The developer of the groundbreaking web3 video game "Pixels" has announced a remarkable achievement, with the game surpassing 1 million daily active users. This milestone stands out significantly in the realm of crypto-based video games, where most titles struggle to attract tens of thousands of daily users.

"While hitting 1 million daily active users is a major milestone, Pixels CEO and Founder, Luke Barwikowski, emphasizes that the true measure of success in Web3 lies in the ratio between PIXEL spent and PIXEL distributed. In the last 30 days alone, 4.4 million PIXEL have been spent," the company stated.

At current rates, this amount of PIXEL (4.4 million) is valued at approximately $1.6 million, according to CoinGecko. PIXEL is currently trading at $0.36 as of 11:32 a.m. EST, as per CoinGecko data.

The realm of blockchain-based gaming remains in its infancy, both within the crypto sphere and the broader gaming industry. While larger-budget projects aim to rival blockbuster AAA titles like those from the "Grand Theft Auto" and "Call of Duty" franchises, their success and potential to attract millions of users remain uncertain.

To date, "Axie Infinity" has been the only crypto game to capture headlines and draw millions of users, although it faced challenges after a hack and the subsequent downturn in crypto prices. Similar to "Axie Infinity," "Pixels" operates on the Ronin blockchain and offers players opportunities to earn crypto rather than relying solely on graphics and gameplay.

In the case of "Axie Infinity," the game gained popularity in the Philippines during the pandemic, with many using it as a means to supplement their income. Recent reports suggest a resurgence of crypto gaming in the Philippines, underscoring the potential of these platforms in emerging markets.

While data from Token Terminal indicates a steady rise in Ronin's daily active user count since last year, it remains unclear how much of this growth can be attributed to "Pixels."

According to a spokesperson for "Pixels," an analyst's post on X revealed that out of the 18 million visitors to the game's website in April, 18% were from the Philippines. Brazil, Thailand, and Indonesia each accounted for approximately 9% of traffic.

In February, "Pixels" announced a successful fundraising round of $4.8 million, with backing from notable investors such as Animoca Brands and Sky Mavis, the company behind "Axie Infinity."