THNDR Shifts Focus to Casino Games Using Bitcoin Lightning Network

THNDR, a game studio known for play-to-earn Bitcoin mobile games utilizing the Lightning network, is shifting to the iGaming sector with the launch of a blackjack game. Key points include:

• The blackjack game will be available on various iGaming platforms.
• CEO Desiree Dickerson noted that iGaming is less regulated than traditional gambling and more receptive to Bitcoin.
• This version of blackjack is player versus player (PVP), emphasizing skill over chance.
• The game employs THNDR’s betting liquidity network with instant payments via the Bitcoin Lightning network.
• THNDR continues to support its previous titles while exploring this new market.
• Industry executives are observing a trend towards gambling elements in gaming, with some companies transitioning away from pure blockchain game development.
• Market interest in betting-based games is increasing, as evidenced by recent launches like Pebble City on Sui.

As the gaming landscape evolves, the integration of gambling features appears to be a growing trend.