League of Kingdoms Evolves into Arena-Z Web3 Universe

The beloved MMORTS League of Kingdoms has officially rebranded as Arena-Z, and with it comes a bold new vision for the future of blockchain games. This isn’t just a name change—it’s the birth of an expansive web3 gaming universe where your progress, identity, and rewards flow seamlessly across multiple games. Let’s break down what this transformation means, why it’s a big deal, and what you can expect from Arena-Z in 2025 and beyond.

Goodbye League of Kingdoms, Hello Arena-Z

Since its 2020 debut, League of Kingdoms has proven that blockchain games can go mainstream, amassing over 5 million players and gaining support from major backers like a16z crypto, Binance Labs (now YZi Labs), and Yield Guild Games. Now, this trailblazer is reinventing itself.

Arena-Z marks the evolution from a single hit game to a connected gaming franchise. With the rebrand, players aren’t just getting one game—they’re gaining access to a whole universe, powered by a dedicated chain and a new native token.

One Chain, Many Games: The Arena-Z Ecosystem

What makes Arena-Z special is its franchise model, built around a shared chain that powers interconnected experiences. Instead of isolated games, Arena-Z titles share data, assets, and user progression through the Arena-Z Chain, built on Ethereum’s Layer-2 Optimism technology (OP Superchain).

This design ensures fast, low-cost transactions and frictionless interoperability. Whether you’re battling in the MMORTS or exploring dungeons in LOK Chronicle, your identity, assets, and achievements travel with you.

Currently, Arena-Z hosts three core titles:

• League of Kingdoms (MMORTS) – The OG base-building and alliance warfare game.

• LOK Chronicle – A dungeon-crawler RPG that lets you use existing NFT heroes.

• LOK Hunters – An idle RPG designed for strategic auto-battles and offline progress.

All of these games are tightly interwoven, driving a new player experience where "Your Play Never Stops."

Meet A2Z: The Token That Powers the Platform

With the rebrand, Arena-Z is sunsetting its old LOKA token in favor of A2Z, a versatile, cross-game token that does far more than just function as currency.

Here’s what A2Z brings to the table:

• Cross-game rewards: Earn once, benefit everywhere.

• Universal player ID: Carry your identity across all titles.

• Governance: Influence the future of Arena-Z.

The token swap begins July 28 at 03:00 UTC, with Binance and HTX already confirming support for the 1:20 migration ratio. Holders of LOKA will automatically gain more functionality and utility with A2Z.

Say Hello to AZZY: Your Living Web3 Companion

Another exciting addition is AZZY, a digital sidekick that evolves based on your gameplay and activity. Think of it as your web3 gaming profile brought to life. Whether you’re a hardcore strategist or a casual RPG fan, AZZY reflects your journey and accomplishments across the Arena-Z metaverse.

The base version of AZZY will be available for free on the official site at launch, offering players a fun and personalized way to track their legacy.

$20 Million Ecosystem Fund to Fuel the Future

Arena-Z isn’t building this vision alone. The team has launched a $20 million Ecosystem Grant Program to attract developers, studios, and innovators looking to build on the Arena-Z Chain.

The fund will support everything from new games to community tools. Confirmed partners already include:

• XOCIETY – A social metaverse platform.

• Pebble City – A gamified decentralized city simulation.

• The New Order (TNO) – A web3 game content studio.

By inviting third-party development, Arena-Z is positioning itself as a hub for future-forward blockchain gaming experiences, not just its own IP.

Built on Technical Power and Industry Trust

Arena-Z is the first gaming Layer 2 built on the OP Superchain, giving it a huge advantage in speed, scalability, and Ethereum compatibility. And with support from Binance and Coinbase, it’s clear the industry sees major potential here.

On top of that, Arena-Z has partnered with NHN, one of Korea’s top gaming companies. This adds serious firepower to its development capabilities and unlocks greater access to Asia’s competitive gaming market.

A Look Back at League of Kingdoms: The Game That Started It All

Before there was Arena-Z, there was League of Kingdoms, a pioneering MMORTS that combined base building, NFT integration, and political control into one massive strategy experience. It allowed players to own LAND NFTs, mine Dragon Soul Amber with DRAGO NFTs, and trade RESOURCE NFTs. Through transparent elections and territory control, players influenced the political landscape in real time.

It was more than a game—it was one of the first working examples of player-owned, onchain governance in a live game world.

LOK Chronicle and Hunters: The Next Chapter Begins

Arena-Z’s upcoming titles aim to build on this legacy while appealing to new audiences.

• LOK Chronicle blends NFT utility with dungeon-crawling RPG gameplay. Players control adventurers who defend the realm, all while using assets like Drago NFTs, LAND, and LOKA.

• LOK Hunters offers a more casual experience with idle progression, equipment collection, and infinite character growth—ideal for those who love the grind but not the time commitment.

Together, these games bring more diversity and depth to the Arena-Z universe while reinforcing the value of owning in-game assets across the entire platform.

Final Thoughts: Arena-Z Is Building the Future of Web3 Gaming

Arena-Z is more than a rebrand—it’s a strategic leap into the next era of gaming. With a scalable chain, evolving companion system, powerful tokenomics, and real cross-game utility, the platform is setting a new standard for blockchain games.

If you're a gamer, developer, or collector interested in where blockchain gaming is headed, Arena-Z is one universe you’ll want to explore.

Stay tuned. The battle’s just getting started.