Mighty Bear Ends Battle Royale to Go All In on Telegram Gaming

Mighty Bear Games, the Singapore-based studio behind Mighty Action Heroes, is officially pulling the plug on its Web3 battle royale shooter. The shutdown is set for July 22, as the team pivots all focus to its explosive new platform — GOAT Gaming, a Telegram mini-app that's already made waves in the casual blockchain gaming space.

In this article, we’ll explore why this bold decision makes sense, what happens to players' assets, and what’s next for both the studio and the blockchain gaming landscape.

Saying Goodbye to Mighty Action Heroes

Mighty Action Heroes launched in late 2023 with a unique value proposition: fast-paced, 3-minute battle royale matches built on the Polygon blockchain, complete with NFT-based heroes and tradable in-game gear.

Despite delivering seasonal content drops and even testing a version for Telegram, the game hit a major hurdle — Telegram doesn’t currently support real-time multiplayer. That limitation meant the devs couldn’t offer a smooth experience without compromises. And rather than go halfway, Mighty Bear Games decided to sunset the project entirely.

The servers will go down on July 22, and backend services might shut down slightly earlier.

What Happens to Your NFTs and Items?

If you played Mighty Action Heroes, you’ve got some important steps to take before the game closes for good.

Here’s what you need to know:

• On-chain assets (like collectible heroes, crafted grenades, and supply crates) can be exported to your personal crypto wallet before the shutdown.

• Off-chain starter items — the freebies — can’t be exported and will be lost once the servers are down.

• No refunds will be issued for Premium Season Passes, but pass holders will retain access until the very end.

• Mighty Cup trophies will remain onchain and may play a role in future projects.

This clear communication is a breath of fresh air in the blockchain games scene, where some shutdowns leave players in the dark.

GOAT Gaming: Mighty Bear’s New Crown Jewel

So why leave behind a polished Web3 battle royale for a Telegram bot?

Because GOAT Gaming is booming.

Launched in June 2024 as a Telegram mini-app (@goatgamingbot), GOAT lets users dive into short, skill-based games without downloads, installs, or registration. It’s pure frictionless gaming — the kind that thrives on messaging platforms.

Here’s how it took off:

• 250,000 players and 3.25 million onchain transactions by August 2024

• 5 million+ users by early 2025

• $4 million raised in February to grow the platform and build AI-powered features

This explosive growth showed Mighty Bear where the real momentum was. And let’s be honest — in Web3, user growth and scalability win the game.

From Disney to Battle Royale to Telegram Bots

Mighty Bear Games isn’t new to pivots. Founded in 2016 by former developers from Ubisoft, King, and EA, the studio started with Butter Royale and Disney Melee Mania on Apple Arcade.

In 2022, they raised $10 million in token funding to launch Mighty Action Heroes, one of the first true real-time multiplayer blockchain games. It was a bold experiment — and even though it's ending, it set the groundwork for their current strategy.

Now, they’re doubling down on Telegram gaming as the next big frontier.

What Makes GOAT Gaming Special?

GOAT Gaming isn’t just another mini-game hub — it’s a clever mix of Web3, AI, and instant access.

Key features include:

• Skill-based games inside Telegram via bot

• Crown rewards, leaderboards, and prize tournaments

• Rewards redeemable for USDT

• Upcoming launch of the native token $GG through “Road to $GOAT” campaign

• AI-powered agents, aka AlphaGOATs, who can play on your behalf

One standout is Amy, an AI bot who debuted in May 2025. Amy doesn’t just play — she chats, hosts events, and pulls users into the platform’s ecosystem with a human-like presence.

It’s social, smart, and very sticky — a combination that’s proving powerful in today’s fast-evolving blockchain gaming landscape.

The Future of Blockchain Gaming on Telegram

Mighty Bear’s pivot to GOAT Gaming is part of a broader trend: Web3 gaming is going casual, social, and mobile-first.

By building on Telegram, the studio taps into a massive, global audience already engaged on the app — and it sidesteps the friction of app stores and crypto wallets. GOAT’s use of AI and bots adds another layer of innovation that few other studios are exploring this effectively.

There’s even speculation that if Telegram ever supports real-time multiplayer, Mighty Action Heroes could make a comeback.

But for now, Mighty Bear Games is laser-focused on short-session gaming with AI — and the early results speak volumes.

A Heartfelt Farewell and a Confident Future

In its farewell message to the community, Mighty Bear Games called Mighty Action Heroes their “first real-time multiplayer battle royale” and thanked players for being part of the journey. They acknowledged that it helped them learn how to build in Web3 and laid the foundation for where they’re headed now.

With GOAT Gaming, the studio isn’t just experimenting — it’s redefining casual blockchain gaming for the messaging age.

The story of Mighty Bear is far from over. In fact, it might just be getting started.

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