBA game that delivers value in both the traditional gaming and Web3 sectors. Supported by Tencent, Arena of Faith offers games that rewards all users, including gamers, spectators, and validators for their Proof of Frame Sync consensus.

These projects were selected based on their potential to transform the gaming industry through blockchain integration, their developed products, and their alignment with Metis's strategic goals.

What the Program Offers

Participants in the Metis GameFi Accelerator will benefit from:

• Grant funding support: Access to a share of the dedicated $10 million fund, with milestone-based grants tailored to each project's needs and potential
• Access to Metis's fast, cost-effective, and secure Layer 2 network
• Comprehensive GameFi industry research and mentorship
• Strategic guidance on Web3 business models and go-to-market strategies
• Co-marketing initiatives and community engagement support
• Valuable resources from both GameFi and traditional gaming sectors, provided by ABGA
• Access to Google Cloud's public cloud computing services for seamless infrastructure management

Looking Ahead

As we embark on this exciting journey with Score Milk, Buzz, and Arena of Faith, we're confident that these projects will play a crucial role in shaping the future of GameFi on the Metis ecosystem. We look forward to supporting their growth and innovation in the coming months.

Stay tuned for more updates on the progress of these projects and future announcements regarding the next batch of the Metis GameFi Accelerator Program.

For developers interested in joining future cohorts, applications are now open. Visit [application] to learn more and apply.