In this episode of the Naavik Gaming Podcast, host Niko Vuori speaks with Jeff Zirlin, co-founder of Sky Mavis and the Play-to-Earn OG, Axie Infinity, about the significant developments in the Web3 gaming space, particularly the transition of the Ronin blockchain to a permissionless model.

They discuss Jeff's background and journey into web3 and crypto, the origin story and wild ride of Axie Infinity in a multi-billion-dollar juggernaut (and its subsequent decline), the evolution of the Ronin blockchain, the introduction of the Ronin Developer Console, and the impressive growth metrics of the Ronin ecosystem, especially in the last 12 months. The conversation also touches on the current state of the Axie Infinity economy and the future of third-party gaming projects on the Ronin chain. 

The discussion also touches on the balance between quality and openness in game development, the incentives for developers, and the potential for future growth as more games launch on the Ronin network.

We’d also like to thank TikTok for making this episode possible. In a dynamic gaming market where a majority of games fail within three years, TikTok has become a critical partner in helping games achieve long-term player retention and substantial revenue growth. Learn more: https://bit.ly/LiveOpsProgramNAVPodcast