Web3 gaming startup Playtron recently announced at the Sui Basecamp event in Dubai that it will launch a stablecoin called "Game Dollar" in the fourth quarter of 2025. This token is specifically designed for Playtron's Linux-based GameOS system, to be used in its upcoming handheld device SuiPlay0X1 and within the gaming ecosystem for purchases, subscriptions, and rewards distribution.
"Game Dollar": Bridging Stable Finance and Gaming Experience
Playtron states that the concept of Game Dollar is to inject a more stable and compliant payment method into Web3 gaming. This stablecoin will be integrated into Playtron's digital store Playtron Select, allowing users to make instant settlements and programmable consumption when purchasing game content or subscription services. The company compares its utility to a "Starbucks wallet," where the use of the token can be restricted, such as only for in-game transactions, rewards, or subscriptions.
Game Dollar will be issued and managed by the M0 Foundation, backed by short-term US Treasury bonds to ensure its price stability. Playtron will also integrate M0's payment API, providing developers, publishers, and players with diverse settlement and incentive solutions.
Initial Deployment on Sui Blockchain, Promoting Mainstream Adoption of Blockchain Games
The initial deployment of Game Dollar will be on the Sui blockchain. Sui is a Layer 1 public blockchain that has emerged in recent years in the Web3 gaming field, known for its high-speed transaction performance and low cost.
Playtron indicates that the project aims to combine the stable mechanisms of traditional finance with the flexibility of on-chain economics, creating a more sticky virtual economic model for the Web3 gaming ecosystem. Meanwhile, GameOS will also natively support blockchain features, achieving deep integration of devices, wallets, payments, and games.
SuiPlay0X1 Handheld Console Launching Soon, Challenging Steam Deck
Playtron's GameOS and hardware product SuiPlay0X1 handheld console will also officially ship in September this year, priced at $599. The device is equipped with an AMD Ryzen 7 7840U processor, AMD 780M GPU, and 512GB SSD storage, and will support running PC games and blockchain-native games, directly competing with Valve's Steam Deck.
The release of this device is seen as an important move to promote the continuous expansion of the Sui blockchain in the blockchain gaming field.
Accelerated Expansion of Sui's Blockchain Gaming Ecosystem
According to data, in July 2023, the lightweight game "Sui 8192" in the Sui ecosystem once recorded 22 million daily on-chain transactions. According to CoinGecko data, by 2024, Sui's daily transaction volume had grown 32.5 times compared to the previous year, reflecting strong interest from developers and users in the platform.
Sui has established partnerships with several gaming studios, including:
Lucky Kat ("Panzerdogs")
Blowfish Studios ("DARKTIMES")
XOCIETY
Additionally, Sui is also making inroads into esports. Team Liquid has launched a fan interaction platform MyBlue on its blockchain, offering tradable digital and physical merchandise. On April 30, 2025, the mixed martial arts brand ONE Championship also announced the launch of the game "ONE Fight Arena" on the Sui blockchain, officially establishing it as the official blockchain partner.
Conclusion
The launch of Game Dollar by Playtron is not only a new exploration of Web3 gaming payment scenarios but also a significant milestone in the penetration of blockchain technology into mainstream users. As the SuiPlay0X1 handheld console hits the market and the GameOS platform is perfected, whether this stablecoin can truly change the payment experience of players and the economic structure of blockchain games is worth continuous attention.
