Gigaverse Expands with $2M Raise and New In-Game Events

A Big Step Forward for Gigaverse

Web3 MMO Gigaverse has just taken a major leap forward, raising $2 million in its first funding round. The raise was led by 1confirmation, a venture firm best known for backing OpenSea and Farcaster. For Gigaverse, which already has over 75,000 paying players and $4.5 million in revenue, this funding represents the start of an even more ambitious growth phase.

The team is doubling down on its vision of building the most played and most enjoyed crypto-powered social MMO, a goal that feels closer than ever with strong community traction and new systems rolling out at lightning pace.

Strong Backing Across Crypto and Gaming

Gigaverse isn’t just pulling in player numbers—it’s also winning over respected investors and builders across Web3. Alongside 1confirmation, the raise attracted more than 40 individual backers, including founders and contributors from YGG, Modern Market, Pudgy Penguins, Harbinger, GGs, Abstract, and Project 0.

This kind of backing shows confidence not only in the game’s mechanics but also in its creator-driven development model, which puts community input front and center.

Explosive Growth in Web3 Gaming

Since launching in early 2024, Gigaverse has quickly become one of the most talked-about blockchain games. In just six months, it pulled in over $4.5 million in direct revenue and more than $9 million in peer-to-peer item trading.

Unlike many competitors, Gigaverse didn’t rely on heavy influencer marketing or paid promotions. Instead, word of mouth, strong gameplay loops, and an active player economy fueled its success. With 75,000+ paying players, it’s proof that fun-first design combined with Web3 mechanics can build a thriving ecosystem.

Giga Juice Event Brings New Power-Ups

To celebrate its funding milestone, Gigaverse launched a limited-time Giga Juice Event, which runs from September 3 for just seven days. Players can pick up special juice items at the in-game vending machine:

• Juice Box – Unlocks the Angelic Head cosmetic

• Juice Carton – Includes the Angelic Body cosmetic

• Juice Tank – Comes with 180 days of juice and a free real-world GIGA Dad Cap (just cover postage)

So, what exactly is Giga Juice? It’s a new buff system that offers perks like:

• Extra potion slots

• Faster energy regeneration

• Boosted energy capacity (240 → 420)

• More upgrade chances

• Reduced time for intense runs

• Sprinting ability

The team has hinted that even more juice-based features will roll out in the future, expanding its role in the game’s progression system.

First 1/1 Character Auction – Jucius Maximus

Gigaverse has also introduced its first-ever 1/1 character, Jucius Maximus, through a 24-hour auction. This unique GLHFers character comes with the rare Juiced ability, which grants weekly stub rewards tied to GIGA rarity tier ROMs.

The auction winner also secures:

• 50,000 Scrap

• 50,000 Shards

• 5,000 Seaweed

• 69% of sales revenue from the Jucius Maximus skin, distributed automatically via smart contract

With both powerful in-game rewards and a built-in revenue stream, Jucius Maximus could set the tone for how future special edition blockchain gaming assets are structured.

Gigaverse Egg Mint Launches on OpenSea

Adding even more excitement, the team launched Gigaverse Eggs on OpenSea at a mint price of 0.0069 ETH (~$30). Each egg contains a Steed mount, essential for exploring Gigaverse’s open world.

Key details about the mint:

• Live as of September 3, 11:00AM EST

• Non-tradeable at launch, but tradeability will be enabled later

• Each wallet can mint up to 10 eggs

• ROM holders will receive a 1:1 egg airdrop

• Eggs hatch after the mint ends, requiring in-game materials and time

Since these Steeds will never be sold again, early minters are locking in exclusive collectibles with real gameplay value.

YGG Play Partnership Marks a Turning Point

In July 2025, YGG Play, the publishing arm of Yield Guild Games, signed Gigaverse as its first third-party title. This partnership introduced a fully onchain revenue-sharing model, giving developers real-time transparency into earnings.

The collaboration also featured a crossover event:

• LOL Land players gained access to Gigaland

• Gigaverse added LOL Land-themed skins

• Streamers like Elisa, YellowPanther, and Iceyyy showcased the event, boosting both games’ visibility

This deal positions Gigaverse as a leader in Web3 publishing innovation, highlighting the power of interoperability between blockchain titles.

From Indie Launch to Web3 Standout

What makes Gigaverse remarkable is its indie-style rise. Built by former contributors to Pirate Nation and Proof of Play, it launched in February 2024 without outside funding. Instead, the team relied on creator-led NFT collections:

• GLHFers Collection – Over 1,300 ETH in volume

• Gigaverse ROMs – Sold out in 10 minutes, generating $1M+

Now, with a $2M raise secured, Gigaverse is scaling up while staying true to its roots of community-first development and organic growth.

Looking Ahead – Eggs, Juice, and Beyond

Between the Giga Juice buffs, the first-ever 1/1 character auction, and the Egg mint, Gigaverse is proving it knows how to keep momentum rolling. With fresh funding from 1confirmation and backing from major players across crypto and gaming, the game is poised for even greater adoption.

For players, this means more rewards, more content, and more ways to engage in a crypto-powered social MMO that’s already redefining what blockchain games can be.