IROC Studios Brings Pawtopia to HYTOPIA as First Creator Fund Game
- NFTrixie
- Aug 8
- 4 min read
The blockchain gaming world just got a major boost as popular Roblox developer IROC Studios steps into the blockchain games space. Known for its wildly successful Roblox creations, IROC is now bringing its expertise to HYTOPIA with a brand-new adventure: Pawtopia. This partnership isn’t just about making another fun game—it’s about setting the tone for what HYTOPIA’s Creator Fund can achieve.
From Roblox to HYTOPIA: A Bold New Chapter
IROC Studios has been crafting interactive worlds for over 15 years, earning its reputation as a community-focused developer. On Roblox, it delivered some of the platform’s most popular titles, including Game Store Tycoon, which racked up over 110 million plays and drew in more than 3 million fans worldwide.
What makes IROC stand out is its knack for designing games that keep players coming back—blending fun mechanics with strong community engagement. These qualities make them an ideal first partner for HYTOPIA’s new Creator Fund, which aims to empower experienced teams to build flagship titles on the platform.
Pawtopia: A Colorful Pet-Collecting Adventure
Pawtopia will be HYTOPIA’s first official Creator Fund project—and it’s looking to be a vibrant, community-driven experience. Players will explore voxel-based worlds filled with forests, crystal caverns, and mountain trails, all while discovering cube-shaped pets with unique abilities.
These pets won’t just be for show. They’ll help players uncover hidden loot, smash coin piles, and open new areas. With each adventure, pets grow stronger, creating a satisfying loop of exploration, collection, and progression. Designs will range from everyday animals like cats and dogs to mythical creatures like dragons—giving collectors plenty to chase.
Why This Partnership Matters for Blockchain Gaming
This move signals a trend: established studios from traditional gaming platforms like Roblox are now exploring opportunities in blockchain games. For IROC, joining HYTOPIA isn’t about leaving Roblox—it’s about tapping into new creative possibilities and tools.
For HYTOPIA, securing IROC as its first Creator Fund partner sends a message to other developers: the platform is serious about supporting quality projects with proven teams. It’s the kind of high-profile collaboration that can help HYTOPIA attract more big names in the months ahead.
Inside HYTOPIA’s $125K Creator Fund
Launched just two weeks ago, HYTOPIA’s Creator Fund is a $125,000 grant program designed to give select teams the resources they need to build standout games. Each approved team can earn up to $25,000 in milestone-based payments, tied to:
Concept approval
Closed beta
Open beta
Public launch
Final delivery
Because the grants are non-dilutive, developers keep full ownership of their intellectual property. Beyond funding, the program offers:
Engineering support via a private Slack channel
Marketing help from HYTOPIA’s go-to-market team
A 75% revenue share model, covering both primary and secondary sales
Who Can Apply to Build on HYTOPIA
The Creator Fund isn’t open to just anyone—it’s built for experienced studios. To qualify, teams need to have launched:
A Roblox game with over 10 million plays, or
A mobile game with more than 100,000 downloads
Additionally, teams must have a 3D modeler, an animator, and a JavaScript or TypeScript developer (though beginners to TypeScript are welcome).
HYTOPIA plans to onboard five to ten studios during a three-month development cycle, with most games launching within 12 weeks. Extensions are possible, but missing two milestones could mean losing future payments.
Tools and Features for Developers
Creators in the program will have access to:
A no-code editor for quick builds
3D creation tools for asset design
An SDK for advanced workflows
Cross-platform support
AI-powered features and quest systems
Built-in monetization tools
HYTOPIA hosts all games on its platform, providing backend infrastructure and APIs so developers can focus on creativity rather than server management. Games can even be shared instantly through direct links, lowering the barrier for player access.
HYTOPIA’s Big Transition and $HYBUX Token
The Creator Fund launch comes during a major shift for HYTOPIA. The platform recently formed the HY Foundation in the Cayman Islands to oversee its ecosystem and announced a migration from its own Hychain network to Coinbase’s Layer-2 Base.
This move aims to reduce costs, improve scalability, and pave the way for listing its new token, $HYBUX. Current $TOPIA holders will receive a 1:2 airdrop of $HYBUX—provided the tokens are stored in personal wallets (not liquidity pools). The new token will have a supply of 10 billion and will be central to staking, marketplace transactions, and in-game purchases.
Why Developers Should Pay Attention
By partnering with a studio as respected as IROC, HYTOPIA is showing it can be a serious home for top-tier games—bridging the gap between web2 and web3 audiences. For developers, the Creator Fund offers:
Financial support without losing IP rights
Technical resources to accelerate development
Revenue opportunities in a blockchain-powered ecosystem
Applications are now open at creatorfund.hytopia.com, with reviews typically completed within 48–72 hours. Selected teams must complete KYC before receiving their first payment.
Final Thoughts
With Pawtopia in the works, HYTOPIA is taking its first big step toward building a diverse lineup of games that appeal to both traditional and blockchain players. If the partnership with IROC Studios is any indication, this could be the beginning of something big—both for HYTOPIA and the future of blockchain games.
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