During the AMA held on June 11, 2025, the Pixels team announced the introduction of a new $PIXEL Raffle system within the Runiverse platform. Users can now bid with Quanta to enter raffles offering various $PIXEL rewards, with the top prize reaching 50,000 $PIXEL. The raffle system aims to boost engagement and create fresh earning opportunities for community members through active participation.
New $PIXEL Raffle System Introduced
Sleepagotchi staking goes live
The AMA covered the launch of staking for Sleepagotchi, allowing players to stake $PIXEL tokens directly into the game. This expands the token's utility across the broader Pixels ecosystem. Players can now purchase items within Sleepagotchi using $PIXEL, with planned discounts for $PIXEL transactions to make it more economical than alternative currencies. Yield distributions will start weekly or bi-weekly, with plans to eventually move to daily payouts.
New $PIXEL Raffle System Introduced
Reputation system gets transparency upgrades
The team acknowledged that the reputation system's mechanics haven't always been transparent to players. Reputation in Pixels connects to gameplay actions like deposits and withdrawals, functioning as a safeguard against multi-accounting. The developers are working to make reputation score changes clearer to players. They're considering a dual-layer approach: one reputation score visible to players, and another used internally for comprehensive behavior monitoring. These updates will balance fair play enforcement with player understanding of score fluctuations.
UGC creators join official program
User-generated content creators expressed feeling excluded from the Pixels content creator program. The team confirmed that UGC creators will now receive formal inclusion and support within the program, making it easier for them to produce content that fits with the evolving platform and community standards.
New $PIXEL Raffle System Introduced
Unified rewards dashboard coming soon
A new reward system is under development, featuring a dashboard that will display available offers and rewards across multiple games in the Pixels ecosystem, including Pixels, Pixel Dungeons, and Runiverse. Launch is expected within one to two months. The system will leverage player data like level and quest completion history to target and distribute $PIXEL rewards more efficiently. The existing Taskboard will continue operating but may shift focus toward coin-based activities. The team is also exploring additional tasks players can complete for in-game rewards.
vPixel introduces fee-free withdrawals
The upcoming $vPixel token was detailed during the session. Players can use $vPixel to withdraw $PIXEL without transaction fees, and it will be accepted across all games in the Pixels ecosystem. The new rewards system will also distribute reputation through $vPixel. This addition introduces strategic choices for players who may prefer spending $vPixel in-game. The system encourages meaningful participation and spending within the ecosystem rather than simple earn-and-exit behavior.
New $PIXEL Raffle System Introduced
Platform hits net deposit milestone
Building a sustainable web3 game economy was a major theme of the AMA. The team announced a significant achievement: the platform recorded net deposits for the first time, meaning more tokens were staked or spent than emitted. Pixels uses a staking model where yield ties directly to in-game activity. Higher in-game spending generates better returns for stakers, creating a cycle that supports long-term sustainability. This model ensures rewards flow to users actively contributing to ecosystem health.
Mini-games expand gameplay options
The team is investing in live operations and developing casual mini-games to enhance the gameplay experience. Four mini-games were demonstrated during the AMA livestream and will be available on an ongoing basis. One update makes the cards game playable with up to three additional players. The development team is also creating chase content with unique rewards like rare tools and in-game items beyond standard boosts. Some content may introduce new in-game currencies to add variety and long-term value.
Pet reputation system adjusted
Responding to concerns about bots exploiting pet-related reputation scores, Pixels is adjusting the reputation benefits from pets. The new structure awards 15 points per pet with a cap of 105 points. This change limits abuse while the team develops longer-term solutions for pet ownership dynamics. The adjustment may temporarily affect some players' reputation but represents a necessary step toward fairer gameplay.
Design philosophy supports varied playstyles
The AMA highlighted the diversity of player preferences within the ecosystem. Some players prefer solo experiences while others favor group or guild-based interactions. The team committed to supporting different gameplay styles by building systems that accommodate various user types, reflecting a broader goal of making Pixels a flexible and inclusive platform.
Token unlock schedule and market cap clarified
Questions about upcoming token unlocks were addressed directly. The team confirmed there are no unusual unlocks expected, and all token activity remains consistent with previous announcements. All allocations to investors, advisors, and the team are transparent and verifiable on-chain. The team also clarified discrepancies in market cap figures between CoinMarketCap and CoinGecko. CoinMarketCap reflects the accurate unlocked market cap, while CoinGecko's figure is based on the initial token generation event. The official API at api.pixels.foundation provides accurate, real-time token data.
What's next for Pixels
The Pixels AMA on June 11, 2025, outlined a series of upcoming changes and initiatives designed to strengthen the web3 gaming ecosystem. From new reward systems and staking opportunities to increased transparency in reputation scoring, the team continues evolving the platform based on community feedback and long-term sustainability goals. With additional games and features in development, Pixels is positioning itself for continued growth and deeper engagement within the web3 gaming space.
