Today at 9:30 a.m. (UTC), Pixelmon, an Ethereum-based NFT game inspired by Pokémon, is set to airdrop a significant amount of its $MON token. This announcement has triggered a surge of interest in the game’s NFTs.

Who’s Eligible for the Airdrop?

According to a recent post on X (formerly Twitter), over 180,000 wallets are eligible for the airdrop. Eligibility includes:

• Holders of specific Pixelmon NFTs
• Players of “Kevin the Adventurer”
• Participants in the PixelPals’ “Farm2Farm” contest
• Contributors to the $MON presale

Surge in Trading Volume

Following the airdrop announcement, Pixelmon’s in-game NFTs have soared to third place on CoinGecko, with a 278.7% increase in trading volume in just 24 hours. There have been 4,941 new sales, pushing daily transactions to $1,360,910 (349.31 ETH). The minimum price for each NFT is now $2,822.67 (0.72 ETH), and the project’s market cap has reached $35,469,697 (9,104 ETH).

Pixelmon has come a long way from its early days, where it faced criticism for its Minecraft-esque graphics. With new ownership and a significant artistic overhaul, Pixelmon has emerged as a strong player in the web3 gaming world.

Success of Kevin the Adventurer

A key milestone in Pixelmon’s journey is the successful launch of “Kevin the Adventurer,” a game centered around a beloved character from the Pixelmon universe. This game quickly gained popularity, amassing 36,000 active players.

The introduction of PixelPals on the Mantle network, which combines pet care and trading card elements, has further enriched the Pixelmon ecosystem. LiquidX’s acquisition of Pixelmon’s intellectual property in 2022 was a pivotal moment, expanding the brand into trading cards, merchandise, and multimedia adaptations.

As Pixelmon continues to innovate and engage its community, the upcoming airdrop highlights its commitment to growth and development. The game is charting a course towards even broader horizons, promising exciting times ahead for its players and NFT holders.

Pixelmon is proving that with dedication and creativity, it can turn early challenges into opportunities, making it a formidable presence in the web3 gaming world.