Axie Infinity, a blockchain-based game inspired by the Pokémon series, has recorded significant activity with over 238,000 non-fungible token (NFT) sales and nearly $2 million in transaction volume.
The figures were shared by the game’s official profile on X (formerly Twitter) on September 15 in a weekly update.
According to the report, Axie Infinity recorded 238,738 total NFT sales and a volume of 857.92 ETH, which translates to $2,022,769. The game also saw 152,743 individual Axies sold and 101,004 players engaging as bounty hunters.
Launched in 2018 by Sky Mavis, a game development company based in Vietnam, Axie Infinity blends elements of cryptocurrency, decentralized finance (DeFi), and gaming to create a “play-to-earn” model. In this ecosystem, players can earn real-world value through their in-game actions.
The game runs on the Ethereum blockchain, where players collect, breed, and battle creatures called “Axies.” Each Axie is as an NFT, with unique traits, abilities, and stats. The battles are turn-based, and players must form teams, using strategy based on their Axies’ attributes.
Players can earn two in-game currencies: Smooth Love Potion (SLP), which is awarded for winning battles and completing quests, and Axie Infinity Shards (AXS), which act as governance tokens. AXS holders can vote on decisions related to the game’s future development.
In 2021, the game approached three million daily active users and made headlines for selling a Genesis Plot for 550 Ethereum (about $2.5 million). In 2022, Axie Infinity introduced a major update that led to the release of 56,558 new Axies and attracted 22,550 participants, generating $7.1 million in marketplace transactions within just 24 hours.
While these figures represent the height of the NFT boom, the game continues to draw interest today, albeit at a slower pace than its peak activity.
Projections remain positive, with Business Research Insights estimating that the Play-to-Earn NFT Games Market will grow to $6.3 billion by 2031.
