Amitt Mahajan, Founder of Proof of Play, on Building Viral Games, Web3 Games, Building Community, and Co-creating FarmVille | Ep. 358
In an exclusive interview with Cryptonews Podcast, Amitt Mahajan, the founder of Pirate Nation and creator of Pirate Nation, discussed the evolution of gaming from Web2 to Web3, the challenges and opportunities in blockchain gaming, and his vision for the industry’s future.
Mahajan, a veteran in the gaming industry with an impressive track record, including co-creating FarmVille, shared insights on building viral games, the importance of community in Web3 gaming, and the technical innovations driving the next generation of blockchain-based games.
From his extensive experience in Web2 and Web3 gaming, Mahajan offered a unique perspective on the transition to blockchain-based games and the potential for lasting.
A profound realization of the short-lasting nature of digital creations drove Mahajan’s journey into blockchain gaming.
He reflected on FarmVille’s shutdown in 2020, which erased years of player progress and creativity.
This event sparked his interest in blockchain technology as a solution for creating truly lasting digital experiences. “When I started Proof of Play, the initial impetus was this idea that the blockchain is essentially forever,” Mahajan explained.
“If you want something to last forever, where do you actually put it? … If I were to make a bet today that I could create something that’s going to last 1000 years into the future, I’d put it on chain.”
This concept of permanence is at the core of Proof of Play’s mission. Mahajan claimed that creating fully on-chain games gives players true ownership of their in-game achievements and creations, ensuring that their digital legacies can endure far beyond the lifespan of any single company or platform.
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