The Web3  gaming sector is entering an exciting phase this September with three major developments. Fableborne has launched its latest closed playtest, MetaToyDragonZ is climbing NFT sales charts, and PlayElumia has opened pre-registrations for its upcoming metaverse RPG. Together, these updates highlight how web3 games are evolving from niche experiments into large-scale entertainment platforms.

Fableborne’s Exclusive Playtest

On September 10, Pixion Games opened Closed Playtest V for its action role-playing game Fableborne, hosted on the Ronin blockchain. Access was limited to holders of Primordial NFTs, which were trading for around 52 MATIC on OpenSea at the time. The playtest gave participants the chance to raid magical islands, build hero squads, and defend bases while testing new features such as the Sorcery Unfold system, which enhances spellcasting combinations. Early responses suggest improvements in guild raids and balance. In fact, previous playtests received an average rating of 8.1 out of 10, showing the game’s appeal among testers.

 

 

Blockchain activity reflected this momentum. On-chain data from Ronin showed a 35% increase during the event, with over 1,200 wallets engaging in in-game economies. This rise hints at the upcoming integration of play-to-earn mechanics in Season 3, where players will earn rewards for their in-game efforts. Fableborne is not just testing gameplay, it is also experimenting with innovation. The most recent playtest introduced AI-driven raid predictions, which adjusted difficulty in real time based on player actions. According to internal surveys, this feature increased engagement by 25%. Developers encouraged participants to submit detailed feedback to help shape the next stage of the game.

MetaToyDragonZ Saga Dominates Rankings

While Fableborne tested new systems, MetaToyDragonZ Saga, a play-to-earn RPG powered by Polygon, has been making waves in the mobile gaming space. Developed by Sandbox Network, the game mixes casual exploration with competitive player-versus-player battles, all centered around generative pixel-art dragons. Since its grand opening last month, MetaToyDragonZ has recorded more than 150,000 downloads, built on Immutable zkEVM. Players can grow their dragons using collectible gacha tickets and earn Marblex tokens through in-game challenges. NFT ownership adds another layer, granting access to rare evolutions and exclusive gameplay features.

 

 

The secondary NFT market has also flourished. OpenSea recorded $2.5 million in trading volume, a 40% increase compared to the previous week. Rare dragons are fetching high premiums, with some selling for around 0.5 ETH. Industry support is strong as well, with backers including Nexon and Kakao. The project’s interchain bridge between Klaytn and Polygon has already enabled over 10,000 NFT transfers, improving liquidity and player flexibility.

MetaToyDragonZ also benefits from content creator partnerships. Over the summer, YouTube stars and other influencers became part of the game’s lore, attracting more casual players while broadening the game’s audience.

PlayElumia’s Pre-Registration Momentum

The third highlight of September is the growing anticipation around PlayElumia, a metaverse role-playing game, opened pre-registrations on September 5 through Google Play and the App Store, gathering more than 50,000 sign-ups within 48 hours.

The game offers a fantasy setting with elemental heroes, guild wars, and lore-driven storytelling. Players will have full NFT ownership of characters, equipment, land, and buildings, with plans for future integration options such as Immutable Passport. Early registrants receive testing rewards such as TEST_SHARD tokens, which grant access to beta testing but have no value beyond that purpose. PlayElumia is adopting a hybrid free-to-play model, allowing players to participate without upfront costs while offering play-to-earn features through staking mechanisms. However, staking yields are variable and not fixed at a set percentage.

Originally developed on Solana and Ronin, the project migrated to the Immutable platform after its acquisition by Triumph Games. Its governance token, Elumia Crowns (ELU), remains on Solana. The development team includes veterans from major studios such as Ubisoft and Gameloft. Cross-platform play is planned for both desktop and mobile, with an Android release teased for Q2 2025. The project has also stated its goal of reaching one million users by its planned launch in Q1 2026.

A Growing but Competitive Web3 Gaming Landscape

A timeline of September highlights:

Event	Date	Key Detail
PlayElumia Pre-Regs Open	Sept. 5	50K sign-ups; Lumia shard incentives.
Fableborne Playtest V Starts	Sept. 10	NFT holder exclusive; Sorcery Unfold debut.
MetaToyDragonZ Chart Peak	Sept. 12	$2.5M NFT volume.
Fableborne Feedback Deadline	Sept. 20	Surveys for next test invites.
PlayElumia Beta Tease	Sept. 25	Cross-chain NFT import demo.

 

These three developments illustrate the diversity within blockchain gaming. Fableborne focuses on exclusive access and community-driven development, MetaToyDragonZ combines casual fun with strong NFT-driven economies, and PlayElumia positions itself as a large-scale metaverse with cross-chain compatibility. Underlying these games is the technology powering them. Ronin provides low fees and high scalability, Polygon offers strong NFT infrastructure, and Elumia Chain is building a specialized environment for metaverse gameplay. Each blockchain is vying to attract both developers and players, creating a competitive ecosystem.

Final Takeway

September shows the progress of web3 gaming. Fableborne’s playtests highlight the importance of community feedback in developing games. MetaToyDragonZ illustrates how economies based on NFTs can expand into popular mobile markets. PlayElumia’s quick pre-registration growth indicates a strong interest in metaverse-style experiences.

If these projects manage to mix fun, ease of use, and sustainable token systems, they could lead the next phase of blockchain gaming adoption. As more players get involved, more digital assets are exchanged, and more developers test out new ideas, web3 gaming is evolving from a trial phase into a fully developed entertainment industry.