B3 Launches AR Airdrops and Play to Win Blockchain Events

The line between the digital and physical world just got even thinner—thanks to B3, the open gaming Layer 3 chain built on Base. Whether you're a developer looking to monetize your game or a player ready to compete for crypto rewards, B3's latest innovations promise to transform how we experience blockchain games.

Let’s break it all down.

What Are B3’s “Play to Win” Events?

In the ever-evolving landscape of web3 gaming, B3’s Play to Win tournaments are stepping in to rewrite the rules of game monetization. Hosted on the platform bsmnt.fun, these events are basically an upgraded version of Play-to-Earn, designed to be as developer-friendly and user-friendly as possible.

These competitive events allow both Web2 and Web3 developers to onboard their games quickly—no blockchain expertise required. According to B3’s official X thread, moving a game on-chain and launching a tournament can take just minutes. That’s a game-changer.

Once a tournament is set up, devs can:

• Customize prize currencies

• Decide their share of the prize pool

• Choose free or paid entry options

• Enable matched entries or player-funded pools

In short, it gives creators the control they need to make competitions exciting and profitable.

Seamless Entry for Players: Anyspend and Apple Pay

One of the biggest hurdles in blockchain games has always been the complicated entry process. B3 is tackling that with Anyspend, a behind-the-scenes system that lets players enter tournaments using any token from any chain, no bridging or swapping needed. That means whether you’re holding ETH, USDC, or a niche game token—you’re good to go.

And if that wasn’t easy enough, Apple Pay support is on the horizon. The goal? Make web3 gaming feel like web2—only with more rewards.

How to Earn in B3’s “Play to Win” Tournaments

If you’re ready to get your game on, earning is just a few clicks away. Simply visit bsmnt.fun and check out the live tournaments.

To join, log in with your crypto wallet (like MetaMask, Phantom, or Coinbase Wallet) or use social sign-ins like Google, Apple, or Discord. No wallet? No problem.

Here are the first four games currently live with prize pools already funded:

• Heli Attack – 100,000 $B3 prize pool (200 $B3 entry; winner takes all)

• Bank Shot Pro – 100,000 $B3 prize pool (200 $B3 entry; top 3 players split rewards)

• Mochi’s Purrfect Playtime – 84 million $MOCHI prize pool (free entry; top 5 win)

• Toshi’s Fishing Frenzy – 2.5 million $TOSHI prize pool (free entry; top 10 win)

All tournaments launched on April 30th and are still ongoing. Whether you’re a casual gamer or a high-score chaser, there’s a spot—and a reward—waiting for you.

B3’s AR-Based Airdrops: Like Pokémon GO, but for Tokens

Yes, you read that right. B3 has launched a new augmented reality (AR) airdrop standard using their iOS app called B3AR, inspired by none other than Pokémon GO. Except instead of catching digital creatures, you're collecting crypto tokens and NFTs.

Using the B3AR app, players can locate real-world drop zones and claim tokens on the Base network. The experience includes:

• Real-time live maps

• Competitive races to limited-time airdrops

• Player visibility so you know who else is hunting nearby

The app made its debut at FarCon 2025 in NYC, where users could grab up to 4,000 $B3 tokens just by being in the right place at the right time. Future plans include adding new partners, token types, and collectable NFTs to the app—making this a long-term play, not a one-off gimmick.

The B3AR app is currently available for iOS only, with no Android version announced (yet).

Why This Matters for the Future of Blockchain Games

B3 isn’t just throwing cool features at the wall. It’s building a new ecosystem where:

• Developers can monetize instantly without learning Solidity

• Players can compete and earn with minimal friction

• Real-world and virtual experiences blend into one

From airdrop hunts to skill-based tournaments, B3 is showing what’s possible when blockchain meets creativity and accessibility.

More importantly, this approach lowers the barriers for both indie developers and everyday gamers to enter the web3 space.

What's Next for B3 and bsmnt.fun?

If this is just the beginning, then the roadmap ahead could be full of surprises. B3 already made headlines earlier this year with its AI Game Buildathon, and these Play to Win and AR innovations are just the next stepping stones.

Expect more partnerships, expanded tournament options, and perhaps even cross-reality gameplay that links AR drops with in-game rewards.

The future of blockchain gaming isn’t coming—it’s already here. And B3 is making sure it’s as fun, fair, and rewarding as possible.

Ready to play, earn, and explore the real-world metaverse? Head over to bsmnt.fun and check out the live tournaments today—or download the B3AR app and start hunting those tokens in the wild.

Want more insights into the world of web3 gaming? Stay tuned on NFT Playgrounds, where we bring you the latest updates, innovations, and breakdowns from the blockchain gameverse.