Acid Labs has secured $8 million in funding to develop instant-play blockchain games for social messaging platforms like Telegram. The round was led by A16z Speedrun and NFX, with support from Fusion VC and key gaming industry investors.

The company aims to leverage social messaging networks to create frictionless gaming experiences. Acid Labs taps into built-in network effects, driving organic engagement and viral growth by integrating games directly into chat apps.

The Rise of Social Gaming

Platforms like Telegram, Discord, and WhatsApp are now hubs for integrated entertainment. Unlike traditional mobile or console games that require downloads and onboarding, chat-based games let users jump in instantly. This model appeals to both casual and web3 gamers.

Acid Labs’ success with Boinkers.io proves the potential. The meme-driven tap to earn game has drawn 11.5 million monthly players on Telegram. Its viral success showcases the fusion of gaming, social media, and blockchain, creating engaging, interactive experiences.

The company’s vision has strong backing:

  • Josh Lu (Partner at A16z Games): Chat apps create natural social interactions that enhance gaming experiences and drive organic user growth.
  • Gigi Levy-Weiss (General Partner at NFX): Success in gaming depends on execution, not just ideas. Acid Labs' rapid growth proves its potential in web3 gaming.

Boinkers.io

Boinkers.io, Acid Labs’ flagship project, showcases the potential of chat-integrated gaming. The game follows a tap to earn model, offering players simple yet addictive mechanics while allowing them to earn in game assets. The game is designed with a meme-driven approach and it embraces internet humor to keep engagement high. 

Boinkers.io makes it easy for players to compete with friends, share achievements instantly, and ride viral gaming trends without friction.

Unlike most web3 games, which struggle with complex onboarding, wallet integrations, and transaction fees, Boinkers.io is frictionless. This aligns with a broader industry push toward user-friendly blockchain gaming, ensuring Web3 is accessible to everyone, not just crypto users.

Acid Labs Plans to Expand Web3 Gaming on Social Platforms

Acid Labs plans to use its $8 million funding to expand its lineup of social-first blockchain games, tapping into the power of messaging platforms. The company will create more Telegram-native games, making them easy to access and play without downloads or complicated setups. To enhance the experience, it will integrate blockchain features that add value without creating unnecessary complexity.

Acid Labs also plans to use AI and data insights to refine game design, improve engagement, and boost player retention. Beyond Telegram, the company aims to expand to platforms like Discord and WhatsApp, widening its reach and making social gaming even more seamless.

The Future of Social Web3 Gaming

As web3 evolves, companies seek frictionless, accessible, and socially integrated experiences. Acid Labs is leading this shift, proving blockchain games can thrive when embedded in everyday digital interactions.

With $8 million in fresh funding, the company is set to make blockchain gaming more social, viral, and accessible than ever before.