METABORA GAMES, a prominent blockchain game development company led by CEO Choi Se-hoon, has entered into a co-development partnership with Korean game studio Baligames, under the leadership of CEO Kim Young-woo. The collaboration is aimed at launching a new Web3 game through LINE NEXT’s Dapp Portal, expanding both studios’ presence in the growing blockchain gaming ecosystem.
Baligames is widely recognized in the Korean gaming industry for its core team, which includes developers responsible for the successful Anipang series. With substantial experience in mobile gaming and live service operations, the studio achieved a significant milestone by becoming the first Korean developer to secure strategic investment from Sky Mavis, the creator of Axie Infinity. This alliance enabled Baligames to release two casual Web3 games, Axie Champions and Puzzle Champions, both based on the popular Axie intellectual property.
Combining Casual Gameplay with Web3 Infrastructure
As part of the partnership, METABORA GAMES and Baligames will jointly deliver a hybrid Web3 game that blends classic match-3 puzzle gameplay with RPG-style progression mechanics. The development and live service responsibilities will be handled by Baligames, while METABORA GAMES will focus on the tokenomics structure suited for the LINE NEXT Mini Dapp ecosystem and will provide marketing support tailored to Web3 audiences.
The game is scheduled to be featured on the Dapp Portal, a digital platform built within the Kaia blockchain ecosystem. This portal is accessible through LINE Messenger and allows users to interact with a range of Mini Dapps—including games and social experiences—without requiring additional downloads or installations. The integration is intended to offer a seamless Web3 gaming experience for both casual users and blockchain enthusiasts.
Enhanced User Experience with BORA and Gas Abstraction
The upcoming title will incorporate in-app purchasing functionality through the use of BORA tokens. Players will be able to acquire in-game items using BORA, reinforcing the token’s utility within METABORA’s expanding ecosystem. Additionally, the game will introduce a novel Gas Abstraction feature. This innovation allows users to pay blockchain transaction fees using BORA tokens, even if they do not possess Kaia tokens, effectively lowering the entry barrier for users unfamiliar with blockchain mechanics.
METABORA GAMES Forms Strategic Web3 Game Partnership with Baligames
METABORA GAMES Begins Co-Development of Web3 Game with Promising Studio Baligames, best known for ‘Axie Champions’
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This co-development announcement follows METABORA’s strategic Web3 publishing partnership with LINE NEXT, confirmed on July 14. Through this agreement, METABORA became a core publishing partner for games released on the Dapp Portal, strengthening its position in the Web3 gaming landscape.
Future Outlook and Strategic Goals
A representative from METABORA GAMES indicated that the partnership with Baligames is just the beginning of a broader initiative to bring high-quality Web3 titles to the Dapp Portal. The company’s strategy involves diversifying its game portfolio while simultaneously expanding the utility and adoption of the BORA token.
This collaboration highlights the increasing convergence of casual gaming formats with blockchain-based systems, showcasing how established gaming studios are exploring new frontiers through decentralized platforms. The venture underscores a shared vision between METABORA and Baligames to innovate within the Web3 gaming space while delivering accessible, engaging experiences to a global audience.
