Web3 farming sim Pixels is teaming up with the gaming app Sleepagotchi to bring $PIXEL staking to Telegram. This partnership expands the reach of $PIXEL into casual wellness games and gives players a new way to engage, earn, and play using the crypto token.

A New Way to Use $PIXEL

Sleepagotchi LITE, a Telegram-based game with nearly 100,000 weekly active users, now accepts $PIXEL as a payment method. It also includes new rewards tied directly to $PIXEL staking. This move marks the start of a broader integration between the two apps, bringing blockchain mechanics into a new genre.

"As we bring $PIXEL staking to Sleepagotchi's 2 million Telegram users, we're unlocking an entirely new avenue for engagement," said Luke Barwikowski, founder of Pixels. "It’s a major step in expanding staking into new distribution channels and meeting web3 gamers where they already are and on platforms they use every day."

Players will be able to stake their $PIXEL tokens into Sleepagotchi starting June 8. The system is part of a larger multi-game staking program introduced by Pixels last month. This program already includes games like Core Pixels, Forgotten Runiverse, and Pixel Dungeons.

What Is Sleepagotchi LITE?

Sleepagotchi LITE is a mini-game available on Telegram, web, and LINE. It's a preview of the full Sleepagotchi app, which is set to launch in 2025 on iOS and Android. The game encourages players to build healthier sleep habits using fun and social features.

In Sleepagotchi LITE, you collect character cards, go on missions, join clans, and earn points. You don't need to track your sleep to play. The LITE version offers a light, card-based game focused on resource collection and hero upgrades.

Players can open gacha packs to unlock new heroes, each with unique abilities. These heroes can be assigned to missions to collect resources, which are then used to strengthen your team.

How $PIXEL Is Used in Sleepagotchi

The integration of $PIXEL brings more depth to Sleepagotchi. You'll get to:

  • Stake $PIXEL to Sleepagotchi via the Pixels staking site, going live June 8.
  • Earn $PIXEL in-game by collecting gold, unlocking constellations, and advancing through the missions.
  • Spend $PIXEL in the web store on items like gems, gacha packs, and exclusive card bundles.
  • Enjoy a 20% discount when making purchases with $PIXEL in the Sleepagotchi store (coming soon).

This adds a real value layer to in-game actions, boosting player retention and encouraging active gameplay.

"Pixels has consistently led the way in innovating player incentive models," said Anton Kraminkin, founder of Sleepagotchi. "We're excited to learn from their success and apply those insights to our own ecosystem, particularly in building sustainable sleep-to-earn loops."

A Big Year for Pixels

Pixels has had a record-breaking year in 2024. With over 10 million registered users and $20 million in revenue, it remains the top web3 game by both user count and earnings. The launch of its multi-game staking system has seen over 88 million $PIXEL tokens staked by more than 4,900 players in its first month alone.

Now, by teaming up with Sleepagotchi, Pixels is entering a new genre. This partnership helps it reach a wider audience and test staking mechanics in casual gaming environments.

Try It Now

To start playing, head to the Sleepagotchi LITE web page. Log in using Telegram or LINE. You can also join the community on Discord, X, or Telegram for updates and tips.

Pixels and Sleepagotchi are showing how web3 games can work together to create new experiences. By combining token rewards with a focus on daily habits, the partnership offers a new way to engage players.