Big Time Brings Holiday Cheer with a Massive July Event

What if Christmas came early and brought you thousands in crypto rewards? That’s exactly what’s happening in Big Time during its Christmas in July event, which runs until July 28 at 6 PM UTC. With a 1.2 million $BIGTIME token prize pool, this is one of the game’s most lucrative crafting competitions to date—and it’s open to any player ready to gear up, craft hard, and fight for a leaderboard spot.

Let’s unwrap the details and see how you can earn while playing one of the hottest blockchain games this summer.

What Is Big Time?

Big Time is a third-person action RPG where you slash through procedurally generated dungeons either solo or with friends. But what really makes it stand out is its play-to-earn ecosystem powered by Open Loot, a web3 platform that makes it easy to buy, sell, rent, and trade NFTs using crypto or fiat.

The game is currently free to play during its Open Access period for Windows PC users (via the official launcher). A release on the Epic Games Store is also planned for the future.

To unlock crafting features and earn real rewards, players must own special NFTs like SPACE (virtual land) and Workshop NFTs. These assets allow you to create and refine collectibles using $BIGTIME tokens and other in-game resources.

Inside the Christmas in July Crafting Event

The Christmas in July event is all about crafting your way to the top 200 players on the leaderboard to win a slice of the 1.2 million $BIGTIME prize pool. The leaderboard launched on July 2 and will close on July 28 at 6 PM UTC.

• 🏆 Top prize: 50,000 $BIGTIME tokens (~$2,625)

• 🎁 Festive items: Rare weapons and armor from last year’s event are back

• ❄️ Snowflakes: A seasonal currency that gives you leaderboard points and is essential for crafting event items

For the first time, all event items are available immediately and players can choose their crafting method—either by using $BIGTIME tokens only, or by combining tokens with Time Crystals, a premium non-crypto currency found in-game or purchasable directly.

Crafting Strategy: What to Make and How

Crafting during this event requires smart planning. Supply limits exist for each recipe, whether you're crafting with tokens alone or with a token + Time Crystal combo.

Here’s a quick overview of notable items and their availability:

Item	Available (Tokens)	Available (Tokens + Crystals)
Snowgrims Twilight Starcleaver (Common)	3000	3000
Snowgrims Starcleaver of the Cascading Eclipse (Rare)	100	100
Snowgrims Frostbell of the Midwinter Requiem (Legendary)	250	250
Snowgrims Solstice Frostbuddy (Legendary)	1000	1000

Legendary items give you more points—but require more resources. Supply is limited, so crafting earlier increases your chances of climbing the leaderboard.

Weekly Challenges: Easy Points, Big Gains

In addition to crafting, Big Time is running weekly challenges during the event. These offer additional opportunities to boost your leaderboard rank.

First Weekly Challenge (Ends July 7, 6 PM UTC):

• 🎯 Open 2 Scarecrow Chests → +1500 points

• ⚒️ Craft 2 Starcleaver of the Cascading Eclipse → +15,000 points

That second task alone can shoot you straight to the top ranks. More weekly missions will roll out, so stay alert and check the mission board regularly.

How to Get Started and Play to Earn

If you're new to Big Time, here’s what you need to start crafting in the Christmas in July event:

1. Download the game via the Open Loot Launcher

2. Create an account using your social login

3. Get these NFTs from the official Open Loot Marketplace:

   • 🧱 SPACE (Virtual Land) – e.g., Rare Small SPACE for ~$6.80

   • 🔨 Workshops – e.g., Smoldering Forge or Shrouded Armory for ~$1.35 each

4. Deposit $BIGTIME tokens and optionally buy Snowflakes and Time Crystals

5. Start crafting and watch your leaderboard points rise!

💡 Pro Tip: Higher rarity Workshops let you craft rarer event items. If you want to aim for the big prizes, go for Epic or Legendary Workshop NFTs.

System Requirements and Access

Before jumping in, make sure your system can handle the action:

• OS: Windows 10

• CPU: Intel i5 4430 or AMD FX 6300

• RAM: 8 GB

• GPU: NVIDIA GTX 1060 or AMD RX 560

• Storage: 50 GB free space

If you're set, dive into the dungeons, refine some loot, and let the holiday magic begin!

Final Thoughts: Don’t Miss This Holiday Heatwave

Whether you're a die-hard fan of web3 games or just exploring your first blockchain games experience, Big Time’s Christmas in July event offers a thrilling blend of holiday vibes and crypto rewards. With limited-time items, a giant prize pool, and multiple crafting paths, it's a perfect chance to earn while having fun.

🎄 Craft smart, play hard, and may your Snowflakes bring you victory!