Browser-Based Casual Games : LOL Land

The LOL Land game, developed by Yield Guild Games (YGG) under its new publishing division YGG Play, marks the organization’s entry into Web3 game publishing. The browser‐based board game is designed to offer a casual, accessible experience that aligns with the “Casual Degen” genre—a term used to define lighthearted and crypto-native game experiences. LOL Land integrates elements of strategy and community engagement, featuring multiple themed boards and incorporating characters from the Pudgy Penguins intellectual property. The project reflects YGG’s strategic expansion from coordinating play-to-earn communities into the realm of game publishing, with a focus on creating content that resonates with a crypto-savvy audience.

The gameplay in LOL Land is structured around two primary modes that cater to different player preferences. In the free mode, users benefit from unlimited rolls without the possibility of earning token rewards, while the premium mode enables players to purchase additional rolls and collect points. These points can potentially be converted into YGG tokens, with players eligible to win a share of a dedicated prize pool. The game is hosted on the Abstract Chain, which provides features such as social logins and passkey integration to enhance user onboarding and accessibility. This integration of blockchain elements with traditional board game mechanics exemplifies a hybrid approach to game design that is increasingly prevalent within the Web3 space.

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