FIFA Rivals Launches in May on Polkadot
A new football (soccer) game is coming – but this time, it’s not from EA Sports. FIFA Rivals is being developed by Mythical Games, the same team that built NFL Rivals, a blockchain-based football game. This new FIFA title will live on Polkadot, a Web3 blockchain network.
Key Facts about FIFA Rivals:
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Feature |
Details |
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Game Name |
FIFA Rivals |
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Developer |
Mythical Games with Bacon Games |
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Blockchain Platform |
Polkadot |
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Release Schedule |
Pre-release in May, global launch in June |
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Game Style |
Arcade-inspired, fun, fast-paced |
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Monetization |
NFTs of players, in-game item trading |
The goal is not to copy EA’s realistic football gameplay. Instead, it’s a more casual, arcade-style experience. Bacon Games, one of the partners, shared that FIFA wanted a game that felt less like a simulation and more like fun.
“You can trade NFTs, collect digital players, and build your dream squad,” the developers said. With the FIFA Club World Cup around the corner, the timing couldn’t be better.
Polkadot praised the move, stating that football is a universal language. Bringing it onchain could attract millions of fans to the Web3 world.
Peaky Blinders Enters Web3 in 2026
The gritty British crime drama Peaky Blinders is stepping into crypto gaming. The new title is set for release in 2026 and promises an immersive experience based on the show’s dark, stylish world.
Here’s what we know so far:
- Based on the BBC/Netflix show with 80 million global viewers.
- The game will include action scenes, interactive stories, and an in-game token.
- Set in post-WWI Birmingham, players will likely explore crime-filled missions.
- It’s designed to deliver a mix of story and ownership, using blockchain to give users control over assets.
Early Features Teased:
- Open-world gameplay.
- Tokenized assets and currencies.
- Role-playing elements.
- Possibly PvP combat or territory control.
GameSwift AI CEO Pan Paragraf called it “the biggest IP to enter blockchain gaming.” He believes the blend of powerful storytelling and crypto mechanics will appeal to both gamers and blockchain fans.
TV Shows and Web3: A Growing Trend
Peaky Blinders isn’t alone. More TV studios are trying out blockchain.
In 2024, ITV (a major UK network) teamed up with The Sandbox. They brought reality TV titles like The Voice, Love Island, and I’m a Celebrity into the metaverse. Players could explore digital sets and join challenges inside a gamified Web3 world.
Why It Matters
This move shows how entertainment is evolving:
- Games are no longer just games – they’re digital economies.
- Viewers are becoming players, with the ability to own in-game content.
- Big brands trust Web3, enough to build new games and IPs around it.
Both FIFA Rivals and Peaky Blinders represent a big step toward merging pop culture and blockchain. Whether you’re into football or flat caps and razor blades, Web3 gaming is ready for you.