Pudgy Penguins, a well-known NFT collection, has announced a collaboration with Mythical Games to develop a AAA mobile game on the Polkadot-based Mythos Chain, as per a statement on May 30.

Scheduled for a 2025 release, the game will feature the beloved characters from Pudgy Penguins along with their distinctive lore and humor.

Pudgy Penguins ranks among the top 20 most-traded NFT collections in the industry, with recent trading volume around $160,000, according to CryptoSlam data.

Mythical Games, recognized for successful blockchain titles like NFL Rivals and Blankos Block Party, brings considerable experience to this new endeavor. Their upcoming Mythos 2.0 network, set to launch soon, reportedly supports nearly 800,000 active wallets, as noted by Polkaworld.

This partnership aims to deepen engagement within the Pudgy Penguins community and attract broader gaming audiences. Holders of Pudgy Penguins NFTs will receive exclusive content and previews of in-game footage ahead of the launch, along with opportunities to influence key aspects of game development.

John Linden, CEO of Mythical Games, underscored the significance of community in the evolving Web3 gaming landscape. He anticipates that this collaboration will enhance mainstream adoption of Web3 among consumers. He stated:

“Pudgy Penguins has uniquely achieved mainstream recognition through their extensive retail partnerships with Walmart and Target, as well as their rapidly expanding social media presence.”

Luca Netz, CEO of Pudgy Penguins, echoed these sentiments, expressing enthusiasm for the partnership and highlighting the synergy between the NFT collection’s growth strategy and Mythical Games’ expertise in gaming.