Web3 venture capital firm The Open Platform (TOP) has invested in Akedo Games to support Telegram game development on the TON blockchain. Akedo Games — whose team worked on PUBG Mobile and AFK Arena — is launching its first Telegram game, Akedog, on July 18. The move targets Telegram's 900 million users.
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What is Akedog Games?
Akedog is a "tap-to-earn"clicker game where players collect Telegram NFT Pets called Akedogs. Players collect, merge, nurture, and trade these pets to boost their abilities for competitive battles. The genre has proven popular — Notcoin and Hamster Kombat have drawn massive audiences, with Hamster Kombat reaching over 250 million users.
These games let players earn TON blockchain-based tokens through simple screen taps. TOP's investment gives Akedo Games financial backing plus access to TON developers and ecosystem tools, including the Telegram Wallet for TON, centralized exchange services, and staking infrastructure.
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Growth of the TON Blockchain
Akedo Games founder Blake sees TOP's investment as validation of the studio's approach to decentralized gaming. He plans to use TOP's developer network to keep Akedo Games current with TON blockchain technology.
"TOP's strategic backing represents more than just financial support; it's a stamp of approval on Akedo's vision to pioneer cutting-edge gameplay in the decentralized gaming landscape," Blake said. "We're excited to leverage TOP's vast network of developers specialized in TON blockchain technology, ensuring that Akedo continues to evolve with the latest advancements."
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Final Thoughts
TOP operates as an ecosystem venture builder, backing TON projects like Tonkeeper, GetGems, Notcoin, Ston.fi, and Tonstakers. The partnership between TOP and Akedo Games aims to expand the Telegram gaming ecosystem on TON. For more information, check the official social media account here.
