In a surprising and public fallout, blockchain gaming platform Ronin Network and the team behind Ragnarok Monster World have severed ties, with both sides presenting conflicting accounts over alleged breaches of agreement and community trust.

The breakup comes at a time of rapid growth for Ronin. Psycheout, a co-founder of Sky Mavis (the company behind Ronin), announced that since transitioning to a permissionless model, the number of projects building on Ronin nearly doubled from 75 to 140. However, with growth came increased scrutiny on project quality, and not all teams have kept pace.

According to Ronin's statement, the team behind Ragnarok Monster World, known as 0x&, allegedly ignored guidance from the Ronin leadership, lost favor with the community, and further breached trust by “secretly signing” a deal with another blockchain network. As a result, Ronin has decided to end its professional relationship with the game’s developers, citing a "broken trust" that could not be repaired.

Effective within 48 hours of the announcement, Ragnarok Monster World's assets will be removed from Sky Mavis products and delisted from the Ronin Market. While NFTs will remain tradable on decentralized Ronin-compatible marketplaces, Ronin emphasized it would no longer provide spotlight, technical support, or endorse Ragnarok Monster World's upcoming $ZENY token launch.

“Despite our best efforts to persuade them otherwise, they have left us with no recourse," Psycheout wrote, adding that while Ronin remains an open network, the dissolution reflects a strict stance on governance and community commitments.

Ragnarok Monster World Responds: "No Secret Deal, No Agreement Violation"

In response, the team behind Ragnarok Monster World issued a detailed rebuttal via their official X account. They expressed disappointment over the termination but strongly denied any wrongdoing, emphasizing that their actions were conducted openly and with prior communication.

According to Ragnarok Monster World's statement:

  • There was no “secret agreement”; discussions about potentially expanding to other blockchains were shared with Ronin’s leadership, including COO Alexander Larsen, since early 2024.
  • They assert that no contractual obligations were violated, arguing that they maintained transparency, honored agreements in both letter and spirit, and remained committed to their community.
  • Discussions about launching the $ZENY token outside Ronin were allegedly initiated by Sky Mavis themselves, making the narrative of betrayal, according to Ragnarok’s team, a mischaracterization.

"It is unfair to frame this situation as a 'loss of trust' based solely on unilateral interpretations," their statement said, urging the community to recognize their independent efforts and continued dedication to players.

A Broader Reflection on Web3 Relationships

The clash highlights a growing tension in the web3 gaming space: how decentralized partnerships can strain under different visions for governance, expansion, and community loyalty.

While Ronin is pushing hard to maintain a curated and trusted network of builders, teams like Ragnarok Monster World are navigating complex operational realities, seeking scalability and sustainability beyond any single ecosystem.

For now, Ragnarok Monster World will continue development independently, while Ronin reaffirms its commitment to supporting projects that fully align with its standards.