As web3’s early adopters, we all share the challenges of onboarding new users to a new way of thinking that will empower them with ownership and rewards. One of the most significant challenges has been the transition of users from familiar web2 platforms with a focus on convenience and ease of access to the innovative and decentralized realm of web3.
In the midst of a year that has been relatively brutal on crypto markets in general, a groundbreaking partnership between the widely used messaging app Telegram (with nearly a billion worldwide users) and (The Open Network) TON blockchain is poised to change this dynamic, offering a seamless and user-friendly bridge between the two worlds.
Telegram, with its staggering 900 million users worldwide, has become a pivotal player in this transition. Although Telegram and the TON blockchain are not directly affiliated—following regulatory intervention that necessitated their separation—their relationship remains symbiotic, benefitting not only Telegram and the TON foundation but crypto and web3 adoption as a whole.
The blockchain is now independently managed by the TON Foundation, leveraging Telegram’s extensive user base to introduce blockchain technology effortlessly into the hands of millions of users.
A key element of this integration is the innovative use of Telegram Mini Apps (TMAs). These lightweight, Javascript-based services operate directly within the Telegram interface, eliminating the need for additional app downloads or any kind of steep learning curve.
Users can engage with TMAs for a wide range of activities, from shopping and banking to in-game payments and decentralized services. The integration of TON with Telegram has already seen remarkable success, with Tether issuing the widely used stablecoin USDT on TON, enabling free transactions for all Telegram users through an interface they are familiar with.
Gala Games and the Treasure Tapper Phenomenon
At Gala Games, we are excited to embrace this revolutionary approach by introducing our own Telegram mini-app: Treasure Tapper. This engaging “tapper” game allows players to complete tasks and collect coin rewards, which will soon be minted on both TON and GalaChain, enhancing the interoperability and utility of the rewards.
Treasure Tapper is designed to be incredibly user-friendly, making it easy for players to start tapping and earning rewards instantly. With just a few taps, players can dive into a world of rewards, preparing themselves for the upcoming $TREZ minting event (date TBA). This event will give each user an opportunity to transform their collected coins into tokens on the blockchain, an attractive chance for both seasoned and new users to experience the benefits of web3 technology.
More Tapping, More Rewards
Earlier this week, Gala Music was thrilled to announce the launch of their inaugural tapping Telegram mini app game as well! This is yet another way for free players to stack rewards in preparation for a minting event that will bring them into the realm of crypto reality!
Music Miner: EARN $TREZ will offer players another opportunity to prepare for the initial minting of $TREZ on GalaChain and TON. Enjoy a sleek and unique musical journey, tracing your success from aspiring artist to global smash hit superstar! 🎧
The integration of TMAs within Telegram and their potential for decentralization on platforms like TON represents a significant leap forward in user experience. TMAs can strip away many of the complexities traditionally associated with Web3, such as wallets and self-custody, offering a streamlined and familiar interface that users are already comfortable with. This innovation has the potential to redefine how users interact with blockchain technology, making it accessible to a broader audience.
As we prepare for the launch of Treasure Tapper’s $TREZ minting event, we are thrilled to be at the forefront of this movement, demonstrating how quality crypto projects can effectively onboard users from Web2 to Web3. By leveraging the existing user bases of platforms like Telegram and integrating seamlessly with the TON blockchain, Gala Games is committed to providing an unparalleled gaming and earning experience.Stay tuned for more updates on Treasure Tapper and join us in this exciting journey as we continue to push the boundaries of what’s possible in the world of Web3 gaming. Get ready to tap, earn, and experience the future of blockchain technology with Gala Games.
How about that, crypto wizards and early adoption experts? We hit a huge milestone and this little tap-for-rewards game is just getting started. 😎
First off, if you haven’t started tapping and collecting TREASURE coins yet, there are only a million people ahead of you, so you can still be early.
Send a Telegram message to @Treasure_Tapper_Bot to get started, or just scan the big ol’ QR code with your trusty mobile device. 👇 In a matter of seconds, you’ll be tapping and collecting your first token rewards with Treasure Tapper.
This Treasure Tapper train has only been rolling for a few weeks now, but we’ve already received an amazing reception from the wider web3 community, who apparently love tapping their phones for in-game rewards.
Thanks to Telegram’s recent mini app platform and integration with the web3 functionality of The Open Network (TON blockchain), crypto games are now simpler than you ever imagined. With mini apps like Treasure Tapper, there’s no need to download a game– It’s launched within Telegram, the trusted messenger app you’re probably already using.
So why are they all here, tapping away day after day? The token frenzy!
The rewards that players are collecting like crazy will soon be minted as crypto tokens on both TON and GalaChain, where owners will have the ability to swap them for other crypto using sites like GalaSwap!
When is Token Minting?
As you’ll often hear in the crypto world, we cannot yet divulge that information, so let’s just say soon.
Here’s the thing. No matter when it happens, it will be in the future, which means you can definitely collect more TREASURE in the game than you currently have. We think you’ll agree that having more will be better in the long run, especially once minting rewards has begun.
How Will it Work?
Once it’s time to mint your $TREZ tokens, you’ll have to meet a couple simple requirements to ensure there’s somewhere to deliver your tokens. Minting reward tokens will not be automatic, but will require some action on your part, so be sure to keep watch over the Treasure Tapper Announcements channel and other official communication.
Watch out for Scammers!
A true web3 visionary is vigilant at all times, ensuring that they don’t fall for anything. Such vigilance is easier than you may think:
Be suspicious of links
Say something if you see something suspicious
Only believe what’s announced on official channels
Don’t trust messages about Treasure Tapper from strangers or the Treasure_Tapper_Bot
We’ve got the perfect way to wrap up a hot summer hump day, enjoying some explosive extraction PvPvE action with Last Expedition, the future of FPS powered by GalaChain.
These live “Play with the Devs” events in Discord are always a community hit, and not only because the game is so awesome. These folks are some of the most experienced FPS game developers in the world, having contributed to renowned franchises such as Halo and Call of Duty. Basically, they live and breathe gaming. Think you have what it takes to literally beat them at their own game?
It’s all happening at 5pm PT in the LE-Lobby channel of the Gala Games Discord community.
If you’re prepared to take on the nightmare predators of Aura, suit up and get ready for action. If you haven’t played before, make sure you get the game downloaded and installed, then get some practice runs under your belt.
All you need to get in the game is a free Gala account and a free Epic Games account. Get started at LastExpedition.game. Discord voice chat will be used for in-game communication during the event, so be prepared to voice collaborate with your team.
Spectator Mode
Even if you don’t feel like playing, Last Expedition has a killer spectator mode that allows you to control camera angles and toggle between remaining players to get you as up close and personal with the FPS action as possible.
Get Unique Insights
While the team is playing, there’s a good chance they’ll let some awesome info nuggets slip about the future of Last Expedition. Remember, this game is still in Early Access and there is a ton of excitement still to unfold. Spend some time with the ones who know and you’ll probably learn something valuable.
Offer Feedback
These developers are great down-to-earth people who love connecting with the community over games. They’re happy to hear your feedback and they’ll always take it to heart, working out ways to deliver the most cutting edge empowering gaming experience you’ve seen.
So come join us in Discord for “Play with the Devs,’ tomorrow (Wednesday, July 17th) at 5pm PT and let them know that you can’t wait to make this a weekly tradition. Invite your friends and let’s make this event one to remember!
The magnificent fantasy world of Gala Games’ legendary fantasy MMO is coming to life before our eyes, moving faster than ever. Games of this magnitude are often years in the making, and some of our most dedicated community members have been patiently waiting for Mirandus since the dawn of Gala Games.
Mirandus is one of our most community hyped gaming projects, set to redefine an entire genre of gaming with a fantasy simulation as aesthetically beautiful as it is strategically challenging– A land where magic reigns, Materium flows and “dying hurts.” Players are itching to get into Mirandus more than ever… and we can’t wait for them to experience it!
Dig into the latest blog for an up-to-date roadmap with what you can expect in the coming weeks and months.
If you’re not able to catch this Town Hall live, then don’t forget to watch the replay. You don’t want to miss this one.
Join us at 12pm PT today, June 26th. Set a notification at the link below!
Ready to up your poker game? Sweep It Poker, Gala Games’ free-to-play casual poker game, is here to help you hone your skills while giving you a chance to win $GALA in our weekly Sweepstakes!
In this series of blog articles, we’ll dive into the basics of poker to get you playing like a pro in no time. In this series, we’ll stick to the games currently included with Sweep It Poker, Texas Hold’em and Omaha Hold’em.
Let’s start with the fundamentals
Understanding the Basics: Poker Hand Rankings
Mastering poker begins with knowing the hand rankings. Here’s a quick rundown from the highest to lowest:
Royal Flush: A, K, Q, J, 10, all of the same suit.
Straight Flush: Five consecutive cards of the same suit.
Four of a Kind: Four cards of the same rank.
Full House: Three cards of one rank and two cards of another.
Flush: Any five cards of the same suit, not in sequence.
Straight: Five consecutive cards of different suits.
Three of a Kind: Three cards of the same rank.
Two Pair: Two different pairs.
One Pair: Two cards of the same rank.
High Card: When no other hand applies, the highest card wins.
Betting is a crucial aspect of poker that can make or break your game. Here’s a breakdown of common betting actions:
Check: If no one has bet, you can choose to check, passing the action to the next player. This action is signified by the player saying “check” or knocking on the table felt.
Bet: Wager chips into the pot. Once a bet is made, players must call, raise, or fold. Betting can be verbally announced or visually as the player slides or tosses chips into the pot area.
Call: Match the current bet by announcing “call” and contributing chips to the pot.
Raise: Increase the current bet by announcing a raise or adding at least 2X the chips that have already been bet. If you don’t have twice as many chips in your stack, you must raise all in or fold.
Fold: Discard your hand and forfeit the current round, indicated by tossing cards face down onto the table.
Your position at the poker table affects your strategy. Position in this case refers to your location on the table relative to the “Dealer” button, which moves clockwise around the table hand by hand.
Early Position: The first few seats to act. Play conservatively here because you have less information about other players’ hands. If you’re first to act in a new round of betting with several players, you’ll probably want to let another player open the betting for that round.
Middle Position: The seats in the middle of the table. You can start to play a bit more aggressively in the middle position, but you should still be cautious. A raise here could risk a reraise from a late-position player with awesome cards.
Late Position: The last few seats to act, including the dealer. You have more information on how opponents are playing, allowing you to be more aggressive. The player with the Dealer button has the last choice, allowing them to “position bet” if every other player has checked in that round.
Play Tight-Aggressive: Focus on playing strong hands aggressively. This makes you less predictable and maximizes your winning potential. Play into your patience and fight the urge to play every hand no matter your cards.
Bluff Wisely: Bluffing can be powerful but should be used sparingly. Always consider your position and your opponents’ tendencies. More chips are won by betting appropriately on mathematically winning hands than bluffing with rags (bad cards).
Observe Opponents: Pay attention to how your opponents play. Look for patterns and tendencies that you can exploit. This doesn’t necessarily mean only physical and vocal mannerisms– More often, it’s patterns in their betting and raising habits. Any time the cards are shown at the end of a hand, there is a lot to learn from your opponents.
Bankroll Management: Set a budget for your poker play and stick to it. Whether you’re playing in a real money game or a casual free game like Sweep It Poker, never chase losses.
Sweep It Poker offers a fantastic platform to practice these basics without the risk of losing real money. The more you play, the more entries you can stack for the weekly Sweepstakes, enhancing your skills in a fun and engaging environment surrounded by members of the Gala community.
Stay tuned for our next blog post where we’ll dive deeper into advanced strategies and tips to help you dominate the poker table. Thanks for being a part of our vibrant community and may your hands always be winning!
