Tencent is reportedly considering the acquisition of Nexon, a South Korean game developer known for the MapleStory series. Representatives from Tencent have reached out to the family of Nexon founder Kim Jung-ju to discuss a potential deal, although no specific terms have been established and a final agreement is uncertain. Nexon's flagship game, MapleStory, has seen renewed interest as the company launched two new installments, MapleStory N and MapleStory Universe, which integrate blockchain technology and allow players to own in-game assets as non-fungible tokens (NFTs). Despite a surge in interest in Web3 gaming, ongoing challenges include the technical barriers to accessing blockchain wallets and skepticism surrounding the fusion of gaming with financial transactions. A report from DappRadar indicates that blockchain gaming activity has experienced a year-over-year increase, driven by titles like MapleStory N. However, the sector is still grappling with a decline in unique active wallets, suggesting mixed signals in player engagement with Web3 gaming as it transitions towards more quality-oriented gaming experiences.

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