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# NFTs, Crypto Games and the Metaverse Explained
- URL: https://zipmex.com/blog/nfts-gaming-metaverse-hub/
- Published: 2026-10-25T09:49:06.000Z
- Updated: 2026-10-25T10:52:46.000Z
- Description: This hub explains what NFTs are, how to buy, mint and sell them and which collections shaped the market. It also covers play-to-earn and blockchain games, gaming and metaverse tokens, and fan tokens, with where each project stands now.
- Author: ZIPMEX

This hub explains what NFTs are, how to buy, mint and sell them and which collections shaped the market. It also covers play-to-earn and blockchain games, gaming and metaverse tokens, and fan tokens, with where each project stands now.

## Start here, then go deeper

1. [**What Are NFTs? How Non-Fungible Tokens Work, What You Actually Own, and the Risks**](https://zipmex.com/blog/what-are-nfts/) — NFTs are unique blockchain tokens that record who owns a specific item. How they work, what buying one gives you, the costs, taxes and risks.
2. [**Non-Fungible Token (NFT)**](https://zipmex.com/blog/glossary-nft/) — NFTs or Non-fungible Tokens are tokens that can be used to indicate ownership of one-of-a-kind goods, such as artwork.
3. [**What Is an NFT? Non-Fungible Tokens Explained (2026)**](https://zipmex.com/blog/nft/) — What is an NFT? Learn how non-fungible tokens work, what they're used for, how to buy one safely, and whether NFTs are a good investment in 2026.
4. [**NFT Vocab: Complete Glossary of NFT Terms 2026**](https://zipmex.com/blog/nft-vocab/) — Master every NFT term from floor price and minting to ordinals and soulbound tokens. The complete NFT vocab guide for collectors in 2026.
5. [**How to Buy an NFT: Wallet, Fees, Royalties and Scam Checks**](https://zipmex.com/blog/how-to-buy-nfts/) — To buy an NFT, use a wallet on the NFT's blockchain, fund it for price plus gas, connect to a marketplace, check every fee, then confirm. Steps and checks.
6. [**How to Create, Buy and Sell NFTs: 2026 Guide**](https://zipmex.com/blog/how-to-create-buy-and-sell-nft/) — If you've been wondering how to create, buy and sell NFTs but don't know where to start - you're in the right place.
7. [**How To Mint NFTs On The NFT Marketplace? \[Easy Steps\]**](https://zipmex.com/blog/nft-minting-explained/) — Non-fungible Tokens or NFTs have emerged as one of the breakthroughs this year. Lately, NFTs have been making headlines across multiple platforms.
8. [**Lazy Minting: A Complete Guide To Free NFT Minting**](https://zipmex.com/blog/free-nft-minting/) — Want to create your first NFT but scared of $50-$300 gas fees? In 2026, free NFT minting is not just possible - it's the standard.
9. [**Top 14 NFT Marketplaces to Buy and Sell Non-Fungible Tokens in 2026**](https://zipmex.com/blog/nft-marketplace/) — Compare the best NFT marketplaces in 2026: Blur, OpenSea, Magic Eden & more. Find the right platform for your goals with fees, features & expert tips.
10. [**How to Buy, Mint and Sell NFTs on Polygon in 2026: Wallet, POL Gas and Fees**](https://zipmex.com/blog/polygon-for-nft-market/) — Buy, mint and sell Polygon NFTs in 2026: set your wallet to chain ID 137, pay gas in POL, and expect a 1% marketplace fee on NFT sales.
11. [**9 Best Solana NFT Marketplaces: Ranked On Functions, Projects & Gas Fees**](https://zipmex.com/blog/solana-nft-marketplaces/) — Did you know that you can create an NFT marketplace using the Solana blockchain?
12. [**SuperRare NFT Platform: Complete Expert Guide 2026**](https://zipmex.com/blog/superrare-nft-platform/) — Discover how SuperRare NFT platform works — fees, RARE token, DAO governance, Liquid Editions, and step-by-step guide for artists and collectors.
13. [**What Are NFT Arts? See A List Of The Most Expensive NFT Arts**](https://zipmex.com/blog/nft-art/) — Since the middle of 2021, NFT Art has been apparently one of the hottest topics to discuss on social media.
14. [**Music NFTs Explained: Complete Artist & Fan Guide 2026**](https://zipmex.com/blog/nft-music/) — Discover what music NFTs are, how they work, where to buy or mint them, and how artists earn more than streaming.
15. [**NFTs in the Fashion Industry: Complete Expert Guide**](https://zipmex.com/blog/nfts-in-the-fashion-industry/) — Discover how NFTs in the fashion industry are revolutionizing digital wearables, provenance, and anti-counterfeiting.
16. [**10 NFT Projects That Defined 2022**](https://zipmex.com/blog/nft-project/) — The NFT market has changed a lot since this list was first written.
17. [**Best NFT Projects in 2026: Top Collections to Invest In**](https://zipmex.com/blog/nft-projects-2026/) — Discover the best NFT projects in 2026 — ranked by market cap, utility, and community strength. CryptoPunks, BAYC, Pudgy Penguins, Azuki & more.
18. [**Singaporean NFT Projects in 2026: The Complete Guide**](https://zipmex.com/blog/singaporean-nft-projects/) — Singapore has quietly built one of the most sophisticated NFT ecosystems in Asia.
19. [**The Most Expensive NFT Ever Sold: Complete 2026 Rankings & Records**](https://zipmex.com/blog/most-expensive-nft-ever-sold/) — The most expensive NFT ever sold is The Merge by Pak at $91.8M. See the full top 10 ranked list, valuation drivers, scam red flags, and how to buy in 2026.
20. [**Are NFTs Dead in 2026? The Honest Market Breakdown**](https://zipmex.com/blog/are-nfts-dead/) — NFTs aren't dead — but 96% of collections are. Discover the K-shaped market, what survived, where real activity lives, and how to evaluate NFTs safely in 2026.
21. [**NFT Coins Explained: The Complete Expert Guide for 2026**](https://zipmex.com/blog/nft-coins/) — The complete 2026 guide to NFT coins: what they are, how they differ from NFTs, top tokens by market cap, investment strategies, and how to avoid rug pulls.
22. [**What Is NFT Lending? Learn How To Lend NFTs With Real Examples**](https://zipmex.com/blog/what-is-nft-lending/) — NFTs have always been very popular in the cryptocurrency world, with billions of dollars in transactions traded monthly.
23. [**AR and VR NFTs in 2026: How They Work, What Changed, What to Check**](https://zipmex.com/blog/ar-vr-nft/) — AR and VR NFTs explained: how the token links to a 3D asset, the 2026 state of WebAR, headsets and virtual land, and the checks to run before buying.
24. [**Twitter NFT Profile Pictures: What the Hexagon Was and Why X Dropped It**](https://zipmex.com/blog/twitter-nft-profile-picture/) — You can no longer set an NFT as your X profile picture. How the hexagon NFT avatar worked from 2022 to 2024, and how X removed it.
25. [**Tasty Toastys and Chanel Lee: Her NFT Interview and the Brand Since**](https://zipmex.com/blog/tasty-toastys/) — Chanel Lee's Tasty Toastys went from a 2021 Ethereum NFT drop to a toast-character brand. Her advice on community and scams, and the brand in 2026.
26. [**CryptoPunks Explained: The Complete 2026 Expert Guide**](https://zipmex.com/blog/cryptopunks-explained-the-definitive-expert-guide-to-nfts-founding-collection-2026/) — CryptoPunks explained in full: what they are, rarity tiers, value drivers, how to buy safely, comparisons with BAYC, and what they mean in 2026.
27. [**BAYC Otherside Metaverse: The Complete Guide for 2026**](https://zipmex.com/blog/what-is-bayc/) — What is BAYC Otherside? Explore Otherdeeds, ApeCoin, Voyager avatars, the 2026 roadmap, risks, and how it compares to Decentraland and The Sandbox.
28. [**What Is Azuki? The Anime NFT Collection That Became a Manga and Card-Game Brand**](https://zipmex.com/blog/what-is-azuki/) — Azuki is a 10,000-piece anime NFT collection on Ethereum from Chiru Labs, launched Jan. 12, 2022, now behind a manga and a trading card game.
29. [**NBA Top Shot Guide 2026: NFT Moments Explained**](https://zipmex.com/blog/nba-top-shot/) — Complete 2026 guide to NBA Top Shot NFTs: how Moments work, rarity tiers, buying strategies, ownership risks, and alternatives.
30. [**CryptoKitties: The 2017 Ethereum Cat Game That Clogged the Network**](https://zipmex.com/blog/cryptokitties-game/) — CryptoKitties is a 2017 Ethereum game where each cat is a non-fungible token you breed and trade. How it worked, why it slowed Ethereum, what came next.
31. [**What Is Immutable X (IMX)? It Merged Into Immutable Chain in Early 2026**](https://zipmex.com/blog/what-is-immutable-x-imx-complete-guide-2026/) — Immutable X, the StarkEx rollup for NFTs and games, merged into Immutable Chain in early 2026\. IMX is now the native currency of Immutable zkEVM.
32. [**What Are Gaming Tokens? The Complete 2026 Guide**](https://zipmex.com/blog/what-are-gaming-tokens/) — You've heard that people earn real money by playing video games. Gaming tokens are the reason that's possible.
33. [**Gaming Tokens Explained: Complete Guide 2026**](https://zipmex.com/blog/a-quick-guide-to-gaming-tokens/) — What are gaming tokens? Learn how crypto gaming tokens work, top coins like IMX, AXS & GALA, earning methods and risks in 2026.
34. [**The Future of Blockchain Gaming: Where It Stands in 2026**](https://zipmex.com/blog/the-future-of-blockchain-gaming/) — Most blockchain games have closed. What happened, what changed in 2026, and what owning an in-game NFT does and does not protect.
35. [**Top Play to Earn Crypto Games in 2026: The Expert's Complete Guide**](https://zipmex.com/blog/top-play-to-earn-crypto-games/) — Discover the top play to earn crypto games of 2026 — ranked by on-chain activity, tokenomics health, and earning potential.
36. [**Is Enjin Coin (ENJ) the First Gaming Token? What the Record Shows**](https://zipmex.com/blog/enjin-the-first-gaming-token/) — ENJ is not on record as the first gaming token, but Enjin co-wrote ERC-1155\. How ENJ, minting, melting and ENJ Infusion work today.
37. [**What Is Gala? GalaChain, the GALA Token and Its Games in 2026**](https://zipmex.com/blog/what-are-the-gala-games/) — Gala is a Web3 gaming company running its own blockchain, GalaChain, and the GALA token. What it offers in October 2026 and the security record.
38. [**Axie Infinity Game Explained: Complete Guide to Play-to-Earn NFT Gaming (2026)**](https://zipmex.com/blog/axie-infinity-game-explained/) — With over 2 million players and $4 billion in lifetime trading volume, Axie Infinity has redefined what gaming means in the blockchain era.
39. [**Axie Infinity (AXS) in October 2026: What the Token Does Now**](https://zipmex.com/blog/coin-info-axs-th/) — AXS is Axie Infinity's ERC-20 governance token. In 2026 game rewards moved to bAXS and Ronin became an Ethereum Layer 2\. What changed and when.
40. [**What Is Smooth Love Potion (SLP)? Axie Infinity's Breeding Token in 2026**](https://zipmex.com/blog/what-is-smooth-love-potion-slp/) — SLP is Axie Infinity's in-game token for breeding and crafting. Since 7 January 2026, Origins no longer pays SLP rewards. What changed and what's left.
41. [**What Is the Axie Marketplace? Complete Beginner's Guide (2026 Edition)**](https://zipmex.com/blog/what-is-axie-marketplace/) — What is the Axie Marketplace? Learn how it works, what NFTs you can trade, fee structure, security risks, and strategies — complete 2026 guide.
42. [**The Sandbox as a Minecraft Alternative: What It Offers in 2026**](https://zipmex.com/blog/the-sandbox-minecraft-alternative/) — The Sandbox is a voxel world where land and items are on-chain tokens. What it offers Minecraft players in 2026, how it works and its risks.
43. [**Sand Token**](https://zipmex.com/blog/sand/) — The Sandbox is a virtual world where players can build, own and monetize their gaming experiences. Arthur Madrid is the Co-founder and CEO of the Sandbox.
44. [**Facebook Metaverse Explained: Crypto Impact 2026**](https://zipmex.com/blog/facebook-metaverse/) — Facebook's bet on the metaverse was one of the biggest tech gambles of the decade - and it didn't quite pay off. But the underlying idea?
45. [**Best Metaverse Crypto Under $1 in 2026**](https://zipmex.com/blog/best-metaverse-crypto-under-1-in-2026/) — If you're hunting for metaverse crypto under $1, you're in the right place.
46. [**Star Atlas Game in 2026: What You Can Play Now, z.ink and C4**](https://zipmex.com/blog/star-atlas-game/) — Star Atlas in October 2026: what's playable, the free Holosim mode, the C4 public test on the z.ink testnet, ATLAS and POLIS, and the risks.
47. [**Illuvium Game: Complete 2026 Guide to the Blockchain RPG**](https://zipmex.com/blog/illuvium-game/) — Learn how the Illuvium game works: ILV token, staking, Illuvials, game modes, and how to start. The complete 2026 guide for players and DeFi investors.
48. [**What Is MIR4? The Wemade MMORPG, Its DRACO Economy and What Changed in 2026**](https://zipmex.com/blog/mir4-game/) — MIR4 is Wemade's free MMORPG with an optional DRACO/HYDRA token layer. 2026 status: eight classes, the WEMIX$ breach payouts, and the risks.
49. [**Sorare Game: Complete Beginner's Guide (2026)**](https://zipmex.com/blog/sorare-game/) — Learn how the Sorare game works in 2026 — NFT card rarity tiers, weekly league strategy, blockchain infrastructure, and what risks to understand before.
50. [**Plant vs Undead in 2026: Is the Game Still Running?**](https://zipmex.com/blog/plant-vs-undead-game/) — Plant vs Undead's official channel says its servers are closed for a break. What happened, what PVU is worth today, and how the game worked.
51. [**What Is Binemon? The BIN Pet NFT Game Explained, and Where It Stands in 2026**](https://zipmex.com/blog/what-is-binemon/) — Binemon is a 2021 virtual-pet NFT game on BNB Smart Chain with three tokens (BIN, DRK, AMB). How it works, and its thin BIN market in October 2026.
52. [**Bomb Crypto Game: How to Play and Play-to-Earn**](https://zipmex.com/blog/what-is-bomb-crypto-game/) — Bomb Crypto is a play-to-earn game launched by a famous Vietnamese game developer, Senspark.
53. [**My DeFi Pet Game: Complete 2026 Player Guide**](https://zipmex.com/blog/my-defi-pet-game/) — My DeFi Pet game explained: how DPET token works, how to start playing, all earning methods ranked, risks, and whether it's worth it in 2026.
54. [**Common Ground World (Town Star) Guide 2026: Earn GALA & SOIL Tokens**](https://zipmex.com/blog/town-star-game-explained/) — Town Star is now Common Ground World. TOWN token discontinued. Learn how to earn GALA & SOIL through weekly competitions and daily challenges in 2026.
55. [**My Neighbor Alice Game Explained — Complete 2026 Guide**](https://zipmex.com/blog/my-neighbor-alice-game-explained/) — My Neighbor Alice explained: blockchain farming game with NFT land ownership, ALICE token staking, DeFi yield, and five real income streams.
56. [**ZOO Telegram Game: Complete P2E Guide 2026**](https://zipmex.com/blog/zoo-telegram-game/) — Complete ZOO Telegram game guide for 2026\. Learn how to play, earn ZOO coins, airdrop results, token price, and P2E strategies for maximizing rewards.
57. [**What Is GuildFi Crypto? GF Token, Ecosystem & 2026 Guide**](https://zipmex.com/blog/what-is-guildfi/) — GuildFi was a Web3 gaming infrastructure project designed to connect players, guilds, NFTs, and games in a single interconnected ecosystem. 84M at IDO.
58. [**What Happened to Merit Circle (MC)? The Move to Beam (BEAM), Explained**](https://zipmex.com/blog/coin-info-mc/) — Merit Circle (MC) is now Beam. MC was swapped for BEAM at 1:100 from 26 October 2023\. What changed, what BEAM does, and the latest treasury figures.
59. [**What Is Vulcan Forged (PYR)? Token Uses, Staking and the 2026 Unstaking**](https://zipmex.com/blog/pyr/) — PYR is Vulcan Forged's marketplace and staking token. In July 2026 the project opened unstaking for all holders, and a relaunch is undecided.
60. [**What Is Splintershards (SPS)? The Splinterlands Token Explained**](https://zipmex.com/blog/sps/) — SPS is Splinterlands' governance and rewards token: 3 billion max supply in seven pools, staking for rewards, and DAO votes weighted by staked SPS.
61. [**God Unchained**](https://zipmex.com/blog/coin-info-gods-au/) — GODS is the titular play-to-earn blockchain game’s native token. It was designed to fuel the platform and used within the in-game marketplace.
62. [**GoldGo**](https://zipmex.com/blog/gogo-th/) — GoldGo is a gold-backed utility token for secure and transparent ownership of gold for buyers, traders, and investors in Thailand.
63. [**CROWN Token (CWT): What It Is, Who Is Behind It and Where It Stands in 2026**](https://zipmex.com/blog/cwt-th/) — CROWN (CWT) is an ERC-20 entertainment IP token from T&B Media Global's group. Supply, allocation, utilities, Translucia and its 2026 status.
64. [**What Are Fan Tokens? What Holders Get, How They Trade and the Risks**](https://zipmex.com/blog/what-are-fan-tokens/) — Fan tokens are club-branded crypto tokens that give poll votes and perks, not shares or dividends. How they are issued and traded, and what can go wrong.
65. [**FTX Token**](https://zipmex.com/blog/coin-info-ftt/) — FTX Token (FTT) is an utility token of the FTX ecosystem.
66. [**NFTs in Gaming: How Blockchain Changes the Way We Play**](https://zipmex.com/blog/nfts-in-gaming-industry/) — NFTs in gaming give players true ownership of in-game assets worth real money. Learn how blockchain gaming works, top games, benefits, and risks in 2026.
67. [**ENJ Price Prediction 2026–2030: Expert Forecast**](https://zipmex.com/blog/enj-price-prediction/) — ENJ price prediction 2026–2030: short-term targets, technical analysis (RSI, MACD, SMA), bull & bear scenarios, and what drives Enjin Coin's price.
68. [**SAND Price Prediction 2026–2030: Expert Analysis**](https://zipmex.com/blog/sand-price-prediction/) — SAND price prediction 2026–2030: expert technical analysis, year-by-year forecasts ($0.18–$5.69 range), risk factors, trading strategies. Updated March 2026.
69. [**MANA Price Prediction 2026–2030: Expert Forecast**](https://zipmex.com/blog/mana-price-prediction/) — MANA price prediction for 2026–2030: year-by-year forecasts, technical analysis (RSI, MACD, Bollinger Bands), bullish/bearish scenarios and risk factors.
70. [**ApeCoin Price Prediction 2026–2030: Expert Analysis**](https://zipmex.com/blog/apecoin-price-prediction/) — Complete APE price forecast for 2026–2030\. Monthly breakdown, technical analysis, RSI & moving average signals, bull vs. bear case, and trading strategies.
71. [**Top Metaverse Coins to Buy in 2026: Complete Guide**](https://zipmex.com/blog/top-metaverse-coins-to-buy/) — Discover the top metaverse coins to buy in 2026 — MANA, SAND, AXS, ENJ, and more.
72. [**CHZ Price Prediction 2026–2030: Expert Chiliz Forecast**](https://zipmex.com/blog/chz-price-prediction/) — Expert CHZ price prediction for 2026–2030\. Technical analysis, FIFA World Cup catalyst, $1 milestone math, and risk management for Chiliz token investors.
73. [**OGN Price Prediction 2026–2030: Expert Forecast**](https://zipmex.com/blog/ogn-price-prediction/) — OGN price prediction 2026–2030: technical analysis, bull/bear/base case scenarios, expert model comparison, and trading strategies for Origin Protocol token.
74. [**BAT Price Prediction 2026–2030: Bull Case & Bear Case**](https://zipmex.com/blog/bat-price-prediction/) — Expert BAT price prediction for 2026–2030\. Discover long-term forecasts, Brave Browser adoption trends, technical analysis, and price targets.
75. [**AXS this week: +3% in seven days, negative funding on perps**](https://zipmex.com/blog/axs-weekly-2026-09-08/) — Axie Infinity closed the week at $0.9495 (+3.1% in 7 days, +5.2% in 30). Market cap, the seven-day range and what the ZIPMEX perp market is charging to hold a position, with sources.

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