Decentralized Gaming Ecosystem

Definition ∞ A decentralized gaming ecosystem is a digital environment where game assets, rules, and governance are managed on a blockchain, removing central control. Players typically own their in-game items as non-fungible tokens (NFTs) and can often participate in the game’s development or economic decisions. This structure promotes transparency, player agency, and novel economic models. It represents a shift from traditional centralized gaming platforms.
Context ∞ The growth of decentralized gaming is closely tied to the broader adoption of Web3 technologies and digital asset ownership. A significant challenge involves achieving both high performance and true decentralization for complex games. Ongoing developments focus on improving scalability, user experience, and interoperability across different game worlds.