Immutable X and the 5 GameFi games that are taking over in 2024

Why is Immutable X revolutionizing blockchain gaming?

While most GameFi platforms struggle with ridiculous gas fees and slow transactions, Immutable X came with a Layer 2 scaling solution that promises up to 9,000 transactions per second ( compared to the ~50 TPS of pure Ethereum). It’s not science fiction: it uses Validium, a technology similar to zkRollup that validates transactions off-chain and then confirms them on Layer 1.

The result: no gas fees for NFT trading, instant transactions, and true ownership of digital assets. Exactly what gamers have been asking for years.

Numbers speak for themselves: the gaming industry surpasses the combined total of cinema, music, and art. So when Immutable X allows players to truly own and monetize their cards, weapons, and characters as NFTs, it changes the whole game.

The 5 games you have to try

1. Gods Unchained - The TCG that keeps growing

The veterans of EA Games and Riot Games came together to create this. Gods Unchained is a strategic card game that recently migrated from Ethereum to Immutable X, and it was the best decision they could make.

Why it is tremendous:

• Real play-to-earn model: you own the cards as ERC-721 NFTs
• GODS token that you can exchange for real money or ERC-20 traders
• The community adores it: they are among the largest monthly volumes in the NFT market.
• Ultra-polished gameplay, designed for serious competition

The hook: Players earn GODS by completing missions, staking, and selling cards. No gas fees thanks to Immutable X.

2. Illuvium - The RPG that hunts creatures like Pokémon, but crypto

Auto Battler + RPG = Illuvium. The idea is simple: you explore Pangea, capture creatures called Illuvials, train them, and use them in tactical battles.

What makes it special:

• IlluviDEX: an integrated DEX to trade Illuvials ( a 5% fee that goes to ILV holders )
• Massive yield farming: 4 million ILV (40% of total supply) for rewards over 3 years
• No need to hold L2 tokens to participate in NFT (pure advantage of Immutable X)
• Mint NFT with no gas fee

The business: If you enter early, the liquidity provision can be super profitable.

3. Guild of Guardians - Mobile RPG with true ownership

Stepico Game created a mobile role-playing game that works on iOS and Android. The premise: build your army of Guardians, complete missions, earn rewards.

The interesting thing:

• Proven play-to-earn: earn NFTs and GOG tokens by playing for free
• Sustainable token economy: the GOG you generate in fees are distributed among the active community
• Model “the community creates value”: the devs really listen to and reward players
• Super accessible on mobile, which is where the real users are.

Key difference: You don't need to invest initial money to earn. Pure grind = pure earnings.

4. Ember Sword - The F2P MMORPG of the future

An open fantasy world where you build YOUR own land, design your spaces, and generate real income.

What makes it revolutionary:

• Unlimited creative freedom: design cities, lands, custom spaces
• PVE + PVP + combat vs AI, all in a dynamic world
• You have legitimate rights over the land and weapons you own
• Integration with OpenSea: selling assets is as easy as one click
• System of 100+ ranks for infinite progression

The model: Earn money by playing, participating in battles, and monetizing your lands. No money entry required.

5. Cross The Ages - The hybrid TCG that mixes physical and digital

Fantasy + Science Fiction. A trading card game that combines digital collectibles with NFC physical cards connected to the blockchain.

Interesting mechanics:

• Crystals (stable coin in gold) and Gold (soft in-game coin) to play
• CTA Token for premium access and exclusive tournaments
• Card Fusion: combines digital (requires Gold) or NFT (requires CTA) for rarities
• Physical NFC cards with embedded blockchain technology

The twist: You can have your deck both digitally and physically. It's the closest thing to a trading card metaverse.

Summary: Why now?

Immutable X eliminated the biggest headache of GameFi: fees and speed. We went from paying $50 in gas to instant transactions at no cost.

These 5 games are not experiments: they are generating millions in NFT volume, attracting hardcore players, and building real economies.

If the gaming industry is bigger than movies + music + art combined, and now blockchain allows players to truly monetize… this is the moment.

⚠️ Disclaimer: The information here is general market commentary, not investment advice. Do your research before entering with real money.