- Steve Aoki collaborated with move-to-earn game Stepn to release an exclusive collection of digital sneakers as NFTs on Solana. The collection includes 300 sneakers across 4 designs priced around $695.
- Aoki sees the sneaker collection as a “bridge to the future” connecting the metaverse and real world. Stepn views the partnership as highlighting the potential of the crypto gaming industry.
- This follows Aoki’s previous NFT projects and plans to build his own metaverse world. Meanwhile, Stepn’s creators are launching a new social MMO game called Gas Hero after success with Stepn.
Move-to-earn games like Stepn are gaining popularity by rewarding users with crypto for being active. Now, prominent DJ Steve Aoki is getting in on the action through a collaboration with Stepn.
Steve Aoki Dropping Exclusive Digital Sneakers in Stepn
Stepn has teamed up with Steve Aoki to launch an exclusive collection of digital sneakers as NFTs on Solana. The collection includes 300 sneakers across 4 designs, with 60 editions of each priced around $695. 60 more will be given to Aoki’s fan community.
A Bridge Between Metaverse and Real World
Aoki sees the sneaker collection as “a bridge to the future” connecting the metaverse and real world. Stepn COO Shiti Manghani says the partnership “highlights our commitment to this cause and underscores the immense potential of our industry.”
Aoki Building His Own World
This isn’t Aoki’s first NFT project. He’s partnered with Gala Games, Nickelodeon, and comic artist Todd McFarlane previously. In 2022, Aoki said he was building his own world called A0K1VERSE.
Stepn Creators Moving into MMOs with Gas Hero
After success with Stepn, its creators Find Satoshi Lab plan to launch a new MMO called Gas Hero. Little is known yet besides it being a social game for browsers and mobile.
More Crypto Gaming News
Additional headlines showcase the growth of crypto gaming:
- Luxury houses connect with digital platforms at Paris’ Future Fashion Summit
- Maison Margiela launches a gamified NFT minting experience based on its collections’ numbering system
