Web2 entertainment has clear limitations.
- Gamers have limited ownership over their in-game items.
- Creators have limited choices of distribution channels and revenue models.
- Fans have few ways to engage beyond likes, comments and shares.
Soneium by Sony Block Solutions Labs fixes this. Built with Optimism’s Superchain, it’s an Ethereum L2 designed to scale the next generation of digital experiences.
We launched the Soneium Spark Program to drive real adoption, attracting 1,700+ applicants, with 32 winners now building the future of web3 entertainment. Meanwhile, our community is actively exploring what’s next.
The Soneium Conquest on Galxe campaign wrapped up with 190K+ participants and 25+ projects, shaping the next era of web3 gaming.
Now, the ecosystem continues to expand with a new initiative: Soneium Ecosystem Badges. Building on the success of the Soneium OG Badge, which saw 426,994 wallets recognized as early adopters, ecosystem projects are now leading the way—giving users a new way to showcase their engagement across Soneium-powered dApps. Let’s talk about what’s being built.
Gaming is Getting a New Playbook
For years, game assets have been rented, not owned. Web3 changes that. Players should control their in-game items, trade freely, and shape the worlds they play in.
- Legends of Venari → A creature collection multichain MMO-lite set in the mystical world of Caerras; explore, collect Venari, and shape your journey.
- Evermoon → A gaming house delivering next-gen MOBA (Multiplayer Online Battle Arena) and massive multiplayer experiences, focusing on long-term growth and ad-monetized games to empower players and transform gaming.
- Arcadia → An online arcade built for Web3, offering a unique opportunity for game developers to launch their games in a decentralized environment.
- Derby Race → A GameFi project that combines horse racing with strategic betting mechanics, featuring a Real-Time Pick-to-Earn system for live predictions during races.
- Tiltplay → A gaming platform offering fast-paced and engaging casual games, focusing on skill-based progression and Web3 integration within the Soneium ecosystem.
- Mithraeum → A fully on-chain grand strategy game. Driven by Conflict. Economies and Diplomacy. Steeped in intrigue. With real value at risk. Blockchain-powered gaming isn’t about play-to-earn gimmicks. It’s about real digital ownership and player-driven economies.
Social & Creator Platforms Need a Reset
Today’s platforms extract value. Decentralized platforms give it back.
- Yay! → A social platform where users actually own their content, reach, and earnings. No algorithm gatekeeping.
- Unemeta → UneMeta is a web3 platform that empowers creators and fans by tokenizing commercial revenue streams of popular IPs. Through community-driven governance, fans can earn rewards and gain a deeper sense of ownership in the intellectual properties they love. UneMeta has successfully partnered with top Japanese animation IPs and is expanding globally.
- Sonova → Sonova is the premier NFT marketplace and Launchpad platform tailored for collectors and professional traders on the Soneium Network.
- NEO TOKYO PUNKS → Its third NFT collection, "UTOPIA," will launch on March 15, 2025, utilizing the Sonova marketplace and the Soneium platform. This innovative project allows NFT holders to acquire partial rights to animate individual characters, enabling them to participate in the animation production process and share in potential profits. The animations will be presented as vertical short-form content, aligning with the growing trend of vertical short dramas on platforms like TikTok and YouTube Shorts.
- Opensea → The greatest NFT story ever told isn't about tech. It's about community. It's about culture. Creators: Your art reaches millions instantly & your community grows exponentially. Collectors: Access unique drops and build value across collections. Community: Be part of the digital culture.
- Biru → A playful and interactive NFT marketplace on Soneium—where you can mint, trade, and connect with a vibrant community, all in one place!
Music & Audio: A New Era for Artists and Fans
The music industry is evolving, and blockchain enables new models for artist empowerment, fan engagement, and revenue distribution.
- YOAKE → A new way for fans to support creators through NFTs, token-gated experiences, and digital collectibles. Bringing fandoms & entertainment to Soneium for mass adoption. First, Japanese pop culture, then the world.
- Coop Records → Coop Records, a decentralized music label with an extensive catalog of over 600 songs on the blockchain, is focused on addressing long-standing revenue imbalances among artists, record labels, and streaming services. By leveraging blockchain technology, the label intends to grant creators and their most engaged supporters greater influence over the monetization process.
Web3 isn’t about replacing Web2—it’s about fixing its limitations.
This Is Just the Beginning
With Soneium Mainnet live, 32 projects from the Incubation Program building, and Soneium Conquest bringing the community in, entertainment is shifting.
Platforms don’t own the future. It’s owned by players, creators, and communities.
Want to see what’s next? Discover the projects at https://soneium.org/en/ecosystem/