In the past year, the Bitcoin gaming landscape has undergone rapid evolution, with the recent introduction of the Runes protocol promising to transform how fungible tokens operate on the Bitcoin blockchain. Before delving into the specifics of $GAMES and its recent listing on Gate.io, it’s crucial to grasp the significance of Runes tokens.

First proposed by Bitcoin developer Casey Rodarmor in September 2023, the Runes protocol represents a novel token standard aimed at offering a more efficient and UTXO-friendly method for creating fungible assets on the Bitcoin network. Unlike the BRC-20 token standard, which often results in excessive UTXOs and network congestion, the Runes protocol seamlessly integrates with Bitcoin’s UTXO model, reducing the generation of unnecessary data.
Leading the charge in the Bitcoin gaming revolution is Ordz Games, an innovative project that recently unveiled its GAME·OF·BITCOIN Runes token, $GAMES, on Gate.io, one of the world’s top 10 exchanges by total volume. Positioned as #111 Runes ticker and embedded in the genesis halving block of blockheight 840000, it marks an early success story.
Ordz Games focuses on embedding fully on-chain games into the Bitcoin network, garnering significant traction with over 70,000 followers on Twitter and 120,000 players across four gaming seasons. Notably, the project achieved a milestone with the launch of the BitBoy One, the world’s premier web3 gaming device powered by GameFi and DEPINs (decentralized physical infrastructure networks). The initial batch of BitBoy One sold out within minutes, underscoring the robust demand for such gaming experiences.
In a pivotal move for the project, Ordz Games recently unveiled its $GAMES token on Gate.io, marking a significant step towards widespread adoption and integration within the Ordz Games ecosystem. The token, built atop the Runes protocol, saw substantial interest during its initial exchange offering (IEO) on Gate.io, attracting 16,000 participants. As of April 30, $GAMES trading volume on Gate.io has exceeded $2 million.
It’s worth noting that Gate.io’s native token, GT, played a pivotal role in the IEO process, with GT holders enjoying exclusive subscription access based on their VIP level and current GT holdings. This approach not only incentivized participation from existing Gate.io users but also introduced the Ordz Games project to a broader audience within the Gate.io community.
Looking forward, the successful launch of the $GAMES token on Gate.io represents a significant milestone for both Ordz Games and the broader Bitcoin ecosystem. With the Runes protocol gaining momentum and more projects exploring its potential, Ordz Games anticipates heightened innovation, adoption, and utility within the realm of Bitcoin-based tokens and applications.
GAME·OF·BITCOIN also marks the first DEPIN Gaming token in the Bitcoin ecosystem, deeply integrated with the GameFi DEPIN handheld BitBoy One.
As Ordz Games continues to expand its gaming offerings and delve into new opportunities enabled by the Runes protocol, the team is enthusiastic about the project’s impact on the Bitcoin ecosystem and the realm of blockchain-based gaming.