Stablecoins are now among the top three catalysts driving the growth and development of Web3 gaming infrastructure, according to the BGA 2025 report. The Web3 and blockchain gaming sector has undergone a significant transformation in its operational dynamics. The Blockchain Gaming Alliance (BGA) has released its 2025 State of the Industry Report, which underscores the pivotal role stablecoins play in the expansion of Web3. The report indicates that stablecoins have achieved such prominence that they now rank among the top three drivers and catalysts responsible for the industry’s advancement.
Web3 Gaming Ecosystem Evolves from Hype to Streamlined Infrastructure
The report details that the blockchain gaming industry is evolving at a rapid pace, signifying a transformative shift propelled by robust fundamentals, streamlined infrastructure, and player-focused experiences. The Web3 gaming industry previously relied heavily on hype-driven gaming projects.
According to the compiled report, Web3 gaming developers are converging on core values and factors that foster sustainability. Researchers surveyed respondents to identify priorities that reflect the broader market cycles reshaping the Web3 gaming infrastructure.
High-quality game launches contributed to a 29.5% growth in the Web3 gaming sector, as indicated by the report. Survey participants stated that the industry has observed a remarkable improvement in the quality of games being produced, suggesting that developers are more invested in delivering value rather than generating hype around their projects.
In-built revenue-driven business models secured second place, accounting for 27.5% of the gaming industry's growth, based on the survey responses. The report highlights that self-sustaining ecosystems featuring built-in income-generating models have also become prevalent in the gaming sector, demonstrating a preference for developing functional revenue systems over the previous over-reliance on investor sentiment. The report elaborates that the evolving income-generating infrastructure utilizes stablecoins to facilitate seamless transactions.
Stablecoin Adoption Fuels Web3 Gaming Growth
Stablecoin adoption claimed the third position, contributing 27.3% to the ecosystem's growth. Respondents believe that the increasing adoption of stablecoins in the industry signifies a growing focus among developers on operational resilience and genuine economic utility, rather than seeking external validation.
For an extended period, blockchain games were often characterized by projects that over-promised and under-delivered. Stablecoins, such as USDC and USDT, combine the stability of traditional currencies with the speed and borderless nature of blockchain technology, thereby making in-game economies viable for global use.
The report notes that industry professionals believed stablecoins simplify the payment experience for players by enabling fast, low-fee, borderless transactions without exposing them to volatility. The report also emphasized that regulatory clarity surrounding stablecoins was a critical factor that boosted their adoption within the sector.
A prior publication by Cryptopolitan highlights that the Trump administration enacted the first primary national digital asset legislation, known as "the GENIUS Act." This act recognizes stablecoins and establishes a more transparent federal framework for regulating the issuance and utilization of these assets.
Sébastien Borget, Co-president of the BGA and co-founder of The Sandbox, stated that the survey indicated the Web3 industry is becoming more global, disciplined, and concentrated on creating tangible in-game value for actual players.
Another significant observation from the report is the diminishing influence of Web2 giants. The research revealed that only 17.2% of participants consider traditional legacy publishers to be crucial. This figure represents a decrease of nearly half from last year's 35.8%. Participants believe developers are now leveraging the unique advantages of Web3 to transform the global gaming industry, including interoperability, AI integration, and player-driven creator economies.
Some legacy gaming publishers have also hinted at the potential integration of cryptocurrency in future video games. Cryptopolitan previously reported speculations suggesting that Grand Theft Auto (GTA) 6 might incorporate play-to-earn (P2E) mechanics. The game is the most anticipated video game ever, with its record-breaking first trailer garnering 90 million views in under 24 hours.
Another report highlighted that Sony plans to launch a dollar-pegged stablecoin in the U.S. in 2026, intended to facilitate payments for games, anime, and digital subscriptions across Sony's ecosystem.