Onchain TCG gacha spending hits record $230M in May, Solana takes 64%

Spending on blockchain-based trading card game gacha reached a monthly high, with Solana accounting for more volume than all other chains combined.

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Summary

Onchain TCG gacha spending climbed to a record $230 million in May, marking a new monthly high for blockchain-based trading card game random-reward purchases. Solana captured 64% of total volume, giving it a larger share than all other chains combined. The figures point to concentrated user activity on Solana as onchain gaming niches continue to test where transaction speed and low fees can support higher-frequency spending.

Terms & Concepts
  • TCG gacha: Trading card game random-reward purchases
  • onchain: Recorded directly on a blockchain
  • Solana: A blockchain known for fast, low-cost transactions