What a year it’s been, WAX community! With 2024 coming to a close and a crypto bull run on the horizon, times couldn’t be better. The WAX Blockchain has had an incredible year filled with milestones, innovations, and new opportunities for gamers, collectors, and developers alike. We’ve pushed boundaries, strengthened partnerships, and introduced groundbreaking updates that set the stage for an even brighter future.
So without further ado, let’s dive into a look back at 2024 and what’s in store for the future of WAX.
NFT and Token Bridge Enhancements
In 2024, WAX revolutionized cross-chain functionality with major upgrades to its NFT and Token Bridge. Users can now transfer assets across blockchains like Ethereum, Binance Smart Chain, Polygon, and more — all with zero extra fees. Tokens such as BRWL, WAX (ERC20), DAI, and USDC can be seamlessly managed through the user-friendly Cloud Wallet interface. This commitment to a multi-chain future underscores WAX’s goal of making blockchain interoperability accessible and efficient.
Funko Keeps the Hits Coming
Funko / Droppp hit new heights in 2024, as they continued to bring globally loved brands to the blockchain. Collectors snagged digital packs for Star Wars, Stranger Things, G.I. Joe, Rick and Morty, Batman, Disney classics, and so much more. And the best part? Completing specific sets of digital collectibles unlocked tokens to redeem exclusive physical items. The Funko Drops through Droppp showcase how WAX is bridging digital fandom and tangible ownership in a way that appeals to pop culture lovers and blockchain adopters alike.
Kicking Off Memecoin Mania with WUFFI
WUFFI took the WAX Blockchain by storm in 2024, launching the $WUF token and sparking a wave of memecoin mania within the ecosystem. The WUFFI Team went viral, getting verified on GIPHY and making memes and GIFs easily shareable across platforms like Twitter, Discord, and even WhatsApp. But it wasn’t just about memes — WUFFI brought utility and fun with the WuffiArcade. WAX joined the WUFFI ecosystem by building utility inside of Brawlers in Quarter 2.
In the WuffiArcade, players complete quests, and compete in mini-games like WuffiTap, Risky Tiles and Wuffi Harvest to earn PAWs and climb leaderboards. TapBots, upgrades, and staking $WUF added layers of strategy and engagement. The WUFFI Team also introduced a simple meme-creation tool in their Discord, allowing the community to craft and share their creations instantly.
The WUFFI ecosystem is growing fast, with millions of dollars allocated to projects building on WAX. They’re not stopping anytime soon and have firmly positioned themselves as a cornerstone of WAX’s memecoin and gaming scene.
Strategic Partnership with Amazon AWS
In 2024, WAX partnered with Amazon AWS to launch the WAX AWS Cloud Development Kit (CDK). This groundbreaking toolkit gives developers the tools they need to build custom Layer 2 solutions on WAX using AWS’s powerful infrastructure. It’s a game-changer for blockchain gaming and web3 applications, offering scalability, real-time asset management, and data retrieval. Whether it’s API Nodes for transactions or Ship Nodes for in-depth data queries, developers now have an easier path to creating innovative, data-driven blockchain projects.
Tyranno Studios: Gaming on WAX
2024 was a big year for gaming on WAX, with Tyranno Studios leading the charge. They kicked things off with Music Mogul, the first-ever fantasy music management game powered by AI on the WAX blockchain. Players got to enter the music industry, managing talent and competing to become top moguls.
Next up, Brawlers made its debut on iOS in Closed Beta, marking Tyranno’s first venture onto Apple’s platform. Later in the year, they launched Spin Tycoon in Closed Beta, a multichain game running on both WAX and Solana. It supported wallets like Cloud Wallet, Solflare, and Phantom, and even rolled out an Android version, making it the first Tyranno game available on Android.
2024 showed just how dedicated Tyranno Studios is to bringing exciting, accessible, and innovative gaming experiences to WAX and beyond.
Looking beyond Tyranno, this year saw the exciting launch of Twitchy Tides, a wildly popular Twitch stream game. Viewers battled it out as digital fish, facing down sea mines, jellyfish, and even a great white shark. Featuring a diverse cast of fish representing collaborations across the community, including WUFFI, Twitchy Tides proved to be a memorable and engaging experience for everyone.
Meanwhile, high-stakes bluffing was brought to the blockchain via Pantheon’s Greek God’s pack. Pantheon blends familiar bluffing games with an NFT twist where those in the mortal realm battle for keeps! And not to be outdone, MetaBattler, launched this summer with a promise to bring utility to old collections by allowing any NFT minted on WAX to be useable as a playing card in their game.
Expanding the Cloud Wallet Bridge
This year, WAX cemented its position as a leader in cross-chain connectivity by enhancing the Cloud Wallet Bridge to support multiple major blockchains, including Solana, Polygon, Base, and TON. These integrations enable seamless asset transfers across ecosystems, opening doors for expanded collaboration and new opportunities in gaming, NFTs, and Web3. Looking ahead to 2025, WAX plans to further expand bridge support, creating an even more connected and accessible blockchain experience for users across its supported chains.
What’s Next? A Peek into the Future
The WAX Blockchain has big plans for 2025, building on the momentum of this year’s successes. Here’s what’s on the horizon:
- Sidechains: To scale its ecosystem efficiently, WAX is introducing sidechains. These will launch on the testnet via Cloud Wallet and enable more applications without overwhelming the main chain.
- Cloud Wallet Mobile: WAX is making it easier to manage assets on the go with a mobile version of Cloud Wallet for Android and iOS.
- EVM Compatibility: WAX is testing Ethereum Virtual Machine (EVM) compatibility, opening up interactions with Ethereum-based dApps.
- Expanded Bridges: The NFT Bridge in Cloud Wallet will soon support all supported chains, further enhancing interoperability across the WAX ecosystem.
- AI Integration: With AI being a growing trend in Web3, WAX is encouraging developers to integrate AI into their projects to stay ahead of the curve.
- Meme Coins: As meme coins continue to thrive, WAX is actively supporting projects like wax.fun, a fair launch platform for meme-tokens on the blockchain, as well as continuing support for $WUF as they look to expand their impact and utility.
2024 by the Numbers
With over 200,000 daily active wallets and millions of transactions processed daily, WAX remains one of the most active blockchains in gaming. Its 100% carbon-neutral operations reinforce its dedication to sustainability, making it a scalable and accessible platform for gaming, collectibles, and web3 applications.
Looking Ahead
2024 was a transformative year for WAX, marked by innovation, partnerships, and the unwavering support of our incredible community. As we gear up for 2025, the possibilities are endless. Whether you’re a gamer, collector, or developer, WAX is here to provide a seamless, sustainable, and exciting blockchain experience.
Thank you for being part of this journey. Here’s to another amazing year ahead!
