Rockstar Games, the renowned studio behind the immensely popular Grand Theft Auto (GTA) series, has sent waves of excitement through its fanbase by announcing the release of the trailer for the highly anticipated GTA 6 in December. The announcement has fueled speculation within the crypto community, with rumors circulating about the potential incorporation of crypto rewards in the upcoming game.
GTA 5, released in 2013, has held its ground as the latest installment in the GTA series for the past 10 years, leaving fans eagerly awaiting the next chapter in the iconic gaming franchise.
The speculation around GTA 6’s crypto integration gained traction when an influential Twitter user, Alex Wacy, with a following of 44,500, shared thoughts on the potential impact. Wacy expressed optimism, stating:
“GTA 6 could be the very catalyst for Web3 Gaming’s extensive growth. If the rumors of crypto integration are confirmed, I predict that the beginning of 2024 will mark the extensive growth of the sector.”
Wacy’s prediction aligns with the anticipation that GTA 6 could play a pivotal role in the growth of the GameFi (Game Finance) ecosystem, especially if crypto integration rumors are validated.
It’s noteworthy that Illuvium, an Ethereum-based AAA game, recently announced its release on the Epic Games store. AAA classification denotes high-profile games, and Illuvium’s native token, ILV, experienced a notable 17% increase in the past 24 hours following the announcement.
The broader GameFi market has also shown signs of recovery, with Axie Infinity’s token, AXS, witnessing a nearly 50% surge since mid-October. Axie Infinity is recognized as one of the most popular Web3 games.
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The GameFi sector’s recovery is significant, considering its struggles for user adoption earlier in 2022. The reported peak in active wallets for Axie Infinity in late October is indicative of a renewed interest in GameFi, and the potential integration of crypto rewards in GTA 6 could further contribute to the sector’s growth.
As Rockstar Games unveils the trailer for GTA 6, the crypto and gaming communities eagerly await more details about the game’s features and the potential impact of crypto integration on the gaming landscape.
